When his daughter was only 11 weeks old, Chris was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer in April 2017. He fought hard, but unfortunately the cancer was diagnosed too late and he died just five months later on 7th September 2017, aged only 33.

Whilst caring for Chris, it became apparent to his wife Kirsty that there's little support for children when their parents or siblings have cancer and are undergoing treatment. Children are often sidelined during this time and have to adapt during a very tough and traumatic period.

With this in mind, The Chris Aked Foundation was founded to offer children counselling and support from the moment their family member is diagnosed. They arrange sports and activities to provide respite and normality, and also offer family memory-making days, which are so important, whatever the outcome.

Chris and Kirsty are friends and former colleagues of my husband Jon (also fundraising) and we would appreciate any donation to this wonderful charity.

I have not raced in over 4 years and for this one I am going to go back to basics with no pace watch - just running based on feel!