When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. Life changes instantly and recovery is tough. But the brain can adapt. Our specialist support, research and campaigning are only possible with the courage and determination of the stroke community. With more donations and support from you, we can rebuild even more lives.

It's something that's close to my heart as family members over the years have suffered from varying strokes.

These are the events that I'm currently taking part in this year. Plenty of gaps to fill.

January 8th - Winter Round Sheffield Run

February 5th - Snow Moon half marathon

March 26th - Sheffield Half Marathon

April 23rd - London Marathon

May 28th - Buxton half marathon

June 25th - Summer Round Sheffield Run

July 16th - Tittesworth half marathon

August 27th - Derby Running Festival (Elvaston Castle half marathon)

September 16th - Hardwick Hobble

October 14th - Ladybower Half Marathon

November 19th - Clowne half marathon