I guess most of you will know by now, but for those that don't, my son, Ewan, was born with the genetic condition, Cystic Fibrosis. After spending some time getting used to not only being parents, but parents with a child of higher needs, we started Team Ewan. So for the last five years Team Ewan has done everything we can to raise money for the Cyclic Fibrosis Trust and raise awareness of the condition.

It gets hard, asking people for money all the time. So every year I have looked to do something a bit harder. My main event is the Great North Swim and I am racing again this year, but, for the first time, and against my better judgment, I will also be doing the Great North Run! I am far from being a runner, I have one knackered knee and the other isn't much better. I'll get round, but whatever you can give to help me around will be very much appreciated.

Some info from the CF Trust below;

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition which causes sticky mucus to build up in the lungs and digestive system. It affects more than 10,800 people in the UK. One in 25 of us carries the faulty gene that causes it, usually without knowing.

Cystic fibrosis comes with challenges, affecting our physical health, mental wellbeing and how we choose to live our lives. But our community is uniting towards the ultimate goal of effective treatment for all.

Cystic Fibrosis Trust is the charity uniting people to stop cystic fibrosis.