AN ANDOVER resident is putting his strength to the test for a good cause.

Bobby Mackie, 53, has embarked on a month-long challenge to raise money for Cancer Research UK.

Throughout April, Bobby is doing 100 push-ups every day, aiming for a total of 3,000 by month's end.

This is his first fundraising endeavour, and it holds a deeply personal significance for him.

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Both his parents died of bowel cancer. His two grans had cancer and his uncle also died a couple of years ago due to cancer.

"It's very deep-running in my family," Bobby said. "It's very emotional. And even when I get to the last 10 reps I have to do, they go through my mind."

Despite the physical challenge, Bobby finds strength in his purpose.

"It's a challenge for me. I can feel it on my shoulders and back. But I know I'm doing it for a very good reason," he said.

Bobby said he completes his challenge in four batches first thing in the morning.

“I do it in sets of 25 at a time and I do it first thing because I want it out of the way,” he added.

Bobby initially set a fundraising target of £500 and has already garnered significant support, reaching more than £450 so far.

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The IT project manager, who has been living in Andover for 24 years now, said he mainly does exercising to de-stress and get his mind off work.

He loves going for walks and undertaking hikes when he goes back to his home in Scotland.

Bobby is also posting pictures and videos of his challenge via his X account.

To donate and support his efforts, visit: fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/bobbys-giving-page-75