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I REALLY BELIEVE IN MOVEMENT AND CONNECTION WITH NATURE

When I was asked to be an ambassador for MOVE Against Cancer, having had 5 years of my own cancer treatment, I felt honoured to use this opportunity to share my passion for movement in the outdoors as a form of healing and resilience.

I’ve just returned from the stunning Himalaya where I did a 10-day trek and climb to the top of Yala peak. At a height of 5,500m (higher than Everest base camp!), I really wasn’t sure I’d make it as treatment has limited my strength in so many ways. But surrounded by beautiful friends and the extraordinary kindness of Nepalese people, we did it! This is by far the hardest thing I’ve ever put my body through. But I’ve come home feeling stronger than ever and humbled by the Nepalese culture. I have many lessons to take forward into my life.

For anyone touched by cancer I really believe movement and connection with nature, along with the kindness of community, can make all the difference. Check out the MOVE Against Cancer and 5k Your Way Facebook pages and join us at Fell Foot parkruns. All fitness levels are welcome.

We are not keen runners. We simply want to reach out and help others move through cancer, by creating a community of strength and support.

In terms of my own journey, after four surgical operations, chemotherapy and radiotherapy, I’m looking forward to enjoying and appreciating my health in future. None of us know what’s around the corner. All we can do is be grateful for what we have today and hold our loved ones close.