The Challenge - I am going to walk, run or cycle 5km a day for 50 consequetive days. My challenge starts on Sept 9th and ends on the 28th of October. 

The Motivation - I hope this challenge will help me lose some weight, get fit and establish exercise as part of my daily routine. I want to raise money for a charity close to my heart as well. 

The Charity - I hope to live long enough to be classed as 'old' but one thing that scares me about being old is the possiblity of Alzheimers or Dementia.

My Grandad is in his eighties and has led a fabulous life but for the past few years he has been living with vasuclar dementia. He has recently been moved from his family home into a care home so that he can recieve the best care. It's been awful to watch the illness take hold of him over the last 6 years. It's not just the effect of the illness for him but the devastating impact on the family. 

Alzheimer Scotland is a charity that provides services for people with dementia and offers support to their family and carers. This support is invaluable, whether it be respite care or a kind voice at the other end of the phone. I know first hand what this service means to the community I live in. I have chosen this charity as I want to help the them continue the good work. If you have read this far then thank you! Dig deep and donate, You'll be old one day yourself you know!