My Progress
I'm walking 100 kms this month to leave MS behind
My Progress
102 KMS
My target
100 KMS
Support me along this 80km challenge to eradicate MS
36,000 people live with MS in NL. I am one of them. MS runs in my family, but I hope it stops with me. Every cent you donate will enable research into ensuring this is the case.
I started this challenge late and have a busy month, so I finally settled on 80km - certainly a challenge to fit in terms of timing, fitness and flexibility when things don't go as planned - MS has a role in this of course :) Plus I need to move more so this seemed like an excellent motivation!
I will share updates regularly as I am crawling to the end.
Thank you so much for your support and encouragement x
My Updates
Day 30
At the beginning I thought it wasn't a big enough challenge to justify asking for donations. But it turned out to hard enough just finding the time. And there were enough moments that my body (and mind) struggled. But I never felt alone. THANK YOU for all the support and messages. Just having that contact was worth it.
It was out-of-my-comfortzone sharing a peek into my life with MS, but I am also aware that people don't know what it's like to live with an invisible disease, because well, it's not visible so far enough. Whilst my experience could be totally different that someone else's, it's still a start. This is a life long journey that I have no choice in, but it reassuring to know people are working on making it a brighter future. Thank you xx
Day 29
Day 29. 4km. This is almost it. 1 more km to go. Of course, I now can't log onto the website to update my total just yet, but trust me on this!
Today was glorious. A walk through a beautiful woodland filled with the most wonderful people. A bit of rain, a bit of sunshine, a lot of flapjack. I'm tired and my legs hurt, but I'm also very happy to be around these people and that so many of you have been in touch.
Tomorrow is the LAST DAY and only 1km to go. Thanks for you help. Still want to be part of this effort to raise money to research how to prevent MS? Easy peasy, just donate 😁
Day 28
Dat 28. 1.2km not far enough but adds to the excitement of trying to finish the last 5km in the next 2 days! Fingers crossed 🤞 Super long day with early starts and lots of moving around. Purposeful walking was a little different today as lots of little feet and some tiny ones. Speed wasn't the priority.
Instead time was spent putting bricks in a tubs and turning it upside down again. Repeat. This was more fun than walking further or faster. I will make up for it tomorrow. It's getting a little tense...! Big thanks to those who continue to surprise me with sponsorship. Today was a big boost and a reminder that it isn't over yet.
day 27
Day 27. 1.4km. See below for good news. Today I was done. A sleepless night and extremely full day finishing and starting things big things. Some of which I really pushed myself for. I was convinced I wasn't going to walk. Then a friendly neighbour knocked on the door and the sun was shining and suddenly getting outside was the best thing for my mental health. I was already disappointed that I was skipping today so chuffed I managed something!
Nothing like adding a bit of suspense at the end...4 more days and 6km to go. Exciting! One step at a time x
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An update from the official people:
Wow! What a huge success The May 50K is already in the Netherlands! Of all the participating countries (UK, Ireland, Germany, South Africa, Canada, Australia and the Netherlands) we are doing incredibly well! 1,539 participants have already raised over €328,000 for MS research! 
Thanks to you, we can conduct research to find the causes of MS, improve treatments, and ultimately cure MS. This way, we can help everyone with MS in every country get access to the treatments they deserve.
Day 26
Day 26. 1.1km. This week is full full full so adding in purposeful walking is both a challenge and good for my mind. Tonight it was raining, so I did a quick walk, which too longer than it should have done as I kept taking pictures!
I am very much an amateur photographer who also has fallen out with my temporary phone. But I have always liked taking and having photos as memories. I like to find the beauty in the normal. The 'hidden' things that we can't see but are essential for the whole picture (read into this as much as you want). But for as long as I remember, I have also wanted to take photos as a record of what I have done. Where I have been. The people I have seen.
Having a chronic illness means for me, not knowing what is coming, only that it isn't great. I have had episodes with double vision, blurred vision, unable to stand unsupported for weeks, unable to use my left arm, to name a few. Maybe one day I will end up in a wheelchair. I hope not for a long time, but then it will also be a means to still moving around. A positive thing maybe. But then I want to be able to enjoy the little things as they will have been my constant.
Being able to go outside and walk, even for 1.1km in the rain, is not something that I ever take for granted. You just never know what is coming.
Day 25
Day 25. 1.4km. I was behind the computer a lot today and then busy with family things. The day just ran away with me. I managed to fit in a 1.4km walk which included a stop to get essentials at the shop - but only outdoor walking counted and I went an extra long route to get there.
Just to recap, MS has been in my family for at least two generations before me. And I have had it for just over over 22 years. Literally half my life (I hadn't worked that out before. Alarming!). It is time that it stopped and went no further. That is what all this action is about.
May is the month for MS fundraising for research in several countries working together and I am doing my bit to spread the word out there. Invisible illnesses sometimes need that extra bit of attention to get the exposure that can ultimately help. But it is nerve wracking making yourself vulnerable but it is also bringing some lovely connections and stories forward. Thank you for joining me on this challenge.
Day 24
Day 24. 5.1km. Today felt like a challenge. I had less Spoons available. I had wanted to walk further, but it became dark and started raining. My body was tired. And I had a meltdown this morning over my temporary phone not doing what it should (I hate changing phones with a passion). I am someone who has all the tabs open and hundreds of screenshots that I will never come back to, but carry as round mentally. Drives my husband crazy. But it also means when it has all gone in a flash/broken phone, I struggle and it's overwhelming. So walking was a good plan but with a tired body, tried mind and crazy wind meant that I felt the struggle all over. I noticed I felt calmer when walking under tree branches, almost protecting me from what lay outside.I only have a few days and 9km left. Is there anything you want to know about? I was thinking of sharing problems I've faced in the past but it can be difficult to remain positive when writing about them as it wasn't always ok. I don't mind doing it if it helps people to understand. However, writing about being a mother with MS is a topic for another time, when my kids are older. Let me know.
Meanwhile, I took photos on my walk to keep myself motivated. Hat/wind hair photo for a more realistic representation of today. Still raising funds and awareness for those interested.
Day 23.
Day 23. Distance 6.3km but 0km 'purposful walking' for MS so nothing to report there. It was another long day doing different things so by the end I was finished and I just need to curl up with a hot water bottle.
In the afternoon I was at Museum of Magic in Oberhousen with a dear friend. It was fun and where the photo is from. I noticed I sat down more often than usual. It was dark when I came home. My body is tired. I will walk again tomorrow. See you then x
Day 22
Day 22. 1.43km. One more week to go. Today I had a long but brilliant work day with so many inspiring entrepreneurial women. It was a lot for me, but I built in a few minutes at lunch to just take a moment to reset. I was lucky to come home to a dinner waiting for me and I took an hour just to rest. This made all the difference as I still had plenty to do, including a walk 
A short route - long day and long day tomorrow - and my legs were heavy.
A short route - long day and long day tomorrow - and my legs were heavy. Part of today was visiting a new ice-cream parlour and @deijsbarones had made a sugar-free ice-cream just for me. How special is that? And I am very pleased to say, it was absolutely delicious and just as creamy as the original. A genuine surprise of quality and thoughtfulness. Tried to take a picture, but my stomach took over and I ate it. Happiness.
Photo is a random quote I found whilst cleaning up my broken phone.
Day 21
Day 21. 1.1km. Today I walked 7km so when it came to the 'purposeful' walking as extra I was finished...driven by your support I managed a short outing. Shortened by being attacked by 2 crows. I kid you not! I hope it was because they have a nest nearby (public footpath) and that it wasn't personal!
Whilst we are raising money to a better future, I'm not asking for sponsorship today. I saw someone else walking door-to-door for MS on my short walk (Angélica Van Overveld your a star!) It already felt conflicting knowing so many terrible things are happening in the world and I'm asking you to donate money. So I am grateful to have seen someone taking the role on today that is enough.
I am aware that I have access to good health are (major reason for us to stay in NL) and I have the privilege to walk for pleasure. There are only a few days left and I will reach my target. I'll be back tomorrow x
Day 20
Day 20. 1.74Km. Yesterday I accidentally labelled Day 18 whilst talking about Brain Fog. The irony is not lost on me. Today was a slower start. I've enjoyed writing the last few weeks, but it is also sometimes easier to just carry on without thinking too much. Last night I was mostly awake, overthinking. It doesn't help. It just meant that today I was tired. My body and my mind. I have a busy 7 days ahead on all fronts and I already know I am walking close to a limit. But it is also a choice and I can do it at the moment so that is also good. After I will crash out of course, but I have reserved time for that.
Planning is such an integral part of our family life. Missing out on things is part of it. Maybe I am not fit, or ask too much from me with little time to 'regroup' before of after. I have to make choices. To do one thing is to sacrifice doing another. Back to the #spoontheory mentioned earlier in the month. But whilst missing out on things is tough, it is ultimately more important that I am fit as a mother. Anything else is a bonus.
This disease needs to stop. The following generations in the family need to be free from this. That's all.
Day 19
I was reflecting on yesterday's post, about brain fog. A big reluctance to talking about MS is - Does it make me less employable? Declaring my MS isn't legally required, but I have always done so. For a long time I was nervous to apply for things so was self-employed and an active volunteer. I didn't want to let anyone down. Since 2023 I dared to enter back into a team and I have loved it. Yes it can be challenging, but the flexibility it offers is great and I have thrived. My brain is still functioning at a level I wasn't sure it could still achieve, and it feels good to use it. My job ends this year. I have never been good at making new plans (all the unknown stuff plays a role in this!) but I more certain of my capabilities. MS doesn't have to be the end. Not yet. Not for a long time I hope. I have plenty more things to do and plenty more words to write!
Note: I realise I am writing this at a time that I am feeling (relatively) ok. I am also allowing myself to enjoy the fact that things are stable. It can always change. Been there, done that before. Makes feeling good all that more great.
Day 18
The cognative sysmptoms are by defination invisible. Yet can be so harmful. I will write about MS and work another day, only to that brain fog has been my biggest (self-induced) barrier. A struggle to concetrate, difficulty processing information, no memory, When the word sits on your tongue and just stays there it can be such an internal battle - not helped by the 2 langauges I live in. And of course hormones have an affect, because they always do. Brain fog can last a day, or as I saw in March, a month. Day-to-day things are unnessailrly challenging. I am forever saying apple instead of banana for example. Simple little things that you may not notice, but scream out at me as everything is 'not quite' ok. These are the times that I have to have a stern talking wth myself about respecting my limits. Plus I write so very many lists. Then I forget where the lists are. So I write more lists. On repeat. Brain fog will break and move on I just need to ride it out.
Already at 77 km. Really pleased! Thank you for your constant support. Lets get rid of this disease.
Day 17
Day 17. 8.1km. One of the reasons I don't often talk about my MS is because it isn't the most important thing. As a working mum, a wife, sister and friend, I have an endless list of things that require more attention. MS is always in the background of course, but it never the thing that rolls off my tongue when asked how I am going. This doesn't mean I am hiding it, just that I am more than this and the other parts are more interesting! It is difficult when people ask how I am doing to sometimes give an honest answer. Yes, maybe today is not great for me physically, but tomorrow could be so much better and I don't want you thinking of tomorrow as being how I am today. Does that make sense?
MS is confusing and difficult to follow as it is so specific to an individual and is always changing. When I am asked how I am doing and I say 'could be better' it is more likely that I piles of washing, an empty fridge and 2 boys requiring logistical magic skills. That would be my first thought. That will always be my priority, even when I am floored my this crappy disease and I can't think beyond how to turn on my coffee machine. Because that is also part of it, especially the hardcore brain fog. But those days, you wouldn't be able to ask me how I was doing anyway because I will putting everything I can muster into the little daily things that keep this family turning.
Thanks for all the support, as always. I'm at 73km already! It's looking good
Day 16
Day 15
Day 15. 3.53 km. Today I said goodbye to an epic woman who radiated love. That was the most important thing today. I'll keep the writing short because MS isn't the star today.
The morning started with a pre-breakfast stroll through a huge estate. Think Pride & Prejudice with a sweeping driveway. It was glorious. And I was honoured to shared this with my sister.
A beautiful day with such wonderful people.
Still walking. Still fundraising. A HUGE thank you to you all so far xx
Day 14
Day 14. 2.33km. Today I am traveling. I have a sunflower lynard which indicates you have an invisible illness and may need some help. I have had it for 3 years but I have only just recently started using it. I dared to put it on whilst walking through Manchester Airport on my own, the security control quietly let me into a priority lane without any drama. It is so smooth and unexpected that I actually shed a tear. Only then did I really appreciate how stressful I have found travelling. Ive always been a seasoned confident traveller. But I also have A LOT of extra stuff I need to take (thanks diabetes) and stress also impacts the blood sugar. Anyway, this is about MS (same body, sometimes difficult to seperate!).
When things are rough, standing in a long queue costs a lot for me. Yet going to the priority by passport control makes a huge difference. It's always an internal struggle. I'm entitled to this priority, but surely it's not necessary. Sometimes yes. And it brings less stress. That is also valuable.
Felix was surprised when we travelled together for the first time since I had been using it. He didn't understand why we were skipping ahead. Mummy wasn't ill. He felt guilty. Feelings I had been struggling with for so long. And it also highlighted to him that my normal was someone else's 'sick'. This post isn't about families, even though that's important. It's about wearing a lanyard labels me. Exposes my hidden illness. Yet, in this single case, it brings significant benefits that I didn't always realise I needed but am grateful to have.
https://www.themay50k.nl/.../sophiekolle.../the-may-50k-2025 So very grateful for your continuous support.
Day 13
Day 13: 3.5km. 60km total. Although to be honest, we forgot to start the counter half way again so this is calculated with google.maps! A shorter walk than planned, but the company made up for it. Felix and I strode through the woods singing loudly and throwing a tennis ball around. But he twisted his knee and it was more of a limp back to the car. Still, wouldn't change it for anything. Feeling lucky.
Realised I am really enjoying this challenge. I also realised that I am feeling relatively fit at the moment which makes for nice joyful posts. But I would like to give an honest view of what it is like and that can be quite confrontational for me. I was thinking about what I miss, and aside from friends and family (obviously), it is dancing. It has been a long time. A combination of not being able to rely on my legs to keep standing, sugar intake in drinks messing everything up (diabetes), having to spend most of the night queuing for the toilet, it being too dark and loud for a sensory overload and constantly being aware that I could physically crash out at any moment and would still need to have enough energy to get home. It can be very lonely and rather unsociable when I am worrying about all these factors so doesn't seem to be much point. Plus, I also getting older so not quite so cool anymore anyway 
But it is ok. I have made a promise to myself that I will dance more in the kitchen. I can still enjoy that. I am only writing this to give you a peak behind the curtains. Let's face it, the world is on fire at the moment. I however am doing well within my limitations. These limitation continue to adjust, almost daily and that is just part of a chronic disease. It won't 'get better'. It will just change.
Thank you again for your support. Investing in research means more dancing.
Day 12
Another good day. Day 12 saw two small walks squeezed in at lunch time and at dusk, after a meeting with ended. A measly 2.19km but that is 2.19km more than I would normally be able to find the energy for whilst balancing all the plates today. I do love days that are filled like this, partly because of all the different activities, but also because it feels good to be able to cope with the multitasking/balancing/responding to everything. It feels like the me I like the most. After brain fog March, I'm happy to be back. Only now comes the eternal reminder to not 'over do' it. But it is also ok to feel good so that is where I am ending the day. Obviously tomorrow I may regret this late night. But that is a tomorrow problem. Planning the week ahead also means idea identifying which plans can be flexible or moved if necessary. Basically coming up with a week plans and then a back up week plan. And then a back up of the back up if necessary. Makes me dizzy .
.Thank you for keeping me going. Without your support I wouldn't have made that second mini walk, but your generous fundraising gave me the lift I needed.
Day 11
I am half way! 54km. 5.5km today. THANK YOU for your sponsorship me. You are with me as I walk along. Now for something (long) about planning: I hear from people that I am always busy and full. It is half true. I am often full, but not always busy. Spoon Theory is a metaphor describing the amount of physical or mental energy that a person has available for daily activities and tasks.
For example, if I have 6 spoons per day I can use 1 for getting up, dressed, kids to school. 3 for work. 1 for home and family stuff eg. food shopping and 1 for all the other life things such as cooking and being present with my kids.
BUT, when things aren't great, it can cost 1 whole spoon just to get up and showered. Then I have to drastically lesson my expectations. I can cost me 3 spoons to do the shopping then I will have nothing left in me to cook. See the problem?
I have to plan my time, know what I am capable of and when I can further over my limit because I have built in some time to 'save' spoons before or after. This is why we plan. I miss being spontaneous. I still am, but it is different. I can't just say 'yes' but instead have to look at the context and overall picture. How many spoons do I have left? Do I need to use them on something else? Do I have time tomorrow to recover if I use more than I have today?
March for example, I was definitely short on spoons. Brain fog lasted longer than normal and everything was more difficult. I dropped some balls. Hugo stepped up and took tasks such as my share of the cooking. Ordering shopping online helped enormously. I had to chose where to spend my 'spoons'. Luckily the brain fog cleared and by Easter I was back to my usual self. Family continues as normal regardless, but it is a constant juggling act which is a normal part of our life.
I don't talk to myself in Spoons, because I haven't lost my mind. But they are a helpful metaphor to understand the restrictions. Of course, it can change daily. This is why it is important to ask someone with a chronic illness and to take the answer without judgement. They will almost definitely want to join in, but sometimes the sensible decision is also the most painful. #spoontheory
Day 10
Today did not go as planned.
I was going to walk this morning and tick it off. But it was Mother's Day here in NL and my boys pulled together a lovely breakfast and we spent together. That seemed more important. So, I was going to walk this afternoon instead. Only again plans didn't work out. Not terrible as lots of fantastic things happened instead, but by 20.00 my sugar rollercoaster (hello Mother's Day treats/diabetes) and my afternoon in the sun (hello MS) has wiped me out.
Thank goodness I could accompany my neighbour on her dog walk this evening in a last minute effort. I just managed 2 km which seems pathetic. But I also know this is part of it. I have to respect my myself. I have one heck of a week ahead which is already pushing every boundary so when I am this tired tomorrow I will regret it. I will make up for today's limited (purposeful) walking another time.
Link https://www.themay50k.nl/.../sophiekolle.../the-may-50k-2025 It's AMAZING how great this is all going. Are you part of it? Thank you for making such a difference. I have hope.
Day 9
Day 9. 4.2km walked. 57 minutes and great company 
. Feel like I should shared little snippets about MS as there is so much unknown still. From the start I will say that I am no expert. I know only what I need to know and when I need to know it. And that is enough to deal with. However I will share some info otherwise, what's the point? You need to know what you are helping to eradicate via sponsorship!
. Feel like I should shared little snippets about MS as there is so much unknown still. From the start I will say that I am no expert. I know only what I need to know and when I need to know it. And that is enough to deal with. However I will share some info otherwise, what's the point? You need to know what you are helping to eradicate via sponsorship! * It is a condition that affects your brain and spinal cord
* It is 2.5 times more common in women
* It is more common in countries further away from the equator (vitamin D issues)
Tomorrow I'll shares the different types. Thanks for following.
If you have questions, I will do my best to answer. About MS in general or my own experience.
Ps. No filters. Glorious day. Terrible at making reels but you get the drift!
Day 8
Day 8. Walked 4km exactly by walking the last 0.15km around the carpark. Had a 5 minute break in the middle waiting for Owens piano lesson to finish.
Did something today. I increased my walking target to 100km. It sounds more impressive and I feel like I need to push myself further in response to the utter generosity and support I have received. Such an honor. Not sure how it's going to work time wise, especially as I want to do all my km's outside, but I'm happy to take it on.
Everything is so lush a green at the moment. Discovered some hidden gems in places I visit regularly to drop off/collect boys. Velp can be rather lovely. Trying not to post just green things all the time, but it also makes me happy. Research shows that even having pictures of nature in hospital rooms increased recovery times, so maybe looking at these will bring you a moments relaxation.
Promise to post something more interesting next time! Or not. We shall see if I remember 
Already reached an AMAZING €529. I mean, wow!!
Day 7
Day 7. 2 different walks to fit in with the usual day happenings. First was short and sunny. Second was a little longer and not so sunny. That's the general gist 
. 5.7km, 62 minutes, 7705 steps.
. 5.7km, 62 minutes, 7705 steps. 45% completed. Secretly I'm hoping to make it to 100km because that sounds more impressive, but we shall see...I'm so very grateful for all the support so far. But I've upped my challenge. I'm aiming for €500 to really make a difference. Can you help?
Last night I was exhausted. It caught up a little and my phone not working was too much. Plus I had to change my diabetes sensor. I was so tried I didn't activate the hour lead in time it takes properly meaning it didn't start working until 11pm 
. Luckily Hugo is more tech savvy but I also began to wonder if I should skip a day. But nope. So far so good. Doing small bits anyway. It helped to break it down into smaller pieces for today.
. Luckily Hugo is more tech savvy but I also began to wonder if I should skip a day. But nope. So far so good. Doing small bits anyway. It helped to break it down into smaller pieces for today. I wanted to write something about planning. But I will do it tomorrow. Now I am pleased I did today's walking 
and I need to put the last bit of functioning brain power to another use than nattering on to myself/you.
and I need to put the last bit of functioning brain power to another use than nattering on to myself/you. Yes my legs hurt. But less than yesterday and only for the last 1km. It feels good to be doing something positive. It is not lost on me how little control of events we have in the world right now, yet I can still walk.
Day 5
Day 5. 4.6km walked, 6241 steps. 31 km total completed so far (38%). A shorter but still nice wall. This time on my own whilst Hugo cooked. Saw some nice things but phone was full so only 1 photo and an evening ahead of deleting things off phone memory! Left leg tingling from 1 km, pain from 3 but just trundled along listening to some comedy podcasts. Legs took 15 minutes to stop tingling (think hard core pins and needles) after I sat down at home.
I've included a diagram of different invisible attributes that Multiple Sclerosis CAN, but MAY NOT have. It's complicated which makes it difficult to understand or know what to expect as all these may or may not happen. And if they do, they may or may not remain in your daily life. Not hugely helpful! A lot is unknown and that brings its own challenges.
For today, I'm pleased to be giving this disease a bit more space as it is also part of who I am. Thank you so much for your continuing support. Grateful it hasn't rained yet!
Day 4
Day 4. 2 walks, totaling ... Absolutely buzzing that 280 has already been donated. This is immense. I am so grateful for everyone that has taken the time to donate something towards eradicating this disease. It means so much to know that you've got my (and my children's) back. Thank you.
Today started with a pulled back thanks to my eldest getting a pull-up bar yesterday and I was over-enthusiastically trying it out. Typical that the problems I have aren't anything to do with walking! Once I managed to reach down to tie my shoes things started getting better luckily.
I managed to persuade my Owen to join me for a quick post-work walk. Every step helps after all. In the evening I walked with my neighbour as our boys had football training. This was nice a green through the woods, ending with a few laps around the field to push the distance over 4km. Loving that it is so light. Minimal photos taken due to optimal talking. Walking with others is great. Happy days. Had lots of offers to walk with people which has made me very happy. Only wish I was more organised with my planning!
Body feeling good today (aside from the back). I was thinking how brain fog pretty much wrote March out for me. It was heavy going, useless and lasted far too long. Hugo really had to carry the family through that period. It does however mean that I feel really great when it has lifted finally and I can do and think so easily. This time lasted longer than usual (can also be 1 day). Life carries on and things also need to be done. That's when I rely heavily on my family to point out that I put my coffee in the fridge instead of taking the milk out. Never a dull day.
Day 3
The sunshine shone sporadically today. Last day of our holidays here in NL. A day full of activity but managed 1 hour 12 minutes walking with my youngest son, mainly discussing his birthday in 2 months time 😄. Was hoping to get more distance completed today as this coming week is full, but it was supposed to be a challenge so just going along with it. No need to panic yet. Still got some time left!
Walk fuelled by banana, raisins and a sneaky Oreo cookie. Legs did well. Have dropped a few things today (butter knife, hair pin etc) as body is clearly recovering but no pain so 🥳. Don't often share details like this as I don't want people assuming I will drop thier baby 😬 but let me say loud and clear, I take no chances. If I am not sure I am able to do something safely, I won't do that. I am the best judge of this 😄.
It feels important to share normal life things although very conflicting for me as in the past people have jumped to their own conclusions. My best advice is to listen to the person who has to deal with chronic diseases everyday. Ask and listen to their answer. Don't make your own judgement. Because everyday is different and some days are also great!
Day 2
Was going well until 8km then legs painful. Took an hour for pain to disappear once home. Diabetes more of an issue today with a couple of brief stops needed to snack and let sugar stables. All in a day's work. Every day. Please to have done this. Pleased the family didn't protest (too much). Was feeling disappointed that I wasn't going for 100km because it sounds better but now realising that fitting in 80km is going to be challenge enough. Told people today so now it's real.
Day 1
Day 1 of May50k. I walked 3.31km for 35 minutes. This is the circle route from home around Biljoen lake. It is so lush now and felt like a good way to start this challenge. I only decided to take part 5 minutes before this walk in another rash decision so going for a walk immediately seemed appropriate. Throw myself into it. My body has been more tired the last couple of months so setting a good pace for this walk was already a challenge but an enjoyable one. Things seem so much more achievable when outside is full of activity - lots of birds and people on bikes!
Body report: good to be moving with purpose. Recovery quick after a few minutes. Tingeling only for last km and disappeared within 15 minutes at home. Ate banana to keep blood sugar before setting off and apple en route.
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Anonymous
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Anonymous
Well done!
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Sarah
You're doing amazingly! 🙌
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Denise Browne
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Jenna Saleem
What a wonderful challenge. I am so proud of you as always xx
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Amy Cb
Go for that last push Sophie 👏
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Jack Tavernor
Well done Sophie, keep going!!
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John & Deborah Harp
A great cause. Thanks for your investment toward finding a cure ❤️
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Angela Joslin
Go girl! You are an inspiration! Xx
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Dorieke
You are so brave!
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Hayley Wood
Very inspiring Sophie, well done!
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Charlotte, Oli And Katherine Xx
Well done Soph - you are doing an incredible job xxx
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Anita Van Der Last
Zet hem op, nog een klein stukje
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Helma Vermue
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Fw
Well dine!
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Lonieke
🍀🍀🍀
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Ida Besten
Lieve Sophie, wens je liefde, hoop en kracht.
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Anonymous
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Maz, Ben, Jamie, Izzy And Lily X
Awesome challenge, you will absolutely smash it, keep up the good work!x
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Paulien Van Ekeren
Veel sterkte, topper!
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Oliver Allan
You are doing so well Sophie. Keep it going and make sure you enjoy all the sunshine, flowers, blue sky, birds singing, dogs jumping into rivers etc.
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Christine Patterson
Doing brilliantly Sophie, keep going!
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Anonymous
Well done! You should be proud of yourself, Sophie! 💪🏻
€26.50
Jessica
Yay! Go Sophie! So proud and impressed!
€26.50
Rochelle King
Way to go! You are doing amazing and I love seeing your updates. An inspiration! ❤️
€53
Amanda Ege
€5.30
Marieke Scholten-rosenboom
Heel goed van jou. Succes 🍀
€10.60
Anonymous
You rock!! 💪🏻
€26.50
Valentina
Looking forward to joining you in your walks ❤️
€26.50
Kelaine
Well done Sophie! Proud of you 💝
€26.50
Parels Vandaan
Go Sophie!!
€26.50
Francesca
You rock!!!
€26.50
Laura Jones
You are amazing!! Love you x
€21.20
Ir
Heel veel succes topper
€21.20
Bart Van Der Miessen
Go get em girl!
€10.60
Nine Pankras
€15.90
Alma
Fantastisch!! You rock!!
€5.30
Silvana H
Keep going Sophie!!! 💪 You are doing great
€15
Felix Kollewijn
I love you😘😘😘I hope you make it🤣🤣🤣
€26.50
Anonymous
€26.50
Renée
you can do this!!!
€26.50
Janneke Vreugdenhil
You can do this! Xx
€26.50
Albertine
€21.20
Maria Kooper
Love you Sophie! You can do it! ;)
€15.90
Anonymous
€16
Owen Kollewijn
I hope you get some sponsors for your money and good luck!!🍀🤞
€53
Hugo Kollewijn
Jij bent mijn held
