Muscle News
![GRIM 08 becomes GRIM 48 as MHF smashes record for largest ever charity team – Muscle Warriors help raise thousands for children suffering with muscular dystrophy [December 2008]](/cmsimages/article_image/media/grim2_thumb.jpg)
GRIM 08 becomes GRIM 48 as MHF smashes record for largest ever charity team – Muscle Warriors help raise thousands for children suffering with muscular dystrophy [December 2008] |
Charity invites companies to buy their Christmas cards online in support of Muscle Dreams – New charity partner 4C For Charity is announced by MHF [November 2008] |
Lorraine Kelly becomes first Patron of Muscular Help Foundation – TV star helps raise £12,000 at London Fundraiser for children with muscular dystrophy [October 2008] |
Snapfish UK supports Muscle Dreams with Signature Photo-Books – online photo service enables personal memories to be cherished forever [Sept 2008] |
MHF Aims to Recruit Biggest Team Ever in GRIM Event History – committed Muscle Warriors sought for fun 8 mile off-road adventure [August 2008] |
Freddie Meets Clarkson & May in BBC Top Gear ‘Muscle Dream’ – motoring heaven surprise for 15 year old petrol head with muscular dystrophy [July 2008] |
‘Norfolk & Chance’ Surpass Super Hero Status in Adventure Quadrathlon – magnificent duo compete in coastal challenge raising funds for Muscle Dreams [July 2008] |
Hertfordshire Polar Personality Inspires Year 9 Richard Hale School Pupils at Hertford Corn Exchange – enrichment week initiative resounding success [June 2008] |
Three Muscle Dreams Delivered at Sixways Courtesy of Worcester Warriors & Kukri Sports - DMD rugby fans enjoy VIP day at European Challenge Cup Clash [May 2008] |
3B Scientific UK Sponsors Educational Teaching Aids for School Talks – Muscle Dreams focus provides learning platform to school enrichment initiatives [April 2008] |
![MHF Funds Places for 2008 Easter Phab Week at Merchant Taylors' School – enriching experience bringing disabled and able-bodied young people together [March 2008]](/cmsimages/article_image/media/taylors_thumb.jpg)
MHF Funds Places for 2008 Easter Phab Week at Merchant Taylors’ School – enriching experience bringing disabled and able-bodied young people together [March 2008] |
![Molly Picture Moves McGrath at Perspectives on Muscle Disease Exhibition – Michael is moved by mother's poignant photograph [February 2008]](/cmsimages/article_image/media/molly_thumb.jpg)
Molly Picture Moves McGrath at Perspectives on Muscle Disease Exhibition – Michael is moved by mother’s poignant photograph [February 2008] |
Hertfordshire DfES Sports College Cavendish School Invites Disabled Explorer as Guest of Honour – Inspirational speech and awards given by Charity CEO [January 2008] |
Highgate and Hampstead Ironmen Boys Strip for Muscle Charity – 2008 calendar captures North London media attention [January 2008] |
Stirling Moss Appearance is Highlight of MHF's Successful London Fundraiser - surprise guest of honour adds memorable touch [November 2007] |
Royal Automobile Club Generously Hosts MHF's First Ever London Charity Fundraiser – Invited guests encouraged to flex financial muscle at auction [October 2007]
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McGrath supports MDC at House of Lords reception – influencing those in positions of power is a responsibility we must all undertake [July 2007]
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McGrath touches hearts and minds at Special Needs School in Cheshire – an inspiring, up-lifting and informative talk engages pupils and teachers at Hebden Green [July 2007]
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Inspired McGrath meets stars of 'Darius Goes West' |
Ironman Triathlon Team Races towards £10,000 Charity Fundraising Target – Three triathletes flex muscles for Hertfordshire-based MHF [June 2007]
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McGrath's 24 Hour Dubai Accessibility Endurance Challenge – Media to make charity donations in return for findings [May 2007]
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“be" Spotlights Inspirational McGrath in “Ice Man Cometh" Travel Feature – AXA PPP healthcare's Spring 2007 membership magazine published [May 2007] |
McGrath Supports MDC's 2007 Nationwide Art-Based Educational Project – Exciting Young Pavement Artists Competition Kicks-Off [April 2007] |
Balder F290 Enables Man & Machine to Reach Beyond – Trusting relationship with power chair gives freedom, mobility and independence to McGrath [April 2007] |
BBC2's 'READY STEADY COOK' TV Show Helps Fulfil Three Muscle Dreams – DMD boys meet Ainsley, Leslie and Paul on the set [Feb 2007]
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Special New Year Message from Mr Mole – Muscular Help Foundation thanks Mr Mole and Modus Creative for their generous donation [Jan 2007]
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McGrath speaks at Master Innholders 14th Annual Hotel GM's Conference – “Doing it Differently" in London at The Dorchester Hotel [Jan 2007]
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McGrath meets Commissioner Vladimír Spidla in Brussels – Eurostar to European Commission and back in 12 hours [Jan 2007] |
Inaugural Online Auction Raises Over £5000 – One or more Muscle Dreams can now be planned and delivered says charities delighted Chief Executive [Dec 2006] |
Intrepid Polar Adventurers McGrath & Cope – see launch of NorthStar Database at Science Museum's Dana Centre in London [Oct, 2006] |
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GMTV Lorraine Kelly Sells Herself – inaugural online MHF charity auction aims to raise £10,000 for Muscle Dreams [Oct 2006] |
Making the Impossible Possible – Feature article in ANLP Rapport Magazine reveals how McGrath achieved polar goal with life coach intervention [Sept 2006] |
Scottish Youngsters Inspired to Live Their Dreams – Scottish TV reporter Karen Greenshields interviews 8yr old Ben Brawley and McGrath [Sept 2006] |
McGrath Inspires Young Scots – Inspirational adventurer addresses Glasgow schools & clinicians at Seventh Scottish Muscle Network Conference [Sept 2006] |
In conversation with MICHAEL McGRATH |
Pupils Flight of a Lifetime Receives Universal "Muscle Salute" - A 7 year old pupil enjoyed a helicopter flight to school [July 2006] |
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road2ironman MHF Team Challenge Goes Live – MHF Trustee Justin Roberts sets road2ironman vision in motion [June 2006] |
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Lorraine Kelly of GMTV meets McGrath – An incredibly inspiring speaker who squeezes every last drop out of every day [May 2006]
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Ireland's Media Broadcaster Hosts 30 Minutes Radio Programme On RTE1 - Outside The Box show features McGrath in exclusive interview with presenter Olan McGowan [February 2006]
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Royal Geographical Society Celebrates Inclusive Expeditions - Inspiring next generation of disabled explorers whilst recognising value of knowledge-sharing [January 2006]
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Muscular Dystrophy Ireland National Conference Dublin - McGrath gives message of hope and courage [November 2005] |
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A TRIBUTE TO THE LATE PETER VAUGHAN LUNKEN - Muscle Help Foundation recognises valuable contribution and creative input [April 2004]
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CEO BULLWORKER EUROPE - Confirms support using financial muscle in support of Foundation through cause-related initiative [May 2004]
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AUDIO NEWS UPDATE - Michael McGrath delivers summary message on behalf of pole2pole [February 2004]
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AUDIO REPORT TEXT - Delivered by Michael McGrath on behalf of the pole2pole team from the South Pole [14th January 2004]
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MICHAEL PALIN - Perhaps you could look for my white handkerchief [December 2004]
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MUSCLE HELP CHOSEN AS BENEFICIARY CHARITY AT PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS DINNER - Executive Director McGrath receives impromptu standing ovation after his keynote address at 2005 Business Traveller Middle East Awards in Dubai [May 2005]
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION - Mrs. Anna Diamantopoulou Commissioner for Employment and Social Affairs confirms her patronage of pole2pole [December 2003]
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VERHAGENS VICTORY IN 2005 FLORA LONDON MARATHON - DHL marathon man successfully flexes his muscles in 4:43:40 raising a magnificent £2000 for MHF [April 2005]
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McGRATH SHARES SUPERBRANDS CHALLENGE AT THE IVY - Wanted ... Professional individuals willing to endure hardship in freezing conditions; no experience necessary [February 2005]
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TERRY GILLEN - Consultant Trainer & author links spirit, inspiration and attitude to workplace performance [November 2003]
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TRACY EDWARDS MBE - Whitbread Round the World Yachtswoman lends her support to pole2pole [November 2003]
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MICHELOB ULTRA LONDON TRIATHLON - Mike Adams becomes first ever participant to compete on behalf of Foundation [June 2004]
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DHL MARATHON MAN FLEXES MUSCLES FOR MHF - Jacob Verhagen joins largest field ever assembled for 2005 Flora London Marathon [February 2005]
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ALEXANDRA SHACKLETON - Grand-daughter of Ernest Shackleton confirms her Patronage of pole2pole [October 2003]
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DISABLED POLAR EXPLORER HONOURED BY THE QUEEN - McGrath invited to reception at Buckingham Palace [December 2004]
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MINISTER FOR DISABLED PEOPLE - a fitting tribute to the European Year of Disabled People [September 2003] |
OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY BACCHUS BALL - high profile fundraising event for The Muscular Help Foundation [May 2004]
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THE BRAND COUNCIL - pole2pole offers exceptional brand benefits [September 2003]
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OFFICIAL BACKING FROM EUROPEAN COMMISSION - MEP appeals to companies across Europe to financially support disabled British polar explorer [September 2003]
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SIR RICHARD BRANSON - Britain's best-known entrepreneur provides personal note of endorsement [September 2003]
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CEO OF ENGLISH FEDERATION OF DISABILITY SPORT - McGrath is an inspirational speaker, a father, a motivator, a leader [September 2003]
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CELEBRITY CHEF STEVEN SAUNDERS - Organic Champion offers team nutritional guidance [September 2003]
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SIR CHRIS BONINGTON CBE - wholeheartedly supports Michael's "Everest" in aid of the Muscle Help Foundation [August 2003]
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JON SNOW - CHANNEL 4 PRESENTER & OXFORD BROOKES CHANCELLOR - supports superlative challenge [August 2003]
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Britain's Best Known Paralympic Athlete - Tanni Grey Thompson OBE supports Muscle Help Foundation [August 2003]
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SARAH FERGUSON [DUCHESS OF YORK] - confirms invitation to be a Patron and provides personal endorsement [July 2003] |
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LORRAINE KELLY - GMTV/LK Television Presenter supports inspirational message in providing hope to those individuals with Muscular Dystrophy and other related conditions [July 2003]
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FOUNDATION HOSTS EXCLUSIVE FIRST GOLF EVENT - Batchwood Golf Club, St. Albans, Wednesday 17 September 2003 [July 2003]
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CAPITAL RESOURCE CONSULTING PARTNER WITH THE MUSCLE HELP FOUNDATION - support the goals and career aspirations of people with disabilities [July 2003]
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CHARITY OF THE YEAR - Lawton of Planet Gold selects pole2pole and The Muscular Help Foundation as their Charity of the Year [June 2003]
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KENNETH BRANAGH - internationally acclaimed actor and Director - Emmy Nominee for role as Ernest Shackleton, wishes pole2pole god speed [May 2003]
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BECOME AN AMBASSADOR - join our worldwide petition. Pledge your support to the right to 'life' [April 2003]
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FANTASTIC MARATHON RUNNERS [2003] |
KATE HUMBLE - TV Presenter joins pole2pole Expedition Team to South Pole [March 2003]
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MUSCLE HELP FOUNDATION - provides opportunity for Diversity & Inclusion to impact your organisation's bottom line [March 2003]
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