Against my better judgement I have entered the Blenheim Triathlon .

The facts

I am short of leg , overweight, unfit and have smoked about 20 a day for the last 25 years.

I hate running, last rode a bicycle as a child and have never swam more than a few lengths in a normal sized pool.

However

I have now given up cigarettes for this endeavour

I am swimming twice a week, cycling once a week and have managed two runs (preparation not going perfectly)

I am now the proud owner of a whole lot of equipment that i thought I would never need. i.e wetsuit, bike, swimming hat, new trainers ( first pair for 15 years)

I am going to hate this experience. If you appreciate the pain that I will go through to try and complete this triathlon I would be very grateful if you could kindly sponsor me.

Many thanks

Hugh