Hello and thanks for visiting my JustGiving page!

As some of you know, I've always loved sport. I started horse riding at 8 and have continued to do so. I began running when I was at University and since then I've developed a passion for running. I ran my first 'official race' in Dec 2011: a 10km race through downtown Porto. Now I'm working towards my next challenge - this 21km (13mi) race. Recently I've been really inspired by Robin Harvie's book 'Why We Run', which provides a runner with incredible motivation. He underlines to me the fact that everything is possible and... "it's all in the mind".  

Why am I running the Royal Parks Half Marathon for Alzheimer UK?

10 years ago, my Grandmother Ulla was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, and since then my Grandfather and our family have continuosly worked to give her the best quality of life possible. I love my family and we're all very close. It's a soul destroying disease, which leaves loved ones feeling quite helpless and unfortunately doesn't yet have a cure, and not enough is known about it.  

My Grandma Ulla is the most caring and sweet person I've met with a very big heart, and was very lively, fun and was always beautifully dressed! And at this late stage of Alzheimer's, I miss her loving personality, energy and conversations more than ever. 

I know from experience that it requires the right information and support to care for an Alzheimeir's patient and their families. Alzheimer's UK seem to be doing a terrific job in supporting both - that's why I was thrilled to be part of their official team for this half marathon. I'd really like to see more developments in treatments and reasearch coming to the public on Alzhemeir's, so we can keep learning in the hope of one day curing it.

 

THANK YOU! :)