There are two types of this disease - type 1 and type 2. I have firsthand experience of seeing what day to day life is like for those who suffer from Type 1 diabetes and it's hugely disruptive. Type 1 diabetes is the type where the pancreas doesn't produce any insulin and at present there is no cure available which means a sufferer has to either 1) self inject insulin multiple times during the day or 2) carry around a pump at all times in order to keep on going, alongside other complications. Researchers don't know what the cause of type 1 is, but it's thought to be as a result of a viral infection or genetic.

I'd love to play a very small part in working towards a cure for diabetes and would really appreciate any donations to keep my little legs motivated to get through those 13.1 miles in my hometown.