Michael Holden

I'm Riding for Men's Health in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride

On Sunday the 18th of May 2025, I'm riding in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride with fellow men and women across the globe to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men's mental health on behalf of Movember.

I had my own battle in January 2024 with a simple choice, major heart surgery or face an uncertain future of perhaps a few weeks remaining following a heart attack, I opted for the former and since my quadruple bypass have dedicated part of my life to fundraising and volunteering, I'm a blood biker (this is completely voluntary) for the NHS and raised over £3,000 for UHNM last September by walking and cycling the 127 mile Leeds Liverpool Canal. 

I post blogs on linkedin about my time volunteering:

Men die on average 6 years earlier than women and for largely preventable reasons. The number of men that are suffering is growing, and we need to do something about that. I'm awareness for these causes by donating what you can for this meaningful cause and to help the men we love, live happier and healthier lives.