Paleo Ridge Take on the 'Three Peaks Challenge' for Charity

Pushing myself out of my comfort zone is so important for me to grow as a person. This challenge sits firmly outside of my comfort zone. At present my fitness is at an all-time low but I have a vigorous training routine in place to get back in shape. 

This challenge is something for me to work towards and raise awareness and funds for such an awesome cause! I know we will pull each other through it but having climbed Snowdon and other peaks before, I know how challenging just one in a day can be!!

I’m very happy to be supporting Many Tears Rescue in taking on the Three peaks challenge. It’s something we all agreed would be a serious task to complete and are aiming to raise as much as possible for the great work that Many Tears Rescue do. When we’re very tired and sore halfway up one of the mountains, thinking about the dogs at the rescue will no doubt help us to push through and complete the challenge!

Many Tears are very grateful to our friends at Paleo Ridge for taking on the Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for the Rescue. Any money raised will help us cover the cost of medical treatment for those dogs who arrive here sick or injured, along with the general running costs of the rescue which are vast. 

It is only through such kindness we are able to continue, and we wish Tyler, Will, Chris and Dainius the best of luck taking on such a huge challenge!

This is something that needs great mental and physical effort in order to be done successfully and therefore, tests my ability. There is something beautiful about encountering obstacles and finding ways to overcome them. It provides a deeper concentration and a greater sense of calmness and happiness. I'm feeling really excited, everyone is buzzing for the challenge. 

I have wanted to do the three peaks for a long time, lots of my good friends have completed the challenge in under 24 hours albeit several decades ago, and I have wanted to do it ever since. One of my very close friends, Rich Walklate was a big fan of challenges like this one and used to run “Iron Man” events all round the world, a race is held in his honour each year called “Roly’s Run”. Rich would have found it hilarious that I’m attempting this challenge, especially given my extremely poor levels of fitness.

I’m very passionate about giving dogs the best possible lives and I’m proud that Paleo Ridge change the lives of many dogs, including those at Many Tears Animal Rescue who receive regular donations from us. To raise money for the important work they are doing is a real honour.

I’m not the fittest but I like to think that I have the mental toughness to get through. I’m relishing the opportunity to push myself and enjoy the experience. The part I am least looking forward is the long drives!