In 2020 I got my place in the great north run to raise funds for cardiomyopathy. Unfortunately along with Just about everything else the race was cancelled due to COVID 19. I did manage to complete the virtual event. However due to circumstances at the time, my fundraising never took off. So 2021 it is. 

Here’s why I chose cardiomyopathy...After being a fit and healthy guy, working hard, cross country (trail) running, playing five a side (with people half his age) and generally all Round active, my dad was stuck with ill health. The list is so long I won’t bore you...but one of the most life limiting conditions he was diagnosed with was cardiomyopathy, Leading to his heart & renal failure. It was later found that dad had a genetic defect causing the cardiomyopathy (A genetic defect that will one day be named after my dad) But has sadly passed to my little sister & brother and if that’s a not bad enough it’s also present in my Aunties and cousins And there is a Very scary possibility my nephews and niece also. I feel so very fortunate to have missed out on this gene defect. If not a bit guilty. I know that’s silly right?!! 

Heartbreakingly this condition took  dad from us far too soon. He may not get to see my fundraising or me complete the event. But I know he was my biggest running fan and I know he’ll be bursting with pride Just as he always was. 

So in memory of my amazing dad, the strongest most determined bloke I ever had the pleasure of knowing, my absolute hero. And of corse to show my love and support to all of my family I will be fundraising from now until the great north run 2021 

** Anyone who would like to make a donation in lieu of flowers for my dads funeral taking place on the 5th January 2021 can also do so using this link. The family will be extremely grateful xx 

Cardiomyopathy UK is the heart muscle charity to help provide the only support for families affected by incurable heart-muscle disease. We exist to save lives and ensure that people with cardiomyopathy can live long, fulfilling lives. We can only provide support with your help and your donations, so thank you very much for your support. For more information about cardiomyopathy, visit our website https://www.cardiomyopathy.org/about-cardiomyopathy/intro