In November 2018 I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. I had not long had my 40th Birthday and felt fitter, healthier and happier than ever.

To say I was shocked and terrified by the news would be an understatement, especially with a young family.

Appointment after appointment ended with me having a mastectomy with reconstruction, followed by a course of chemotherapy that was so rough- at my worst I could hardly lift my head from the pillow to take a sip of water! 

Although active treatment is over I still have daily medication that can cause fatigue and gruelling side affects and of course, I’m still waiting for life to return to normal 😔

Assured by medical professionals I have the ‘All clear’🤞🏼the worry and fear will always be lurking in the background. 

So I have decided to take on a challenge to focus my mind on brighter things! 

Anyone who knows me will know I’ve always loved my gym classes and fitness routine💜 So after months of recovery, treatment and a big mean Lockdown it’s time to get to it… 

Enter Team Phoenix Foundation 💕 A charity that aims to support women affected by cancer to rise from the ashes by supporting their mind, body and soul. I am so pleased and proud to be part of the team 2021 😃 The aim is to complete Hever Castle TRIATHLON!

The event takes place on 25th September

400m open water swim, 20km cycle, 4km Run 

🏊🏻‍♀️🚴🏽🏃🏻‍♀️ 

Our team of 10 amazing ladies are supported by the best dedicated couches and mentors. Together we train and build confidence, strength, well being and lasting friendships 

We will be stronger together and cross the line together 💜

Thank you Team Phoenix for giving me this opportunity! 

It can cost over £1000 to provide the support and training for just one woman in this process. I would like to raise as much money as I possibly can to enable more women like me to find some positivity after a breast cancer diagnosis. 

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my story and if you are able to, please donate whatever you can 💜

Ellen xx