Training - A little blip

                                                                  Training - A little blip


A new week means a new challenge and after a successful start to training the plan was to increase the walking distance to 18km.  Unfortunately though, at 14km my knee disagreed!  It suddenly became very painful and I couldn't continue.  The problem was thankfully a straight forward one to resolve  with new orthotics to keep ankles and knees aligned so there is no discomfort.

I am fortunate that I am (relatively!) fit and healthy, but on World Cancer Day it is a reminder of why Juliette and I have chosen to do this challenge.  One of our nominated charities is the Pink Ribbon Foundation, which gives grants to charities associated with breast cancer, and to date it has supported over 180 charities.  Pink Ribbon is especially close to my heart as my mother had breast cancer for four years before she passed away.  She was in so much pain at the end that no-one could sit on her bed as it was too uncomfortable for her.  I wouldn't want to see anyone else going through that and with the research Pink Ribbon is supporting I am positive a cure will be found.  In the meantime they are giving grants to charities supporting those living with breast cancer.

With those thoughts in my mind, yesterday I refastened my shoes and was pleased that I completed the 18km training.  Next week the aim is 20km and we edge closer to half the distance that will be covered.

If you are able to support PinkHope as we try and help both the Pink Ribbon Foundation and New Hope please visit:

https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROFundraiserPage?userUrl=PinkHope&isTeam=true