Here is why I am taking part in this year's Strength-tember .

I have had AS since the age of 17, it took a few years to diagnose. So, at the age of 20 I finally got a diagnosis..it was a rollercoaster of emotions. Without NASS being around back then I wouldn't have a clue about what it was and the things I needed to take care of myself. They provide local groups that support movement and much needed hydrotherapy pool exercise. Learning to work movement around AS has taken some soul searching but now, with social media and other networking, makingnthendaily adaptationsnis so much easier.

Therefore I wish to raise some funds but also use this as a catalyst to improve my current symptoms.