Air Ambulances UK

My Ironman Journey for Air Ambulances UK – Join Me

Anil Sojitra

Anil Sojitra

My Story

Why I’m doing this

At the Travel Chapter Spirit Day, we heard a powerful and moving story from Air Ambulances UK about a cyclist whose life was saved because critical care reached him when every second mattered. It was a stark reminder that accidents can happen to any of us, at any time.

As I train for a Full Distance Triathlon (Ironman distances - 3.8km Swim, 180km Bike, 42.2km Run), spending long hours out on the roads, that story really hit home. It made me realise just how vital the Air Ambulances service is - and how easily any one of us, or someone we love, could depend on it.

So, I thought about doing something to help.

I am raising awareness and funds to support Air Ambulances UK and the incredible, life-saving work they do every single day.

Every mile covered and every donation made helps keep this vital service flying.

Let’s make every mile count.

The aim is to raise £999 over 10 weeks - every mile, every session, and every contribution helps support the life-saving work of Air Ambulances UK.  This is about consistent effort, coming together as a community, and making a real difference - one session at a time.  I've already been training for 20 weeks and to keep me company over the final 10 weeks of my training, I’m inviting friends, family, and colleagues to join me - whether virtually or in person - for training swims, bike rides, and runs as I build up to race day on 26th July 2026.
 

How to get involved

  • Each week, I’ll share my training schedule on WorkVivo, the Travel Chapter Strava Clubs (swimming, cycling, running) and the SO STKD Strava Club.
  • You can join any session - either at the same time as me, in person (DM me on Strava or Teams to find out where!), or at a time that suits you.
  • Join me for the entire workout or as much of the session as you can manage Handshake
  • After completing a session, post a screenshot of your activity to WorkVivo, the relevant Travel Chapter Strava Club or the SO STKD Strava Club.
  • Tag your activity with the session name e.g. AAUK-Wk21Swim
  • Use hashtags #MilesForMissions #SwimBikeRun #TCSpiritDay #TCSportsClub

Extra motivation

Don't worry - Treadmills, Turbo Trainers, Indoor Bikes, Mountain/Gravel/Penny Farthing Bikes, Open Water or Pool Swimming - they all count!

The person who completes the most sessions over the 10 weeks will win a prize (Amazon voucher) recognising your incredible commitment and effort.

 

If this story resonates with you, I’d love for you to get involved - whether that’s joining a session, cheering me on, or donating what you can.
 
Really thankful for your support,
Anil
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Funded

  • Target
    £999
  • Raised so far
    £217
  • Number of donors
    13

My Story

Why I’m doing this

At the Travel Chapter Spirit Day, we heard a powerful and moving story from Air Ambulances UK about a cyclist whose life was saved because critical care reached him when every second mattered. It was a stark reminder that accidents can happen to any of us, at any time.

As I train for a Full Distance Triathlon (Ironman distances - 3.8km Swim, 180km Bike, 42.2km Run), spending long hours out on the roads, that story really hit home. It made me realise just how vital the Air Ambulances service is - and how easily any one of us, or someone we love, could depend on it.

So, I thought about doing something to help.

I am raising awareness and funds to support Air Ambulances UK and the incredible, life-saving work they do every single day.

Every mile covered and every donation made helps keep this vital service flying.

Let’s make every mile count.

The aim is to raise £999 over 10 weeks - every mile, every session, and every contribution helps support the life-saving work of Air Ambulances UK.  This is about consistent effort, coming together as a community, and making a real difference - one session at a time.  I've already been training for 20 weeks and to keep me company over the final 10 weeks of my training, I’m inviting friends, family, and colleagues to join me - whether virtually or in person - for training swims, bike rides, and runs as I build up to race day on 26th July 2026.
 

How to get involved

  • Each week, I’ll share my training schedule on WorkVivo, the Travel Chapter Strava Clubs (swimming, cycling, running) and the SO STKD Strava Club.
  • You can join any session - either at the same time as me, in person (DM me on Strava or Teams to find out where!), or at a time that suits you.
  • Join me for the entire workout or as much of the session as you can manage Handshake
  • After completing a session, post a screenshot of your activity to WorkVivo, the relevant Travel Chapter Strava Club or the SO STKD Strava Club.
  • Tag your activity with the session name e.g. AAUK-Wk21Swim
  • Use hashtags #MilesForMissions #SwimBikeRun #TCSpiritDay #TCSportsClub

Extra motivation

Don't worry - Treadmills, Turbo Trainers, Indoor Bikes, Mountain/Gravel/Penny Farthing Bikes, Open Water or Pool Swimming - they all count!

The person who completes the most sessions over the 10 weeks will win a prize (Amazon voucher) recognising your incredible commitment and effort.

 

If this story resonates with you, I’d love for you to get involved - whether that’s joining a session, cheering me on, or donating what you can.
 
Really thankful for your support,
Anil

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