In 2020, Chris' cousin's son, Ben, was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, which typically affects young male children. This condition has had a huge impact on his life, as well as on the family. Earlier this year, Amber attended the Muscular Dystrophy UK Microscope Ball, where she was inspired by the incredibly brave stories of those living with Muscular Dystrophy. 

Both of these events have inspired us to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy UK, the charity for the 110,000 children and adults living with muscle-wasting conditions in the UK. There's currently no cure, and in many cases, it limits lives. MDUK do vital work in funding pioneering research into treatments and cures as well as providing vital information, advice, resources and support for individuals and families living with these conditions, including ours.

Both of us have always wanted to challenge ourselves to the limit and attempt a full marathon - it's been a particular dream of Amber's to run the London Marathon, and we're very proud to do everything we can to support such an important cause by taking on the distance on the 23rd April next year. 

As two people definitely not built for long distance running, any donations big or small will also help with the long winter training runs and inevitable aches and pains along the way (and motivate us to get outside on a Sunday morning when we'd really just prefer to go for brunch...!).

We really appreciate anything you can give! Thanks very much!

Chris & Amber