Alan Young

Great North Run 2025

I’m running The GNR in the fight for breath!

Every minute, someone in the UK, including myself is diagnosed with lung disease. 


In 2022, I was diagnosed with severe asthma and more recently Bronchiectasis. Both conditions are medicated but will remain with me for life. 


This has had a profound impact with my health and life in general. Most notably, my running ability, which has diminished significantly.


I'm now training for and running The Great North Run (half marathon) for Asthma + Lung UK, the only UK charity that fights for everyone’s 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 could go towards Health Care Advisors and Respiratory Specialists supporting someone with the information they need to live well.

Any support would be amazing in my fight for lung health! 

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