Neil Rose

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. 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.

In 2023 I had an operation due to complications with my prostate. It was a wake up call and a reminder to have regular checks with my GP. I'll have turned 60 before I participate in this years DGR, and whilst I feel young at heart, I do know my body is ageing...as is my mind, and I want to make the most of life while I'm still able to, so I'm all in on living as long and as happy as I can.

We all have health issues, and I'm not immune to this. Mental health is equally important to your body, it's no different to physical health, they are all intertwined. Maintaining a heathy mind is so important and I too struggle on some days, I can't help it, it's just there, but I'm aware of it and try to work hard at keeping the struggles away.

So, before I press my tweed and polish my boots, I'm asking you to join me in raising funds and 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. Will you support & ride with me in 2025?