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Friday 27 May 2011

Fit for the challenge

Now, I know I've said that I 'don't do running', but I'm certainly no stranger to exercise. I'm aiming to complete the 5k challenge in a relatively good time. I've owned a cross trainer for 3 years and whilst it went through a period of being banished to the garage, it has been re-instated in the spare bedroom for several months. Along with episodes of Desperate Housewives it is helping me banish that 'baby belly'. Mentally willing myself that all this exercise WILL leave me looking like Eva Longoria is the perfect motivation - hey got to have a goal, right?! Alongside Wii Fit plus (I upgraded-woo!) I like to think I lead a fairly active lifestyle whilst having a bit of fun at the same time. Amelia often sits on the floor whilst I work up a sweat and she usually keeps herself amused with the mountain of toys that surrounds her. That is until she decides I'm much more entertaining and so likes to watch.... and laugh!
So in the comfort of my own home, exercise and me are pals, but outside is a different story. Eventually I'm going to have to pound the pavements and see what it actually feels like to run on solid ground. If I'm honest, I'm a little nervous about this. Indoors I can huff, puff and sweat with no worry of people looking at me, but ouside... I shudder at the thought. In an attempt to go unnoticed I may have to find a hat and some shades. Or will that just draw more attention to me?! Either way, let us not forget... it's all for a great cause. x

Sunday 22 May 2011

Time to raise some money!

Hi all!
If you're reading this then you will know I've signed up for the Adidas Women's 5k Challenge. 5k, you say, not very far. But I don't really do running! More like a light jog or quick dash to the car when I come out of Tesco and it's raining. When I was at school I hated anything that involved running down a grassy track, unless it was the bean bag race - I aced at that, thanks to my Mum sticking my hair in bunches that balanced that beanbag perfectly on my head! (Thanks Mum xxx).
But things are different now, I have a purpose which doesn't involved being chased by a cheetah. I want to raise lots of money for Great Ormond Street, a charity that I can't thank enough for what they have done for Amelia. To put it simply, without them Amelia would not have a long, healthy future ahead of her.
If haven't already, please sponsor me. If everyone I know sponsored me £5 I can maybe even beat my target! In return I will run my socks off on 11th September. In the meantime keep visiting my blog and I will keep you updated on my progress.