As those that are on Facebook may know I did not take part in the Karrimor Great Trails Challenge.  I was mentally prepared and so to was my cardio, but unfortunately, and immensely frustratingly, my knee wasn't prepared.  About 2 and a half weeks before the event, whilst running my usual route my knee seized up on me and it never recovered fully.

However, I have started swimming, a lot, which is massively helping.  I am also carrying on with the circuits I do at the rec in the village, because it doesn't involve long, sustained running. 

This is why I am not backing out of the Pain and Suffering Race on the 23rd June at Rockingham Castle in Corby, Northamptonshire.  It is a 10 mile race that involves 35 different obstacles to tackle along the way.  I will be running alongside several other Fire Fighters, so it will be a good day and a very good run.

Firstly, thank you to those that have already donated to the charity, and secondly, to everyone, please have faith in me, my knee will get better and I will be able to compplete the run for the charity I feel so strongly about.  So, if you're are able to please donate whatever you can.

Since last year I have become more involved with the Charity.  I have become my Stations Charity representative, and I have taken part and organised several fundraising events.  I am also a Home Visitor volunteer.

Anything you can give will be greatly appreciated.  My Just giving text number is still the same.

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So please dig deep and donate now.