Fundraiser off to Big Apple (From Wilts and Gloucestershire Standard)

Fundraiser off to Big Apple

FUNDRAISER Catherine Ind will be hoping she hasn't bitten off more than she can chew when she jets off to the Big Apple in November.

The 39-year-old, who lives in Chesterton, Cirencester is taking part in the New York Marathon.

And she is already adhering to a strict training regime as she looks to raise at least £2,000 for the Meningitis Trust, which is based in Stroud.

Catherine said: "I do a 20-mile run every weekend and then in the week I'll do probably three or four sessions of about an hour.

"I'm not a runner by trade as it were but I have a programme which tells me what I should do each week. I have done the London Marathon before and the atmosphere is fantastic - it carries you along.

"It's a long way and hard work but the feeling at the end is just fantastic." The Meningitis Trust is a charity close to Catherine's heart as her young nephew Benedict suffered from Meningitis when he was three.

A close friend also overcame the disease a couple of years ago.

Catherine added: "It was serious at the time and my nephew was very lucky that he survived.

"I choose the trust because I have had personal experience with the disease."

Anyone who would like to sponsor Catherine or find out more about the Meningitis Trust should call 07974 102703 or visit www.meningitis-trust.org