Corps Security Solutions Director, Salman Shamim, will take on the ultimate challenge of strength and agility when he participates in the UNESCO Saharan Ultra Challenge to raise money for Social Enterprise charity partner, Combat Stress.
The charity supports the mental wellbeing and the integration into civilian life of UK Armed Forces veterans.
On 13th and 14th October, Shamim will take on two marathon distances over two days through the Draa Valley. If that isn’t enough, Shamim has opted to take on the Ultra challenge, which will increase the distance of day two to a massive 50km. The challenge is formidable but benefits from stunning terrain that covers the sun-baked dunes and mountain scenery whilst offering the camaraderie and support from others taking on this Moroccan adventure.
I wanted a new challenge that will sufficiently push my limits and is worthy of me asking for everyone’s support.
Explaining his choice of challenge, Shamim says: “When it comes to choosing a challenge, I wanted a new challenge that will sufficiently push my limits and is worthy of me asking for everyone’s support. So, I went through the options…Marathon? Done them before. Two Marathons in two days? That sounds interesting. I have never done that before. Marathon followed by an Ultra Marathon on day two. In for a penny, in for a pound! I am worried about the heat – running at 30-35 degrees will be tough, but experiencing all the different cultures and environments up close – knowing I am supporting a great charity and our veteran community – will make it all worthwhile.”
Founded over a century ago, Combat Stress offers specialist treatment and support for veterans from every service and conflict, focusing on those with complex mental health issues (such as PTSD) related to their military service.
To support Shamim and the work undertaken by Combat Stress, donate at https://events.combatstress.org.uk/fundraisers/salmanshamim/saharan-challenge.
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