Just Days to Go…

Posted on April 1, 2013 by rewmds

With only days standing between me and what will undoubtedly be the biggest challenge of my life (so far….) I thought I’d tell you a bit about my final week and what I’m doing right up until I step on the plane!

Today I took myself down to the gym and jumped on the treadmill for a final steady run with my fully stocked backpack (which weighs in at around 12kg!)

The race demands self sufficiency from all of it’s competitors which means I have to carry everything on my back that I might need (excl. water).

KIT LIST:

Mammut Ajungilak Sphere Alpine Spring Sleeping Bag 180 L (Regular )

Mammut Ajungilak Air Pillow

Inflatable Sleeping Mat

Optimus Terra Weekend 0.95L Cook Set

Esbit Foldable Stainless Steel Stove & Pot Stand

1 Compass

1 Anti Venom Pump

1 Survival Sheet

1 Head Torch

1 Torch

1 Signalling Mirror

1 Knife

Spare Batteries

Painkillers

Anti diarrhoea tables (needs to be said)

Anti Bacterial Hand Wash

Body Wipes

Safety Pins

Lighter

Spoon

7x Freeze Dried Meals

7x Freeze Dried Desserts

7x FUEL Porridge Pots (decanted into sandwich bags)

Peperami Wideboys

Nine Bars

For Goodness Shakes

Nuun Electrolyte Tablets

FUEL Granola Mix with Haribo

3 Pairs of Socks

Trainers with Gaiters

GORE Mens Essential Baselayer Boxer

GORE Mens Essential Baselayer Shirt

Mencap Extreme Team Jersey

Desert Hat (courtesy of Mews of Mayfair)

Running Shorts

Adidas Climacool Elevation Sunglasses

And there you have it, now you know what it takes to run 150 miles across the Sahara Desert self sufficient.

Remember I am running for MENCAP the UK’s Leading Learning Disability Charity so please don’t forget to sponsor me at

uk.virginmoneygiving.com/rewmds2013

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Only 2 Weeks to Go!

Posted on March 22, 2013 by rewmds

There’s only 2 weeks till the big race and I am still short on my fundraising goal. Remember I am running 150 miles across the Sahara Desert for Mencap, the UK’s leading learning disability charity! The money you donate goes towards helping real people here in the UK!

PLEASE take a  minute to sponsor me! Every little counts and I am really grateful to all those who make a donation!

SPONSOR ME HERE!!!

uk.virginmoneygiving.com/rewmds2013

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A late hello to 2013….

Posted on February 28, 2013 by thelifestylegirl

SO my last post was in October 2012. That’s pretty shameful. A lot has happened since then so I’ll do a very brief recap for you and then let you know about what’s coming up!

In November 2012 I hosted the Run The World Ball which raised almost £2000. It was a fantastic night and I’d like to say yet another THANK YOU to all those who came along and supported me!

In January I flew to Mexico (on a holiday) BUT I did take my trainers and I did my time on the treadmill in their VERY hot gym (good practice for the desert!).

At the start if February my good lady and I took a trip down to London to meet up with some of the other runners taking part in the MdS on behalf of Mencap! We had a great talk given by Keith Flood (two time MdS finisher) and had all our worst fears confirmed!!

To finish up this month I heard back from two brilliant sports nutritional brands who have agreed to support my challenge by providing me with some great (lightweight) nutritional products! (I’ll have more to tell you soon!)

So far we have raised over £5500 but I still have a long way to go and need your support! So if you haven’t already, please visit my sponsorship page and donate today.

uk.virginmoneygiving.com/rewmds2013

Thanks,

Rew

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Meadowhall Vouchers!!

Posted on October 19, 2012 by rewmds

We’re giving away Meadowhall Vouchers! To be in with a chance of winning just simply order your tickets to the Run The World Ball before the 25th October!!

The ball is raising money for Mencap so really you’re helping others and also potentially helping yourself to a splurge at Meadowhall ON US!

Email rewmds2013@hotmail.co.uk to reserve your tickets!

Tickets £45 or tables of 10 for £400!

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One Month To Go!

Posted on October 19, 2012 by rewmds

The ‘Run the World Ball’

***Raising money for Mencap the UK’s leading learning disability charity***

16th November 2012 7.00pm at the Earl of Doncaster Hotel

In April 2013 ultra runner Andrew Landells, a finalist for this year’s Sporting Hero at the Doncaster Pride Awards, will be running 150 miles across the Sahara Desert as part of the Mencap Extreme Team.

As a trained fire fighter Andrew is used to putting others first and that’s exactly what he is doing as he prepares to take on the Marathon des Sables, ‘The Toughest Footrace on Earth’, all to raise awareness for people with learning disabilities.

Andrew is particularly proud as he is only member of the Mencap Extreme Team from Yorkshire & he hopes to fly the flag for the North next year when he takes on this epic challenge. 

Mencap supports the 1.5million people throughout the UK who have a learning disability.

This year Andrew has raced ultramarathons across the UK and has already raised over £2000.

With the Run the World Ball Andrew hopes to double that amount. 

The money Andrew raises will go towards providing quality services in a number of areas which include housing, education, employment and personal development which allows individuals to live a life as independently as they can.

The night will include a three course meal, wine, DJ and live music from ‘The 48Ks’ as well as a charity auction with some great items donated already including  Football Tickets, Signed Memorabilia and great Experience Vouchers there’s something for everyone!.

We hope you feel able to support Andrew in his challenge and care able to join us! 

Tickets are just £45 & tables of 10 are available for only £400 

Call 07545 341084 

 or email

rewmds2013@hotmail.co.uk

Remember it’s al for a good cause and it’s a great excuse for a night out!

 

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Run The World Charity Ball

Posted on September 8, 2012 by rewmds

I’m hosting the Run the World Charity Ball – at The Earl of Doncaster Hotel on the 16th November! The aim is to raise as much money as possible for Mencap Charity! There will be a three course meal, live music and a charity auction! Kick off the Christmas Party Season in style! If you want to put your name down for tickets then be quick and send an email to rewmds2013@hotmail.co.uk!

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Training Update

Posted on July 23, 2012 by rewmds

With just under a month until my next Ultramarathon my training is well under way.  This time round I have been following a Garmin ready programme by runners world which is designed to help me achieve a sub 4 hour marathon time. I am working on the basis that if I can maximise my performance during the first half of the race then I can build on my finish time. My issue in previous events has been going to hard to fast and subsequently running out of steam for the end. So if I can make running a sub 4 hour mara the norm then maybe I can continue on in the final stages without feeling like I’ve gone hell for leather!

I must say the results so far have been great! I am starting to feel a lease of energy when I finish my runs instead of feeling like I’m about to collapse and suffer from a cardiac arrest. I am definitely finding that my pace is improving whilst still maintaining a safe and normal heart rate!

If you hadn’t already notice from my Facebook updates…I don’t expect you to have, I’ve barely mentioned it….but I’ve been using proto-col products to enhance my diet and fuel my training and am definitely feeling the benefits. The collagen capsules are fantastic and I can definitely say that since using them I have failed to the creaky twinge in my knee that often plagued me on my longer distances. 

Anyway, for now I shall say goodbye but I’ll be blogging again soon to announce some exciting fundraising events!

Don’t forget to sponsor me at uk.virginmoneygiving.com/rewmds2013

Rew

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‘proto-col’ giving me the edge

Posted on June 28, 2012 by rewmds

 

So I’m really excited to announce that proto-col are sponsoring me by providing me with nutritional support! Founded by James Greenwell, a former Modern GB Pentathlete, proto-col are a luxury nutrition and beauty brand famed for their awesome ‘collagen capsules’ coveted by athletes and celebrities galore and now ME!

I’ve placed my first (of many) orders and have got my hands on some great products. Their collagen capsules can help maintain healthy joints, aid in recovery time from injury and promote optimum well-being. proto-col collagen capsules stimulate the body’s natural production of collagen and boost natural levels. Theirs is the only collagen supplement available that I know of that combines Type I and Type II hydrolysed collagen. I’m taking three capsules a night and have already noticed improvements. I  previously suffered with a bad knee, experiencing what I can only describe as a creakiness! But since using proto-col’s collagen capsules the niggle and ‘squeaking’ has dissipated! I’ll continue to document the effects on here so keep checking back!

I’ve also got myself some of their ‘green magic’ and it’s just that. MAGIC. It’s your 5 day in 1! It combines 16 of the worlds super food nutrients including Spirulina and Chlorella. I’m adding a teaspoon to a fruit smoothie or juice and definitely feeling more energised!

Obviously it’s early days and I hope to give you a more in depth and specific review of all the products I am using! I’ve got a few more bits to tell you about but I’ll not spoil you with it all at once!

 

check out their website for yourself ! http://www.proto-col.com/

 

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June PUSH

Posted on June 6, 2012 by rewmds

So it’s the final countdown! I had a target of £3325 to raise before the end of June and I am only £600 away from reaching it! So if you haven’t already sponsored me then please do, there is still time! uk.virginmoneygiving.com/rewmds2013

I want to say a huge thank you to YESSS Electrical who have sponsored me £500!

 

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British Summer Time

Posted on May 25, 2012 by rewmds

It would seem that Summer has arrived – this weather is unbelievable and I’ll be out and about making the most of it, getting in some training runs but more importantly for now, drumming up support!

In just two days time we are holding our Mencap Coffee Morning at the Tickhill Parish Room from 10am (27th May). Entry is free and there will be tea, coffee and biscuits as well as lots of scrummy cakes to buy, some games and a raffle.

Local businesses and friends have been really generous and we have some great prizes in the raffle including vouchers for Sassy Hair and Beauty, Tickhill’s finest chocolatiers Carlson & Davies and Fentons Butchers!

We’ve also got some great gifts from M & R Pharamcy in Harworth, Rhythm & Booze and Maxine’s Florist so make sure you don’t miss out!

We’ll see you Sunday!

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