Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. 17lbs lost so far - only 46 lbs to go!

Most people choose to set resolutions on the 1st January - mine always start on 25th January!  Big things always happen on the 25th January and I didn't want 2011 to be any different!  My resolution is a challenge - I want to lose 4 stone 7lbs (63lbs in total) by 1st September 2011, and I’m hoping that you think this is worth donating a bob or two.

The charity I have chosen is related to researching a condition which not only affects me but also so many other women, but awareness is very low.

I was diagnosed with endometriosis in 2006, and that was only after much nagging at my doctors.  I knew it was a possibility as it's a hereditary condition.  Treatment contained it for quite a while but in the last 18 months it has accelerated dramatically and I am now at stage four.  I want this challenge to not only benefit me but also raise awareness and hopefully find treatments to stop other women going through any pain.

There’s a lot of pounds to shift - I promise to keep this updated with my weekly progress and if you fancy joining me at a spinning class, stopping me eating a millionaire shortbread or just donating then its all gratefully received!

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now.