On the 11th October, I am running a solo marathon in memory of my Grandad, Neil, who sadly died earlier this year. 

Neil lived with parkinsons for many years. Being a pharmacist himself, I know Neil would have fully supported the research the Cure Parkinson's trust does to slow, stop and reverse parkinson's. 

Although I don't know if Neil was ever much of a runner, I'm sure he still thought he could beat me in a race. He would have offered advice such as "at least you're keeping fit".