I made a promise to Josh and myself, that I wouldn’t take my physical health for granted and try to become the fittest version of myself possible. Since we lost Josh, I have not delivered on this promise. I’ve started smoking (vaping) again, my diet has been awful and I’ve struggled to find the motivation to exercise. I have been feeling stuck! 

So, to give me the kick up the arse I’ve needed, I’ve decided to sign up for the Manchester Marathon in 14 weeks time. Running a marathon has always been on my bucket list which initially made me hesitant as to whether I should use it to raise money for charity. That being said, if I am able to do so and raise awareness of Fibromyalgia at the same time it seems foolish not to.

At present there is very little research being carried out in the UK and sufferers are told there is no cure. I hope that will be a statement of the past.

It’s not just the deabilitating physical symptoms (some listed below) that people have to deal with but the loss of the life you once knew.

I hope I can raise some money to help Fibromyalgia Action UK to achieve their mission.

Thank you x

Fibromyalgia is a recognised chronic condition of widespread pain and profound fatigue. A common illness with an est. prevalence of 2.9% - 4.7%. The pain tends to be felt as diffuse aching or burning, often described as head to toe. It may be worse at some times than at others and may also change location, usually becoming more severe in parts of the body that are used most. Add. symptoms often include: unrefreshing sleep, headaches, irritable bowel, cognitive disturbances, clumsiness, dizziness, allergies, sensitivity to environmental changes.