25/01/2026
In 2026 I’ll be taking on the Great North Run – not because I’m a natural runner (I’m really not!), but because my heart is firmly behind the cause.
In June 2025, my boyfriend Craig was diagnosed with Parkinson’s.
I thought I knew a little about Parkinson’s. But until it enters your life personally, you don’t truly understand the depth, complexity, and daily reality of living with this condition.
The good news is that Craig is doing really well. His medication is supporting him, and he is also working alongside a research project aimed at further improving treatment for Parkinson’s. Watching his courage, openness, and determination has made me love him even more.
Parkinson’s doesn’t kill you — but it does disable you.
It affects movement, speech, energy, coordination, mood, sleep, confidence, and independence. It doesn’t just impact the person diagnosed; it ripples through relationships, families, work, and everyday life.
As a yoga teacher, I see daily how powerful movement, breath, and nervous system regulation can be for neurological health. Gentle, mindful movement helps support brain-body connection, balance, coordination, mood, and overall wellbeing. While yoga isn’t a cure, it can be a powerful complementary tool alongside medical care — and this is why research, education, and access to support through Parkinson’s UK matters so much.
That is why I am running.
For everyone living with Parkinson’s.
For families walking this alongside their loved ones. And for better treatments, better support, and ultimately a cure.
The Great North Run feels symbolic.
One foot in front of the other.
Some days steady.
Some days hard.
All days moving forward.
Much like life with Parkinson’s.
If you’re able to support my fundraising journey, whether through a donation or sharing my page, it truly means the world:
https://events.parkinsons.org.uk/fundraisers/joannemoules/great-north-run
I believe that better days are possible.
Thank you for being part of this journey with me.
With love,
Jo đź’™