Well, I finally did it after years of thinking it wasn't for me, I wasn't ready, it wasn't natural, etc. ... I RAN.

Having taken the rash (and possibly drunken) decision to run next year's London Marathon having never run before, I thought I'd better start somewhere and trained all by my shelf for the 5k Race For Life.

I was totally astounded by the fact that I enjoy running! It definitely shrinks your bum somewhat as well. However, tip from the top - don't look at your reflection on cars as you're running - horrible distortions occur.

So on Sunday the Great Day dawned and I ran the 5k in 35 mins! Very pleased with myself and raised ?180 so thanks to all who helped - you're fabulous.

My site is www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/gemmawilkie and I'll put some little pics of me and my marvellous Ma who did it too!

TTFN x x