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London to Paris for Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research - Call Me Maybe

6/12/2013

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Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research are fast becoming synonymous with  with top quality marketing and PR exposure, and their London to Paris event has been no exception. As well as featuring condensed videos for each day of the event, they also had some fun with a music video, whereby various participants including the charity ambassador Geoff Thomas all sung a line to the song 'Call me maybe' by Carly Rae Jepsen.

It is quite clear through watching the video that LLR have not only a tremendous spirit amongst its supporters, even whilst up against it with such a  gruelling endurance challenge, but also within their own staff.

I look forward to seeing many more videos like this for future events.

JR
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London to Paris | Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research 

6/10/2013

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Last weekend saw the London to Paris event for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research. The event is a four day endurance ride through two iconic capital cities, covering a range of terrains and conditions, making it one of the most challenging and rewarding rides ever.

On Sunday, the cyclists reached their goal by riding through the iconic Champs Elysees to complete their journey. Each day was recorded by the guys at Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research and uploaded into a series of short videos. The videos capture the raw emotion that many of the cyclists carried with them throughout their journey, with each participant having a personal reason for taking on the challenge. The interviews from the participants  convey how rewarding the event was for all those involved.

Congratulations to everyone who participated with the London to Paris event, especially the Bpositive Secretary John Reeve who completed the event in memory of his son.
London to Paris days videos
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Bpositive supporter Chris and his Ironman challenge

6/6/2013

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Event: Ironman Challenge, Nice, France
Details: 2.4 mile swim / 112 mile bike / 26.2 mile run

Super-fit Bpositive supporter Chris Absolom is challenging himself with the task of the Ironman challenge in Nice, France on Sunday June 23rd 2013. Chris is raising money for Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research - a charity that is close to both Chris and his wife Angela's hearts.

Two years ago Chris and Angela's life was turned upside down after Angela was told she had Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL). The news naturally came as a huge shock, especially as Angela was such a fitness fanatic, having competed in sprint and Olympic triathlons, at the age of 54, no less.

Angela, who began her treatment at Musgrove Ward hospital in Taunton, spent an initial 13 weeks of  her chemotherapy in and out of isolation.  Her treatment was aggressive and as a consequence Angela suffered many set backs. However, Angela is now in the midst of her maintenance programme of her treatment after achieving remission.

Chris explains "Angela has supported me over the years whilst I competed as a Road Racing Cyclist and more recent Triathlete competing at all distances up to and including Ironman. We both feel it is time we gave something back to help find treatments which will help find a cure for Leukaemia. These trials are crucial and this is why we have chosen Leukaemia & Lymphoma as our chosen charity."

Both Chris and Angela are active and passionate supporters of Bpositive and have travelled over the UK to take part in patient meetings.

If you wish to support Chris with his challenge then you can do so by visiting his JustGiving page here.
Sponsor Chris
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Bpositive supporter Mat's cycle ride from Newcastle to London

6/5/2013

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In August, Bpositive supporter Mat will be cycling from Newcastle to London in 24 hours. Mat will be raising money for Lavender Trust, a charity that funds information and support for young women with breast cancer. Mat's aim is to raise £5 for every mile pedalled, and has a target of £1,500 which he hopes to raise - equating to  £5 for every one of his 300 miles challenge.

The charity Mat is raising funds for is one that is close to his heart and in his own words, he explains why;  

"In 2010 my aunt, Rae, lost a two year battle with breast cancer. In that time, my family also discovered we were carrying a mutated form of the gene BRCA1 (google it), a gene responsible for the increased chance of female cancer. As a result, they estimate that the chances of a female carrier getting a female cancer in their lifetime could be as high as 80%. 

In real terms, this means that my Mum, big Sister, little Sister, Niece, Cousins, Daughters and all future generations of women will be at risk. (And not to forget the other families carrying this gene.)

Together the women of my family have already participated in runs, walks and sky dives, raising money for various cancer charities. They've been incredibly strong and brave. For that, I feel humongously proud.

It's my turn to show some support, so cycling 24 hours for a great charity seems like an easy thing to do."


If you think you can help Mat out for a mile or two then please visit his JustGiving page and donate!

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Mat in training for his 300mile challenge from Newcastle to London for Lavender Trust
Sponsor Mat here
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Double whammy day - Charlotte's Three Peaks challenge

6/2/2013

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PictureRefreshments: fruit and coffee
What did I do?
A hike along the River Lee followed by a run with hill sprints.

What was it like?
I was on the trail by 6.30 this morning and by 11.00 had covered over 12 miles on foot. Accompanied by my mum I walked along the River Lee towpath, a place I used to run on summer mornings when mist still hung over the water, and which can get very congested with people - particularly on bikes. Thanks to an early start we had the route to ourselves.

Although the terrain was flat it was good for getting used to walking a significant distance in one go. My boots are well worn-in so I didn’t have to worry about blisters but the heat made me think about how much water I might need to carry for the challenge if it happens to be a hot day. Safe water sources may be few and far between in the mountains. 

To make up for the lack of incline on the walk I decided to head out for a run and hill sprint session afterwards. It helped that I’ve had one of those days where I can’t sit still. I don’t like hill sprints (does anyone enjoy it when their lungs burn?) and it was super hot, which made it super tough. I warmed up with a 2.5k run and then took on two hills. The first was out in the sunshine with an uneven surface and the second in the shade on a tarmac surface - only slightly easier!

How do I feel now?
Tired but motivated, and in need of a good dinner. 

CV





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