My Activity Tracking
145
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My target 222 mi
I'm fundraising for the future of hospitality.
I am raising money for The Burnt Chef Project, an organisation dedicated to breaking the stigma around mental health in hospitality and providing support for those who need it most
👉 Did you know that 4 out of 5 hospitality professionals report experiencing at least one mental health issue during their career?
This is a cause that is deeply personal to me. Two years ago, I lost my younger brother, Ian, to suicide. Life has never been the same since. Ian was a talented chef living in Tenerife for almost 20 years. I often wonder why he didn’t, or perhaps felt he couldn’t, reach out for help. I will never know the answer to that, but I do know that I am more determined than ever to do all I can to prevent another family from going through the same pain
By supporting my fundraising efforts, you will be helping The Burnt Chef Project provide vital education, resources, and support to those struggling in silence. Together, we can make sure no one feels alone in this battle. I will be running 358km (a virtual lap of Tenerife) in 28 days, starting on Wednesday 1st October finishing on Tuesday 28th October which would have been Ian’s 46th Birthday
🖤 Please join me in honouring Ian’s memory by making a pledge today. Your contribution big or small will help save lives
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My Updates
Day 16 done 13k run and a game of football ⚽️
Friday 17th Oct
Day 15 Hertford Ware run
Wednesday 15th Oct
Day 14 done!!
Wednesday 15th Oct
Day 13 and it rained 🙁
Monday 13th Oct
Day 12 another 13km down
Sunday 12th Oct
Day 11 13km done
Saturday 11th Oct
Day 10 13km done 130km so far
Saturday 11th Oct
Day 9 13k in 1hour 16minutes
Thursday 9th Oct
Day 8 13k run Wheathampstead to Luton
Thursday 9th Oct
Day 7 13k done!!
Tuesday 7th Oct
Day 5 13k new route
Monday 6th Oct
Day 4 13k Morning run
Sunday 5th Oct
Day 3 13k run
Saturday 4th Oct
Day 2 13km run
Friday 3rd Oct
Day 1 - 13km done
Thursday 2nd Oct
Training Update
Tuesday 23rd Sep
Last week, I realised that alongside the obvious physical and mental challenges of training, I’ll also have to contend with the ever-changing weather. In just a few days I experienced it all: strong winds, an unexpected burst of heat, and short, sharp showers!
Running into headwind is no joke 💨🍃, it really does slow you down. What’s frustrating is that no matter how long you battle against it, there never seems to be a tailwind waiting on the other side to balance things out.
The heat on Friday completely drained me 😎. I struggled to push through, and choosing a new route across fields, with plenty of ups and downs, only added to the challenge. The good news is I probably won’t need to worry too much about high temperatures in October, as the average sits between 13–15°C, dropping slightly as the month progresses.
And then there’s the rain 🌧️☂️. Being wet and cold was uncomfortable enough, but when the rain mixed with sweat and dripped into my eyes, it became downright miserable. Still, it looks like I’ll need to get used to it, October is one of the wettest months, averaging 10–13 rainy days.
Please keep those donations coming in, every bit of support makes a huge difference. thank you again for being part of this journey 🖤
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Training Update
Wednesday 10th Sep
Thank you all so much for the support, it genuinely keeps me motivated! 🖤
Training has been going well, but as I’ve pushed the distance up, I keep hitting a wall around the 10.4–10.6km mark. Breaking through that barrier has been tough, and I know the real challenge ahead will be as much mental as it is physical.
I’ve been paying close attention to my warm-ups, cool-downs, recovery, and nutrition to set myself up for success… though I’ll admit, cutting out Haribo has probably been the hardest part 🤣
To keep things interesting during the challenge, I will be mixing up my routes, mainly around Luton, Hertford, Hitchin, Stevenage, and Milton Keynes. I’m even planning to pass a few McMullen’s pubs along the way, and I might just “re-hydrate” at one or two 🍻
Please keep those donations coming in, every bit of support makes a huge difference. Thank you again for being part of this journey! 🖤
ShareThank you to my Sponsors
£300
Michael I Holdsworth Ltd
£212
Herts Cooling
Good luck for a very deserving cause
£212
Underwood Meat Company
With your Drive and Determination I am sure you will raise a good amount for a very worthy cause. Our thoughts are with you on this journey.
£200
Macphie Ltd
A well worthy cause and fantastic challenge. We wish you the very best! From all at Macphie🟥💪
£200
Kale & Damson Limited
What a lovely cause, recall the event at the time and understand how deeply personal this is to you! Good luck with the run! Kuljit & Kamal
£159
Revolution Bakery / Bryan Rogers
wish you all the best Lee , "I'm really happy to support your cause. Keep up the great work mate
£106
Phil Kirk
Good luck on your challenge Lee.. I am confident that you will succeed with you tenacious and determined character. A worthy charity. Kind Regards Phil... Devilish
£53
Phill & Luke
£53
Lauren
You got this dad!! So proud of you <3 xx
£53
Charlie
£53
Libby Brooks
I’m so proud of you dad you’ve got this xx
£53
Spud And Kaylee
Go smash it old man! Cheering you on every step <3
£53
Gary Adnitt
Well done for raising awareness in this Lee. Best of luck this month.
£53
Ellie Casey
£53
Paul Robbins
All my thoughts with you on this one.
£53
Nat & Dan Payton Hyne
£53
Anonymous
You got this!!
£53
Jodie
I’m so proud of you x I’ll be supporting you every step you run (from the sofa or car!!) Love you xx
£53
Paul Rolfe
Good luck lee but I am sure you will smash it.
£50
Warbler On The Wharf
Great cause Lee! Keep pushing! Team Warbler are cheering you all the way x
£50
Mark & Jon
Such a good cause. Well done Lee!
£31.80
Heather Meyrick
Good Luck Lee my one in a million son-in-law. Behind you all the way
£31.80
Amanda Walden
Great work Lee.
£31.80
Stephen Mcbride
Best of luck Lee. A great cause
£31.80
Liam Footie
G,luck Lee. A real good cause
£31.80
Franco Parisi
GREAT CAUSE, GO HARD!!! then go home!! Franco Annie and the girls xx
£31.80
Carolyn Jordan
Well done Lee. Best wishes Carolyn and Graham.
£31.80
Leah Walford-dunn
Well done bro. You're smashing it! Sorry I'm not closer to do some with you but I'm definitely thinking of you! Sis. xx
£30
Robert
Best of luck, Lee! It’s a fantastic challenge to tackle 🙂
£25
Steve Armstrong-gimblett
Good luck Lee - what a challenge - what a cause!
£25
Eric Tiv
Keep those legs well fed
£23.32
Jodie Brooks
Had to get you to your £3000!! So proud of you xx
£21.20
Vicky
Good luck Lee! 🏃 A very worthy cause.
£21.20
Sarah Sharpe
£21.20
Brian Rolt
All the best Lee
£21.20
Janet Kirk
Well done Lee!!
£21.20
Nicola Chinnery
Lee this is an amazing thing that you doing! Keep going 👏
£21.20
Sarah Parkin
So proud of you Lee, you´re smashing it. XX
£21.20
Dan Park
Good luck
£21.20
Rhiannin Taylor
£21.20
Rupert Holdsworth
Amazing challenge Lee. Keep going 💪 and a very worthy cause.
£21.20
Jennie
An inspiration, as always.
£21.20
Alastair Wallace
Great cause Lee. All the best for your run!
£21.20
Russell Allen
£20
Sam & Ian Marshall
Best of luck Lee. No doubt at all that you'll smash this! x
£20
Jo, Colin And Theo Griffiths
Best of the luck with the challenge, Lee! It's an amazing thing you're doing for a great cause, you'll smash it!
£20
Andy K
Great stuff Lee!
£20
Brett Connor
A lap of Tenerife!! wow!! I'm sure you will smash it!! best of luck!!!
£20
Kirsty And Amelie 💕
Good luck Lee ! An inspiration as always 💕
£20
Pat Briffa
£20
Matt Paine
Keep it going pal 💪..great cause..
£20
Julie Sammells - Plant S Nutrition
Good Luck with the run, hope the blisters are few! 🙌🍀
£15.90
Jessica Hubbocks
£15.90
Jenson Collins
All the best Lee
£10.60
Clara Ss
Best of luck. One foot in front of the other 💪🏼
£10.60
Max
Good luck!
£10.60
Andy Meyrick
good luck to you
£10
Shelagh
Rather you than me Lee but what a great cause
£10
Jacqui Hunt
Well done Lee
£10
Sarah Howe
Great cause, well done Lee.
£5.30
Barry Taylor
I think your insane but it's a worthy cause. Best of luck
Well done for raising the profile of this issue Lee. Good luck this month.