I'm proud to be joining #TeamARUK at the Midlands 15k Tough Mudder 2026.

Watching someone you love suffer from dementia is like losing them over and over. My family has had the misfortune of losing both of my dad’s parents to dementia, aptly referred to as the “long goodbye.”

The experience of having a grandparent forget who you are is not something I would wish upon anybody. However in reality, 1 in 3 of us will get some form of dementia in our lifetime.

Despite this, research into Alzheimer’s - the leading cause of dementia - is massively underfunded. There’s currently no cure, only medications to treat symptoms. ARUK are working to change this.

I’ve always been very into fitness and took up running after starting vet school. Because I’m clearly a bit insane and love a challenge, I’ve traded a normal road race for 15k of trail running, 20 obstacles and knee-deep mud.

Any amount of support towards my fundraising target would be greatly appreciated.

For Granny and Grandad 🧡