Runner's long weigh to go

A MAN who lost six stones in a year is running the Great North Run to raise funds for charity.

Martin Kay, 38, who lives in Corstorphine, will take part in the Newcastle to Gateshead half marathon in September in aid of the MS Trust.

His dad Ronnie, 68, has suffered from multiple sclerosis for around 40 years.

Mr Kay said: "I have now lost six stones and I'm feeling great. In January I ran the Great Winter Run 5K and in May I ran the Great Edinburgh Run 10K.

"I have now decided to take on the Great North Run. I hope to get down to 13st 4lbs for the event, which will be a total loss of seven stones."

To sponsor Mr Kay, who has already raised around 340, visit http://www.virginmoney giving.com/MartinKay