As you may know I like running but this is different, this is a massive physical and mental challenge to complete the 100km Ultra Race to the King on June 11th around West Sussex. In the past I've pushed myself more to run faster over shorter distances but after reading books about Ultra marathons by such people as David Goggins, James Lawrence (Iron Cowboy) and Scott Jurek I've decided that I want to push myself further than I've ever thought my body was possible to go.

I've decided the raise money to Flying Start the global charity partnership between British Airways and Comic Relief. You will hear them mentioned when flying with British Airways as the cabin crew collect any spare change you have in any currency that goes directly to the charity. As air travel has dropped in the last couple of years donations have gone down considerably so please help me to raise money for some of the most vulnerable people both in the UK and abroad.

Comic Relief helps to fund hundreds of amazing organisations who are working on the ground to support the most vulnerable people and communities in society including many of those hardest hit by the coronavirus crisis. This includes vulnerable children and young people, people who are homeless or who have been forced to flee their homes, women and families at risk of domestic abuse and those struggling with existing or new mental health problems. Since 2010, British Airways customers and colleagues have raised over £25 million an incredible amount that we are immensely proud of. These vital donations have supported more than 824,000 people in the UK and some of the worlds poorest communities. Although it might look and feel a bit different this year that doesn't mean we cant have lots of fun and continue to make a difference in our communities, whilst keeping ourselves, customers, friends and family safe.