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Sept 2022
Harrogate gym to lift one million kilos in memory of Jamie Leese
Members of a Harrogate gym are to attempt to lift one million kilograms to raise money in memory of former client Jamie Leese.
Jamie died in May aged 30 following a long battle with a brain tumour. After his diagnosis at the age of 21, he trained regularly at Fitness Garage with personal trainer Guy Lister.
From midday on October 8, Fitness Garage personal trainers, clients, family and friends will take part in the Lift For Jamie challenge to raise money for Yorkshire’s Brain Tumour Charity.
They will work in pairs to lift their choice of weights — whether that is deadlifts, bench presses or squats.
The event is designed to be inclusive with no time limits or weight requirements for participants.
Andy Gardner, co-owner of Fitness Garage said:
The event aims to raise £2,500 for the local charity, which supported Jamie during his treatment.
Harrogate district estate agents Verity Frearson are supported the event through their 100 Days of Giving campaign, which supports local causes as part of its 100th anniversary celebrations.
You can donate here.
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- Harrogate district runners line up for Sunday's London Marathon
- Charity shop opens tomorrow on Harrogate's Oxford Street
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