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I have had Type 1 diabetes since I was eight years old. I have managed my blood sugar with daily insulin injections and eating sugary foods if my blood sugar gets too low – which it often does when I exercise. Not great when you’re trying to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle.

 Three years ago, after being knocked off my motorbike, I was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), which is a complication from my diabetes. Whilst i was in hospital my doctors noticed my blood pressure was high and ran some tests. Tiredness, shortness of breath and feeling nauseous was only some of my symptoms. 

Over time my kidney function decreased. Earlier this year my renal doctors agreed it was time for a transplant. Instead of opting for a straight kidney donation from a live donor, Me and my wife Georgina decided it would be best to get a ‘simultaneous’ donation of a kidney and pancreas, meaning I can get rid of my diabetes at the same time.

However, there was a problem. To be accepted onto the list for a transplant, I needed a BMI of maximum 28 – and mine was 35.

. In June my kidney function dropped further to 15%.I was determined to get on the transplant list.I knew something had to change so I could be their for my wife and two children. This is when I started walking. 

Since April I have lost 3stone 6 pounds. And I have a BMI of 28. Edit I have now lost 5 stone and BMI 25.6 

This has been a difficult journey and I want to give something back to Kidney care Uk who support people living with this disease no matter if there early stages or end of life. so I have decided to set a challenge walking for 46 miles to Blackpool, Along with some of my family members and friends. I hope to complete this in 15 hours. Setting off from my home address at 05.00am on 20.03.21. Due to current restrictions we will now be walking on 24.04.21

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