Anyone that knows me well knows that running isn't really my thing (stick me on a pitch with a ball - football or netball, then yes but out for a long distance scenic jog then I'd rather give it a miss!), however a few years ago I completed the Great Manchester 10K and off the buzz of that signed up to the half marathon the next year. 2020 was clearly not meant to be because not only was the world hit with a pandemic but I also suffered a knee injury playing football, which required ACL reconstruction surgery and several months of recovery. 

Now, here I am a couple of years later questioning why I have decided to re-sign up for the half marathon after only running a maximum of 5KM since my surgery. As a project manager, I guess it's just in my nature to love a challenge! 

I am running for the We Love MCR Charity, who provide funding and support to young people and communities to help them reach their full potential and improve the lives of local neighborhoods.

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