I'm Jono, and in 2018 I was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy. This is a life-long muscle wasting condition, in my case caused by my body's genetic inability to create the protein dysferlin. Dysferlinopathy, or limb girdle 2B, has caused my calf, hip, and shoulder muscles to weaken over time, and I now use a wheelchair to get around the majority of the time.

I've never had a great time doing sport or exercise, until 2021 when I started wheelchair basketball; since then, I've also tried wheelchair rugby, boccia, frame running, wheelchair racing, seated throwing, and many more! I always dreamed of running, but could never really manage it, but since using a wheelchair, I've been so much more active.

After seeing how many amazing people completed the London Marathon 2025, I couldn't resist applying to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy UK by doing the London Marathon 2026! This is going to be the most difficult thing I've ever done, but it's going to be worth it.

Muscular Dystrophy UK is the charity for the 110,000 children and adults living with muscle-wasting conditions in the UK. There's currently no cure, and it many cases, it limits lives. MDUK do vital work in funding pioneering research into treatments and cures as well as providing vital information, advice, resources and support for individuals and families living with these conditions.

All donations, big or small, are greatly appreciated. Thank you!