On 23rd June I will be taking part in Platform Cathedral to Cathedral Cycle Ride.

Those who know me well will know that this is going to be a challenge. Long Covid meant I have not been able to train as I did before: 3 years of daily early morning HIITS, runs, hiking, you name it - I did it, then.

In the last 2 years my regular runs were replaced by physiotherapy sessions, monthly physical challenges - by careful leisurely-paced bike rides. The road to recovery had been... patchy. Running is still out of my reach but open air swimming all year round keeps me going and I am gingerly attempting more and more activities.

I long to return to my pre-Covid  breathing and strength and overall fitness level and this ride is the first BIG test. I am very apprehensive but excited, too, to be part of the team cycling in aid of Women's Aid Federation of England who do incredibly important work to stop domestic violence against women and children,

Thank you for your support!