I'm competing in Ironman Lanzarote in May and Ironman Lake Placid in July this year, both events comprise of a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike leg and a 26.2 mile run to finish. I'm looking to raise as much money as I can for Cancer Research.

Every year Cancer Research UK spends hundreds of millions of pounds on research into diagnosing, preventing and treating cancer. They are the biggest single independent funder of cancer research in Europe, supporting the work of more than 4,000 scientists, doctors and nurses across the UK.

Most of us know someone close who has been affected by cancer or is affected currently, if you'd like to take this opportunity to donate to Cancer Research and help them with their work then any donations are greatly appreciated.

If you prefer to donate via text then amounts up to £10 can be donated by texting LANZ50, followed by the amount .e. £10, to 70070.

I'll keep you informed as to how it all goes!

Best wishes

Mike