Keeping fit....

So, with everything comes the need to train.

Back on dry land and itching to get back out to sea and join the rest of the Qingdao crew, all I can do to contain my energy is keep up my training while in the UK.

Having noticed a huge difference in my level of fitness, my body and my muscles after landing in St Katherine's Docks I am keen to make sure I return to the boat as fit and healthy as possible.  (Even the wine has taken a side seat!)

I'm trying my best to cycle, visit the gym and hit the weights....plus I've got proof!  Enjoy!

Gx

Race 2: France to Rio de Jeniro...done!

With race Two complete and Qing Dao coming in a fantastic fourth place, and only 19 seconds between first and second!! Apparently everyone has been enjoying a celebratory BBQ, with chef Lawrence Lingard (on board my boat) having a cook off with a Brazilian chef! 

I thought it was time to share some images with you.  These are direct from Clipper so thanks guys and head over to their site to see some more.

Go teams go!  Well done to everyone.  It's a hard sail out there.

Why my charities?

Hmmm... Why I chose Dogs Trust?

1. I love doggies
2. They do great work with young people
3. Doggies are often the innocent party and suffer great abuse
4. They never put a healthy dog down
5. I am a long time supporter, my Spaniel Cherry was from fostered from them
6. They are progressive, working in Europe with strays etc currently they are offering free 'chipping' to help owners that will not be able to afford the new regulations. It all has to be paid for!
7. I thought about other 'good causes' but in the end I really love dogs and think so many suffer unnecessarily and I just want to help

And I love the beanie hat with the ears!!!