Inspirational stories
The stories of people who support Cancer Research UK are often courageous and inspirational. Here are just two examples of real-life experiences.
Richard Armour
Richard, a member of the Cancer Research UK Triathlon Team, has taken part in an incredible 15 triathlons since 2001 and has raised over £14,000 for research into cancer.
Having lost his father to the disease, he says that taking part in so many triathlons is a great way of getting through the grieving process.
"I decided on a crazy sport like triathlon and I'm so glad I did... I think of Dad often whilst I'm doing the race, but the support I get is wonderful... I just wish he could be here to support and cheer me on."
Go to Richard's website, www.for my dad.co.uk, to read more about his story or to sponsor him in his latest challenge.
Tracey Barraclough
Tracey took part in her first Great North Run in 2003 having taken part in three Race for Life events.
Tracey lost her mother, grandmother and great grandmother to ovarian cancer.
Thanks to research into the genetic risks of cancer, she discovered that she had an 85 per cent lifetime risk of developing breast or ovarian cancer. She then took the difficult decision to have a hysterectomy, have her ovaries removed and have a double mastectomy.
"I wanted to stop the chain that was going through my family... I wasn't going to just sit back and wait for the cancer to come."
"I loved taking part in the Great North Run. Raising money for Cancer Research UK was so important and seeing all the other Cancer Research UK runners in their turquoise shirts gave a great sense of camaraderie."
Get in touch
If you would like to share your charity run story with us, please contact us on 0870 162 1622.
Thank you to all our supporters who are willing to share their stories, help to promote Cancer Research UK and raise more money for our vital research.
