I’ve suffered from asthma my whole life, with numerous hospital admissions and the countless amounts of medication. 

I’d never considered myself a runner (and still don’t really!) but starting parkrun whilst at university changed that, and slowly but surely I managed the weekly 5kms (with a couple of walking stops thrown in). 

Watching my best friend run the Great North Run in 2018 inspired me to enter the ballot. Earlier this year I found out I was successful and had a place in the 2022 Great North Run!

Knowing I won’t be able to make it to the end without my trusty inhaler(s), I decided it would be a great opportunity to raise some money for Asthma UK! I know times are especially tough at the minute, but I’d be extremely grateful for any donations you could make!

Thank you xx 

1 in 5 of us will have a lung condition during our lifetime. There's a new diagnosis every minute.I'm running The Great North Run for Asthma + Lung UK. Theyre the only UK charity that fights for everyones right to breathe. Every pound I'm able to raise will take us a step closer to a world where everyone has healthy lungs.Just £22 allows one of Asthma + Lung UKs nurses to answer a call on the Helpline, offering potentially lifesaving advice. I'd be very grateful for any donations you could make!