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I am taking part in 'the toughest footrace on earth' in April 2015 to raise money for Mencap.  This is the 30th anniversary of the Marathon des Sables (MdS) and I will turn 40 later in the year - so it seemed an ideal opportunity to challenge myself.

The MdS is a gruelling multi-day 'ultra-marathon' run over 6 days covering over 150 miles.  This is all completed in Morocco, in up to 40 degree heat, carrying all that is required to survive for a week in the desert.  

Oh and by the way - I've never even done a Marathon before!

MENCAP is a really good charity that helps people with learning disabilities live the life they choose.  I chose MENCAP because I am fortunate enough to be blessed children who can live the life they choose without support and I want to offer that chance to those less fortunate.

You can learn more here:  http://www.mencap.org.uk/about-us

I intend to start a training blog and will paste a link here for those who are interested!  Training blog link: http://dalestodunes.wordpress.com/about/

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