Cystic Fibrosis is an awful thing. I know because I've got it.
But apparently, the Cystic Fibrosis Trust are only a few years away from finding a cure. They have been trialing a bunch of gene therapy techniques with some success, but they are seriously lacking funds to reach the finish line. Meanwhile, people with CF continue to die - 3 people a week, in fact.
I consider myself to be one of the very lucky ones. I can eat what I like; I have a full-time job; I can run around and play sports. But there are thousands of people in the UK with CF that aren't so lucky. That's why I am raising money for the CF Trust.
My friend Ash and I came up with the idea of running a whole bunch of races, so that you all would think it's great and donate loads of your money. It's actually 6 races, and it's a total of 101 miles. We've called it the 'Super Six 101':
September 20th - BUPA Great North Run (half marathon - 13 miles)
October 11th - Bank of (26 miles)
October 25th - BUPA Great South Run (10 miles)
February 21st - Sussex Beacon () Half Marathon (13 miles)
March 21st - Hastings Half Marathon (13 miles)
April 25th - Virgin London Marathon (26 miles)
Total: 101 miles!!
I know it's a recession and everyone is skint, but come on... dip into your pockets and give as much as you can.
Thank a bunch,
Rob et al.
