💙 The 1989 Challenge: In Memory of My Best Friend 💙

Back in 1989, I met my best friend – my partner in crime, the most inspiring person I’ve ever known, and someone who brought so much laughter and love into my life. Losing them to MND in 2024 was devastating, and now I want to do something big to honor their memory.

So, here it is – the 1989 Challenge for 2025!

🚶 Part 1: The Year Challenge

I’ll be walking 1,989 km, cycling 1,989 km, and swimming 89 miles over the year.

🔥 Part 2: The Day Challenge

To finish it all off, I’ll take on a crazy one-day event:

🚴 Cycle 89 km

🚶 Walk 19.89 km

🏊 Swim 1,989 m

… and all in under 8 hours 9 minutes!

It’s going to be tough (ok, probably brutal 😅), but it’s nothing compared to what my best friend faced with MND. This is my way of raising awareness and funds to help fight this terrible disease, so others don’t have to go through what they did.

This is where YOU come in. 💙 I need all the support I can get – sponsorship, shares, kind words, or just a cheer to keep me going on the hard days. Every bit helps!

I’ll be posting updates along the way – from training struggles (there will be plenty) to little wins and everything in between. Let’s make this a tribute worthy of an amazing life and a step towards beating MND.

Who’s with me? Let’s make 2025 unforgettable! 🙌

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