On the 5th May 2015 my best friend was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML). From day 1 he has shown nothing but determination, character and will-power to overcome a nightmare situation no person should have to encounter, especially being 20 at the time. 

7 long, torturous months for Eddy, his family and close friends we're ahead, which included intense treatment (4 rounds of chemotherapy), a trip to the High Dependency Unit and constant fear of the unknown of this new journey Eddy was about to face. Incredibly, Eddy has really shown how superhuman he is and has conquered every challenge put in front of him. 

Now, 20 months after his diagnosis Eddy is not only competing in the Paris Marathon with me on the 9th April, but he is further entering into the UK 2017 Ironman. It's inspirational to see what challenges Eddy sets himself, and what he accomplishes when he puts his mind to it. As part of Eddy's progression to an Iron Man, we thought it would be ideal to run our first marathon together. 

Please support Anthony Nolan who are an incredible charity that save the lives of people with blood cancer or blood disorders. It's a hugely personal charity to me and I really appreciate any donations whatsoever you can contribute before the big day! 

Anthony Nolan: 

Every day, Anthony Nolan saves the lives of people with a blood cancer or blood disorder. They do this by matching incredible individuals willing to donate their stem cells, to people who desperately need a lifesaving transplant. They also carry out cutting edge scientific research, fund specialist post-transplant nurses and support patients and their families through the transplant process and beyond. They won’t stop until they save the lives of everyone who needs a stem cell transplant. Every penny you donate brings them closer to that day.