Polly’s last outing was the Helvellyn Triathlon held on 2nd September 2012; her prize, twelve stiches in her right knee having fallen heavily in the last 2 miles, of the final event, a run up and down Helvellyn, at 3,117 ft above sea level, it is the third highest peak in both the Lake District and England.

Needing to rest, Polly’s next run was a 20 mile outing at the 14th Annual Hope Moors & Tors Challenge. A 20 mile challenging run in the Peak Park, starting & finishing at Hope Sports Club, Hope, North Derbyshire. The classic 20 mile route visits Mam Tor, Kinder Scout and Lose Hill, with climbs totalling 3691 ft. A tough assignment.

Polly was very competitive from the gun and won the ladies race, beating all but fourteen of the men in a field of over one hundred and fifty seasoned runners. Polly’s enforced layoff was a blessing, and she has come back even stronger.

The triathlon season has finished now, and will resume again in the New Year. Polly is eying the new season with relish. On Sunday 8th July 2012, at her first attempt; Polly earned the 3rd spot on the podium, at the British Triathlon Championships held in Milton Keynes. Determination to prepare is a key quality trait in Polly, she has got what it takes, and is preparing well for new challanges.

Derbyshire Sports Massage holds regular treatment sessions at Darwin Forest Country Park, with proceeds going towards a quality carbon racing bike for Polly. To book an appointment please telephone Darwin on 01629 736 222 and visit www.matlock-one.co.uk to follow Polly’s progress.