When the scales tipped 13st on January 1st this year I decided it was high time to get off the couch and don my trainers.

Within weeks I signed up to Run To The Beat (26/09), Swindon Half Marathon (10/10) and The Great South Run (24/10).

All this I've decided to do in memory of my dear nanna June Tassie who bravely fought chronic health problems which resulted in the need for a heart transplant.

Sadly, that heart never started beating and I had to say goodbye.

Even at her most ill, my nan had an amazing zest for life so I'm asking anyone and everyone to give even the tiniest donation to support the British Heart Foundation which works hard every day to keep the nation's hearts beating.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe as 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.

Thank you so much for visiting my page - and wish me luck!