A CYCLING enthusiast is on track to pedal 600km this month in aid of Breast Cancer Now. . . just a year after breaking his leg in a motorcycle accident.

Connor Mathieson, 27, of Moffat Road, Ormiston, came across the Breast Cancer Now 300km Cycling Challenge on Facebook – to cycle that total distance throughout July – and was inspired “to play my part and raise money”.

But such has been his commitment to the challenge, he reached the 300km mark halfway through the month and is now aiming to double the distance!

And all just a year after fracturing his lower leg in a horrifying motorbike accident.

The labourer has since undergone three operations to fix the damage caused – his last operation took place in December to remove all the metalwork from his leg.

Connor has been cycling to work and all over East Lothian to rack up the miles – and the kilometres.

He said: “Through making a commitment to the charity and starting a fundraising page on Facebook where I quickly raised the £150 target I set myself, I moved on to a higher target of £300.

“I have so far raised £400 and hope to raise a lot more as it is for a brilliant charity.

“By doing all this, I have forced myself to get out and keep fit, so it is a win-win situation, I have loved every minute of the cycling.”

Breast Cancer Now is a UK charity providing research and life-changing care for people affected by breast cancer.

Connor said: “I quite liked the idea of a challenge and if I can raise any money at all that is brilliant, so I thought I would give it a go.

“I have been tracking all my cycles on [the fitness app] Strava. I’ve now hit the 300km target and now plan to get to 600km by the end of July, though my legs are feeling it now!

“This challenge is about getting as many people as possible active and involved in raising awareness and funds for breast cancer research and care.

“I hope to raise as much money as possible, every little helps.”

A spokesperson for Breast Cancer Now said: “Thank you Connor for being a fundraising superstar and taking part by cycling 300km in support of Breast Cancer Now and congratulations on smashing your target already.

“With every kilometre cycled and every pound you raise, you are helping us to be there for people when they need us most.

“So thank you once again for thinking of Breast Cancer Now – your support means the world to us and we simply could not do this vital work without you.”

To donate to Connor’s fundraising campaign, visit bit.ly/3ikfmgW