I’m running the NYC Marathon to help prevent anyone else having to suffer with, or watch a loved one suffer with ALS (MND for the Brits).

I’m running in memory of my Godmother, Martina whose life was cruelly taken too soon.

I’m running in memory of my Dad who I lost almost 4 years ago. He was a huge supporter of MND/ALS after Martina’s fight, and because running helped me cope with grief.

I’m running for my Mum, because ALS genetic research directly helps understanding her rare genetic condition (in the UK my Mum’s consultant is funded by the Motor Neurone Disease Association).

Finally, I’m running because there’s a 50% chance that I've inherited my Mum's condition and one day I won't be able to walk.

I’m running so that others don’t have to be in my shoes.

Admin note: For the Brits – if you kindly donate, for your state please scroll to the bottom and select ‘none’ and your zip as ‘00000’

Thank you for donating, cheering, running with me or any support. It truly means the world.

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I am running with Team ALS to support those affected by ALS, spread awareness of our cause, and fight for a cure. By partnering with ALS United Greater New York, all the funds I raise will go toward where it's needed most: vital research, community support, and patient services.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's Disease," is a progressive disease of the nervous system that affects cells in the brain and spinal cord. Presently, there is no known cure for ALS.

• Every ninety minutes, someone is diagnosed with the disease, and someone passes away from it.
• 90% of ALS cases occur without any known family history or genetic cause. The remaining 10% of ALS cases are inherited through a mutated gene with a known connection to the disease.
• 55 is the average age of onset with most people who develop ALS between the ages of 40 and 70. However, cases of the disease do occur in people in their twenties and thirties.
• ALS is 20% more common in men than women. However, with increasing age, the incidence of ALS is more equal between men and women.
• Military veterans are twice as likely to be diagnosed with the disease than the general public for yet unknown reasons.

I joined Team ALS to push my physical limits for those who can't anymore. I want to bring hope, raise awareness and make an impact - and you can help me! Please donate, because -

Together, We End ALS!