Join Bethany and be part of Team CF in 2025
My name is Bethany. I’m 33 years old. I have cystic fibrosis, but it doesn’t have me. I’ve always used that mantra; CF is part of my life, but it is not my whole identity. As hard as it is some days, I try to see it in a positive light and I wouldn’t be the person I am without my CF.
My CF has been up and down over the years, but I’ve always tried to stay active, and I think this has helped my CF massively, as well as my mental health. It’s the advice I always try to give to parents of young children with CF; get them involved in sport as early as possible. Whether it’s dancing or swimming or walking; whatever they are into, try and get them active.
I’m proud to be part of Team CF and in 2025 I will be taking on my biggest challenge yet. I will be running 10 marathons in 10 weeks for Cystic Fibrosis Trust. I know my body might not be able to do this again, so I’m determined to push myself physically and raise lots of money for the Trust.
I’m running to make my daughters proud. So that one day, when I’m not here, someone can sit down and tell them “Look what your mum did to make a difference.” It’s dedicated to all our kids, really, a generation who don’t have CF, but their parents do. I want to show what their parents are capable of.
I want to inspire others and show what you can do if you put your mind to it. I’ve heard from four people with CF who’ve said they have signed up to a run since reading about my challenge and that’s an amazing feeling.
I’m of an age where I’ve lost many friends to cystic fibrosis and I also will be running for all of them, and every single person who has passed away from the condition. When training gets tough, I think about the fact I’m here when other people are not.
By putting one foot in front of the other, I know I can make a difference and be part of the next research breakthrough.
And you can make a difference too. Whether it’s running, cycling, trekking or skydiving. Join Team CF in 2025 and help make sure everybody can live a life unlimited.
Together, we can change lives. One challenge at a time.
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