I do like a challenge, whether in business or life and I am taking on possibly my biggest yet, running the Leicestershire Round to support the amazing work of Lamp Charity.

Some might know that I run occasionally but I have never done anything quite like this. The Leicestershire Round is 101 MILES around the county that I will complete over 3 days in September.

I have never ran an Ultra-Marathon (which is any distance over 26.2 miles) and will be doing that every day for 3 days. Please send help for my knees!

Mental health support has become a need for so many of us as our world changes and we face our own challenges. Lamp Charity is there to support those around Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland where many rely on their services and I hope we can all do what we can to support them.

Running has become my relief and escape from my own challenges, that really helps me to get outdoors and switch off. Whoever you are and whatever your life looks like, we know we have to manage the stresses and strains of work and home life, so ensure you look after your own physical and mental health and support a charity doing exactly that if you can.

I am hoping some of you may feel you can donate to the cause, however big or small anything is greatly appreciated. Keep a look out for training updates.

If anyone would like to join me for any part of the challenge you would be most welcome too as it will be a long 3 days!

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