Help for Children (HFC) is a charity led by members of the alternative investment sector, raising much needed funds to support children who suffer some form of violence or abuse.

These physical challenges are tough, and I have a lot of excuses I could call on not to be involved: another year over 50, a demanding work week, and fitness levels at an all-time low. Fitness shambles aside, I am lucky to count on my good health, a supportive workplace and an amazing set of life partners (husband, daughters, extended family and friends all included!) to be there for me as I strive to honour HFC's call to action to help vulnerable children.

I started my training at the start of February and covered 43kms in my first month. I will look to double that distance in March in order to build up my endurance and hopefully a bit more speed! I am proud to be part of this cause and therefore will dig deep to complete the task.

From all of us who volunteer for HFC and my teammates taking part in the KMs for Kids challenge, many thanks for your support!