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And that’s a wrap....
I am pleased the challenge is done and very thankful for all the support I have received from friends, family and colleagues and the donations have been over whelming, thank you 🥰
Pancreatic Cancer UK has raised over £413,000 in November which is amazing, so many great challenges set and completed - well done to all of them.
My last set of runs are below...
Tuesday 24 November
17.5km
I decided to try a new route today, I wasn’t sure how far it would be.... It was nice to see a different road....!!! Legs feel sore but I have now decided I am going to push through and if no injuries before Monday my new target is 300km 🤭
Wednesday 25 November
12.2km
I didn’t want to run today, my lower back aches and I wanted to stay cosy... BUT.... I have my new goal and I won’t hit it if I stay at home....
I was struggling up a hill today and “red red wine” came on (I was listening to 80s music) and it pushed me up the hill thinking about dad and remembering why I am doing this... Then “eye of a tiger” came on and that was it, there was no stopping me.
Thursday 26 November
10.8km
I had an early run today, it was very cold and the only way I got through it was by thinking I would have a day off tomorrow....
Saturday 28 November
19km
So the day off worked, my legs felt rested. I didn’t really feel up for my run run but remembered I wanted to listen to Gabrielle greatest hits so thought may as well and I loved it, it did not feel like 19km at all, flew by....
Sunday 29 November
16km
And that is that, I wanted to get the last km done today (got stuff to do tomorrow) and relieved that my challenge is complete and I can now just run for fun...
I am so glad to have not only completed my challenge but smashed it. I am proud of myself (I never say that), I set myself a challenge of 200km and as soon as I got close I wanted to keep pushing and see how far I could take it.
My body has never felt so physically exhausted. I ran for a total of 24 hours 08 mins over 29 days with 7 non running days making it 300km in 22 runs. Some runs I loved and others I hated. I have listened to so much music and had lots of me time which has been nice.
The challenge has kept me busy throughout Lockdown 2.0 and made me get out the house, I would like to say I am going to miss it but that would be a lie 😜 I am pleased it’s done and I can go back to running just a couple of times a week....
As I said when I first started this challenge, my goal was to raise awareness and money for a charity which needs funds to help discover a cure for a horrible cancer. Money has been raised but DON’T FORGET the symptoms and make sure you go to the doctors if ever concerned, early diagnosis is key to beating this cancer.

One week to go....
When I set a 200km run challenge in 30 days no part of me thought it would be easy.
During lockdown I was regularly running 120km per month and that felt like hard work but there is no point setting an easy challenge, I wanted to push myself and wanted a challenge that people would think was deserving of a donation and also to read about (which would then highlight the symptoms of pancreatic cancer) so 200km was set, but in mind I wondered if I could exceed this 🙄
Fast forward 20 days since I begun and I have achieved that target, I am super proud of myself (I rarely say that) but I really am, I pushed myself to achieve this and I want to push it further.
I set this challenge for my dad, I wanted to do something for him to be proud of and this cause is so close to my heart that I don’t just want to hit my target I want to smash it and I will continue to push myself for the rest of the month (although my legs, feet and lower back could do with a rest) after all this is the Longland way.....
Sunday 15 November
10.6km
So I took 5 strides outside the door and was tempted to turn back. My legs hurt and had cramp on the bottom of my foot (ouch). I decided to see what happened if I continued.....
I ran through the woods, it was so muddy and I was like a ninja warrior jumping over the mud.... thankfully I didn’t slide over.....
Monday 16 November
12km
I decided to try and run a bit faster today than I have been doing, the main reason was I had put a lasagne in the oven and needed to get home to dish up.... I managed a nice brisk 12km and just as I walked through the door the oven pinged - great timing 😊
Tuesday 17 November
10.5km
Ouch ouch ouch ouch!!!!!!!! This is not good, the whole run hurt me. I wanted to cry, I am so close to my target.....
Friday 20 November
17.5km
So I haven’t been able to run the last few days as my foot has been super sore..... I have hated it, so close to my target..... plus I’ve eaten everything in sight 😱
Anyway, foot felt better this morning and I thought I would try....
BOOOOOM 17.5km and my target has been hit! I am super happy. Each run I do now with be for me, will be to see how far I can push myself.... I have a goal in my head..... let’s see what I can do.....
Sunday 22 November.
12km
Back to my favourite day to run and after hitting my target I am just running for fun, oh and seeing how far I can push my legs. Really enjoyed that run 😁
Monday 23 November
12km
Brrrrrrr was very cold this morning, I decided to let it warm up a bit and then run later in the morning. Had a lovely run.... another no pressure run 😜
One week left to go and am wondering what my final figure will be.... going to have a day off tomorrow - I hurt!
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Week two complete - 150km done
So, week two is now done and I am pleased that I have now completed 150km and have only 50km to go to hit my target.
This week I didn’t do as many KM as last week, but not too shabby....
Sunday 8 November
19km
I wasn’t sure how far to do today, knowing it was 19km to get me to 100km was super tempting... I thought I would go out and see what happens..... I managed the 19km and was happy to be at the half way mark....
Tuesday 10 November
10.5km
I didn’t run yesterday, my body hurt so much in the night I had a rotten nights sleep and woke up grumpy.... plus was super busy and didn’t have time (that’s an excuse) to squeeze a run in.
So today, I wanted to get a run in early doors before the mayhem of the day begun... slept much better and managed just over 10km, it was slower than normal as my leg is a little sore 🙈
Wednesday 11 November
10.5km
Running the morning after sinking a bottle of wine is not the one.... the thirst was unreal.... had to be done though (the wine that is).
Thursday 12 November
11.2km
Dropped the kids and ran, beautiful day - always makes the run nicer 💃🏻I may struggle to walk tomorrow....
Saturday 14 November
17.8km
Didn’t fancy running today after spending the morning in the rain, in a tree, at school putting Christmas lights up HOWEVER I wanted to get to 150km so needs must and off I went for a run in the rain...... was quite tough..... hopefully will sleep well tonight 🤪
Super happy with my progress, 150km down and 50km to go to get to my target and 16 days left to do it in.....
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Week one complete 💃🏻
The challenge has begun, I have been so excited to get this started and am pleased to have got week one off to a great start. I had plans in my head on how far I would run each day/week to ensure the 200km gets covered over the month but then I decided to just go hard on my first week and started with a half marathon on day one. So after week one I am 81km down 119km to go.
Sunday 1st November
21.2km
I love a Sunday run, no time worries, set off a bit later and just run. Really enjoyed this run, the first 2km and last 3km were HARD but the rest was enjoyable. Decided (on advice) to listen to chase and status - it was good and I managed a PB (1 hour 38) for my half marathon.... I hope I don’t hurt tomorrow.
Monday 2nd November
11.5km
Running the day after a half I didn’t think would be enjoyable but actually I didn’t struggle as much as I thought I would. The weather decided to throw everything at me with winds (always against me), rain and then some sunshine.
Tuesday 3 November
13km
All morning on a webinar made me go for this run, I was planning a rest day following my last two runs and my exercise class last night but my head needed the air. Wasn’t as tough as I expected. Running in the afternoon is actually quite nice.... and easier.....
Wednesday 4 November
12.3km
The school run was COLD this morning so decided to let it warm up a bit before my run. Got a hat and coat all ready, decided against the hat (thankfully) and the coat was removed 3km in. Nearly fell arse over tit in the mud in the park but managed to skid through on two feet.
Thursday 5 November
12km
Another afternoon trot, I have to say I much prefer running in the afternoon. All my lockdown runs were early doors but I am enjoying having an actual break during my day.
Saturday 7 November
11km
Gave myself the day off yesterday, have been told rest days are important 🙄 I missed running so went on a lovely 2 1/2 hour walk instead...
My new Asics trainers arrived yesterday so wore those today, felt a bit tight 🤦🏼♀️
Nice late afternoon, pre take away run completed though.
I just wanted to say too, I am so thankful for all the support I have received, I cannot believe I’ve raised nearly £2.5k - I am grateful for all those who kindly donated, thank you x
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Why I am running....
Just before lockdown I started running... for fun!!! (I know people say I am crazy).Thank you to my Supporters

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Mike Case

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Caroline Coomber
Well done Steph!!! What an amazing achievement xxx

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Alan Raymant

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Kirsty Gogan
Great job!

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Adrian Bull
Fantastic effort. Well done!

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Anthony Morris

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Jenna Thomas
Well done Steph, your dad would be very proud of you xxx

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Jane
Well done 👏

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Angela Wallder
Congratulations Stephanie..love Angela

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Rebecca Giddy
Well done Stephanie...love from Becky

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Rupert Lewis
Hell of an effort!! Well done Steph, first beer is on me when we can! Rupert

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Anthony Mcgrath
Phenomenal effort Steph!!

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Cheryl
Well done chick!!x

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Wenna Watts
What an inspiration you are ! Amazing job you should be so proud ! Much love wenna and family xxx

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Natalie Preston
A little late... been meaning to donate for ages! Never doubted you..... I’ve learnt much about you from your co-chairness. 😘

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Emma Meacher
Well done my friend. You have done so amazing ....super women. Amazing amount of money raised for the charity close to you heart. Well done. Love you lots. Xx

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Philip Vaughan
Fantastic effort. Well done !

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Janice Jones
Well done you. And a fantastic cause. X

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Tom Longland
Well done steph

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Gemma Mckenna
Well done Steph lots of love Gem, Rich and Georgia xxx

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Hayley Jeffcoate
Well done Steph! Great cause xx

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Becky Thoringron
Keep going Steph! You’re amazing 😊

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Tim Darvill
Well Done Steph!! An amazing amount raised for a brilliant charity, not far to go now!

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Ieuan
You're amazing!

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Ivan Baldwin
Incredible amount raised by an incredible person - go Steph!!

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Jake Tudge

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Caroline Longman
Well done Steph-I lost my Grandad to pancreatic cancer. You are running for a great cause xx

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Paul Haywood
Keep it going Steph, fantastic work x

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Helen Wheelet
Well done Stephanie for running for Pancreatic Cancer .love Helen...xx

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Sam Belderson
Go on Steph, you are an inspiration and can’t imagine how proud your dad would be!!!! xxx

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Karen Vallance
Good Luck Steph!

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Mindy
No doubt that you’ve got this lady! Your a star and your pa will be cheering you on every step of this adventure and all of the next ones too ❤️

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Nick Eldridge

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Rob Worthington
Well done mate. You are crushing it.

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Karen Bennett
You’re doing a great job , keep it going Steph & well done 👏👏 love John & Karen xx

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Sarah Caldwell
Well done steph! 👏🏼

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Louise Benfield
Fantastic challenge Steph 👏🏻

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Chloe Powell
Great achievement! Keep going x

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Nikki Skerman
You are amazing, an inspiration to all your family and friends. You will smash it my steffy!!! Your Dad was a wonderful man and he will be so proud of you... just like we all are.xxxx

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Jackie Giddy
Come on Stephanie you can do it. Love and hugs... Xx jackie

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Chris Williams
Well done Steph, top effort for a great cause xxx

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Carly Mason
So PROUD of you!! You got this!! 💪🏻 x

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Lauren, Shauna, Jody

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Pete Roberts
I know you will smash it Steph!

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Philip Rogers

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Tom Keegan
Surely when you raise over your target you up the KMs? Great cause mate and great effort.

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James Macleod

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Sandra Evenden
Good luck Steph. You will do it. Sandra

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Jo Byron
Good luck to you Steph!!! I'll be with you in spirit all the way!!! Jo. x

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Rosanna
So proud of you Stephanie!! Good luck My friend xxx

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Belinda Longland
Come on...you can do it...love you..mom..xx

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Shayne Halfpenny-ray
Good luck Steph - you will smash it!

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Scott Mckenna
There you go, that’s the target hit now! I may not say it all the time, but please know that I am incredibly proud of you, as was your dad throughout his life. Now go and smash it my wonderful wife.xx 😘

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Robert Armour
Steph, you’re so close to that target. Well done

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Sophie Palmer
Go Steph!! Amazing. 😀👍

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Dan Powney
Good luck Steph, you're crazy but I know you'll do this easily x

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Nari Jagait
Lovely message Stephanie about your reasons for doing this; I didn’t know your dad, but I have no doubt he would be very proud. You look amazing on running too... you’ve got this! 👊🏽xx

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Gem Boyd
Good luck Steph I know you'll smash it. We'll done, what a great cause xxx

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Callum Thomas
Massive respect Steph and a great cause!

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Jen Lofthouse
You're smash it !!! Good luck Matey x

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Elizabeth Giddy
Well done Steph, you’re going to smash this! Xx

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Tony Davies
Go steph

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Gemma Longland
Go Steph! We are all very proud of you. Nick, Gem, Olly & Sienna xxx

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Lubna Aboobacker
I don’t think I would’ve survived lockdown if you hadn’t inspired me to run. I’ve watched your consistency through rains and hangovers and everything else! I’m sure you can do this! More power to you 💜

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Samantha Carslake
Good luck Steph ❤️Xxx

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Alix Barraball
Go Steph,do your dad proud x

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Anthony Nyman
Good luck Steph. Xxx

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Sophie Southam
Good luck you crazy lady xx

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Tia
Good Luck Steph!xx

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Lucy Lockyer
You go girl!! So wish I had even a fraction of your willpower and enthusiasm for running! 😂 I’ll be with you in spirit xxx

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Ozma Taylor
You’ll smash it Steph!!

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Leighton Millis
Good luck Steph. We're proud of you.

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Fantastic cause, I know you will smash through your goal.

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Sarah Beacock
What a lovely idea Steph - full of admiration for your commitment. Good luck!

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Fiona Reilly
Well done Steph! A great cause!

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Chris Medlock
Excellent cause Steph and good luck.

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Lewis Mcvey
I'm not sure I could drive 200km in November these days but I'm sure you'll smash it!

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Gill Marsden
You go girl, your daddy would be super proud xox

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Peter Sibley
Good luck Steph, what an amazing effort for a great cause!!

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Julianne Antrobus
Great cause. Super proud - well done Steph!

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Lindsay Roche
Well done Steph! A fantastic way to keep healthy during lockdown as well as raising money for a great cause at the same time.

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Gaby
Always thought you were a crazy, fantastic girl, but now you've proved it!! Wonderful for you to do this challenge and to raise awareness of this dreadful disease. Go for it girl!

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James Rudd
Good luck, an amazing effort an a worthy cause.

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Steve Hughes
Hey Steph, Fab effort, so impressed and for such a great cause

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Philip Isgar
Good Luck Steph, . . . My Fitbit gets me to 10000 Steps a day no where near as impressive as you. Your a star and you can do it.

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Tim Stone
Wonderful cause and deeply impressed with your commitment.

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James Hill
Good Luck

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Aidan And Beverley Xx
Well done Stephanie for taking this on and for such a worthwhile cause that’s touched both our families xx

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Good for you Steph. Good luck.

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John Carine
Steph, i am really proud of you for doing this, your Dad would be proud of you. Well done and good luck :)

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Tom Greatrex
Go for it Steph...

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Gareth Davies
A very good cause - well done for doing this - very best of luck

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Anonymous
Great cause, Steph. Keep running!

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Nicolette Vyce
A great idea and worthy cause. Let us know when, and we'll run the last leg with you (remotely obvs). Good luck

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Emma Boyd
No backing out now 😜 proud of youuuuuu my friend 😘💜

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Nicola Haywood
Good luck Steph and I hope you raise lots of money xx

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Sara Crane
Bloody amazing! Go Steph! You can do it! 😘

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Lucy Jones
So proud of you my friend. Run forest xx
My mum also dies of this awful disease, so keep running!