So, a New Year means a new challenge or 2!!

In 2016 I will be taking part in 2 x 100km challenges. The first being the entire coastline of the Isle of Wight and the second will be London to Cambridge.

Having done 3 x 100km challenges before I know what I'm letting myself in for and it's not pretty!

I have been inspired by a patient which attended my clinic this year. He sustained a life-changing brain injury whilst in the Army a short time ago. He has had to take medical retirement and is in the process of rebuilding his life with his family. Hearing of his amazing recovery made it easy for me to choose Help for Heroes as my charity this year. They have provided much needed support in many ways and have given him a new start in life.

Doing these 100km challenges is extremely hard on not only me and my feet, but my family too. It takes a huge amount of training to prepare for the challenge which means I spend a lot of evenings and weekends walking the footpaths of Essex. Although I enjoy this time immensely out in the beautiful countryside it is only the support of my husband that allows me to do this. He stays home to look after our 3 children. I did take him on a 10 mile walk once, he finished up with blisters and said he doesn't want to do it again!!

I will be walking with a great friend, Jen Roblin. We walked London to Brighton 2014 together and she supported me on my other challenges in 2015. It is such a special thing to share the experience with someone else.

Thank you for all your support and encouragement.

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