Being given the terrible news that you have a chronic illness can make you feel demoralised and helpless. But these Walk1000Miles challengers show you can do amazing things with your life, post-diagnosis.

Mum-of-two Reesha Lewis, 39, had many mountains to climb until she reached her goal

There was no way my fella was wiping my backside!

A bracing walk does wonders for your wellbeing, says Robson Green , as he embarks on some of the world’s finest hikes

Jackie Scully, 43, wrote herself a ‘life list’ to help her stay positive during the darkest of times

Our love life was non-existent until I made a big change