Hello beautiful readers, I hope you’re all well!
Can you believe it’s May already? Where has the year gone?!
As some of you might be aware for a few years now I have been suffering with ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome). My health is a lot better now and my days with ME/CFS feel like more of a distant memory, however May 12th is International awareness day. As we are approaching awareness day pretty quickly, I want to put it out there that I will be dedicating a huge goal of mine to raising awareness and fundraising for ME/CFS.
Back in 2012 I participated in City2Surf for the first time ever, l had a fantastic time and was eager to participate in the following years event. Unfortunately that year I became unwell with ME/CFS and haven’t been able to enter since.
Well friends, I’m extremely excited to announce that this year is the year, that I will be taking on this goal! Exciting isn’t it! It’s been worth the wait! I have always vowed to myself that, when the day arrived I would dedicate/ fundraise my race to the Emerge charity to help fundraise for ME/CFS.
If you’re not familiar with City2Surf, let me tell you a little about it. It is a 14 km race from the Sydney CBD out to the famous Bondi beach. The event is held in August and usually attracts more than around 80,000 people, making it one the largest runs of its kind in the world. It is a fun but challenging event that is suitable for most people with a bit of a fitness level, whether you are entering for the competitive race or just for fun, dressing up is always optional. You can find all types of entertainment along the race, it truly is a fun morning out.
I am super thrilled to be entering this year, this has been something I have had my heart set on doing for a few years now. I have built up my strength day by day from being bed ridden to where I am today.
I have meet many wonderful people online, world wide who suffer with this illness. They have all helped make what was a very difficult journey a much happier and brighter one. This one’s for you team!!!
I have started an everyday hero page through the City2Surf website, this page is where you can join me on my journey. You can view my training that I will load up a couple of times a week, with my number one trainer Snowy. I will also keep you posted on my Instagram, but for my everyday hero page click here. I would love for you all to pop over to my page, share it, donate or just say hi, Snowy and I would love the encouragement!
Much love
Lennae xxx
Lennae's World 
Wow this is so exciting Lennae and I can’t wait to see you complete this. Absolutely rooting for you. Go girl! xx
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Well done Lennae! This is awesome! I look forward to seeing your progress! x
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I went to school with a girl who had CFS, so I know how tough it is. Good on you for raising awareness! Good luck in the City2Surf! You should be so proud.
Christe’s Take on Life. xx
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Kudos for taking the time and making the effort to help yourself against your health problems! I admire you!
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This is so awesome! I am sure you will be great. I’ll go check out the page!
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This is awesome and inspiring. Thank you for sharing this post.
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Glad to know you are doing better now. And wishing you all the very best for your health in the time to come..!
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Well done girl! You are such an inspiration for all of us! Keep up the good work!
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I’m so glad you’re feeling well enough to run this year! Sounds like it’ll be a blast.
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This is incredible! Glad that you’re taking an initiative to raise awareness about ME/CFS! I’m sure you’ll do great in your race!
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Thanks so much for posting this! I have a 5 year old nephew with cystic fibrosis and it’s great for young people with all types of challenges to see posts like yours and know that they can have a great future too. Looking forward to seeing your progress!
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i have not heard of CFS. Good luck with your race and do the best you can!
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This is so exciting!!! The time and commitment you put to not only be ready but to also be fit and healthy!!!
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Your fur baby is so adorable… Best wishes with the race. The City2Surf sounds like a great walk to participate in.
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I’m glad you’re feeling better. Good luck with your walk
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This is a HUGE accomplishment Lennae! It just shows just how far you’ve come. I know training for this will be hard but keep persevering – so many people are cheering you on and running in spirit with you!
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This is so awesome. And that you get to do something for a cause you believe in is great. I remember when I used to do the walks for the American Cancer Society and helped raise funds every year. I had a good time but it was done for a cause I really believed in.
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Glad to know you are doing well, haven’t heard of CFS will check it out and best wishes for your walk 😀
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Your such an inspiration. Good to know you are well, keep it up and I wish all the best and keep us posted. Will look forward on your journey. Cheers!
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How is this week’s training going? Is Snowy enjoying it? x
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Great job done thank you for sharing this part of your life with everyone.
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Glad to hear you are doing better. I’ll be following your journey and heading over to the page.
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