I have known people with diabetes without fully understanding what that meant. I found it confusing and overwhelming on my diagnosis and didn't know the best way to help myself. One fact is that strong excercise and good diet reduce the risk of heart issues/ stroke/ blindness or amputation. By taking part in this event I will be improving my own health and challenging my fitness with the aim of reaching my personal goal of reversing my diabetes without the need for medication. The money raised will be used by diabetes uk for research, support and treatment to hopefully reduce the risks caused by diabetes. Thank you for any donations xx

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