My Updates
Why I’m running for Asthma + Lung UK
Friday 9th AugOn Sunday 27th April, I’ll be running my first marathon, THE London Marathon, in support of Asthma + Lung UK, and would be very grateful for your support.
Running a marathon has always been an endurance event I have wanted to accomplish, and because I’ll probably only do one (see below), I wanted this race to be more than just a race. I’ve decided to take on this challenge in memory of my dad, who lived with asthma his entire life, but never let this be the reason for not doing something. This year also marks 6yrs since he passed from lung cancer, and I cannot think of a better way to commemorate his life than by running in his honour and raising money for Asthma + Lung UK, who support others who have suffered like him, from both asthma and lung disease.
For those who’ve heard me talk (complain) about running, you will know that taking on this challenge was not an easy decision – my body likes throwing me curveballs when I run, in the form or explained and (mostly) unexplained issues/injuries, exactly when training seems to be going well. Whilst I had to regrettably postpone in 2024 (unexplained issues) and am currently (very) far behind on training due to more issues, I am staying positive and determined to cross the finish line this year!
As the UK’s lung charity, Asthma + Lung UK are on a mission to transform lung health. Any donation, big or small, will make a huge difference!
Thank you very much for your support!
Thank you to my Sponsors
£100
Matteo Rocchietta
£100
Christabel & Daryn
Congratulations Van! We're so proud of you, what an achievement. All our love, Cbel & Daryn xxx
£23.10
Aimee
Well done Van!! Great achievement!
£42
Jacky & Rhys
Congratulations!
£30
Marijke Howie
Congrats on doing it!! Amazing achievement.
£10
Kopal Matanhelia
Incredible - very proud of you x
£52.50
Dave Nish
£26.25
Jules
Good luck Vanessa!
£30
Hostes
You've got this! We are so proud of you and know you'll smash it! Your dad will be watching down super proud too ♥️♥️♥️
£42
Nina & Gareth
Good luck Vanessa!!! Will be looking out for you and hope you have the best time 🫶🏻
£50
Bron
Amazing cause 🤍
£42
Kerryn Mclellan
Good Luck Van 💪🏃♀️
£23.10
Wes Cole
£515
Philippe Camu
£23.10
Beks Ayres
Good Luck Vanessa!
£50
Jon M
Go Van!
£150
Matteo
£42
Roxy Lazarus
So proud of you !! You going to smash it xxx
£10
Dominique Daw
Good luck! Love the Daws
£60
Grace Shay
£157.50
Juan Felix
£105
Charlotte Saury
£500
Leonard Seevers
£312
Deferred Fundraising Aluk
£23.10
amazing effort!