We are proud to be taking part in the London Tough Mudder in May to raise money for Action for M.E, which tackles ignorance, injustice and neglect for people whose lives have been impacted by M.E (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis), also known as CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome). We would be extremely grateful if you would sponsor us and help raise money for a charity very close to us.

M.E/CFS is a complex chronic condition that causes symptoms affecting the nervous and immune systems. People with the condition experience chronic muscular pain and debilitating fatigue which significantly affects their ability to live a "normal" life, alongside a range of other symptoms associated with post-exertional malaise. Many sufferers are unable to function day to day because of the severity, fluctuation, and unpredictability of their symptoms. Mark Loveless of OHSU says "people with CFS/M.E feel effectively the same as an AIDS patient feels two months before death. The only difference is that symptoms can go on for never ending decades."

Our friend Rosie has been living with M.E/CFS for the last two years. Since her diagnosis she has made huge strides in overcoming the mental and physical challenges that it brings and is a real inspiration to all of us. We want to help raise awareness of the condition and break down any stigma related to it.

Your donation could help fund new biomedical research projects to unlock the causes of M.E or help provide crucial information and support services needed by people with M.E, their families and carers.

Thank you so much for your support!