‘I decided to do my mum, dad and kids proud’

‘I lost my mum to Covid and dad to cancer 13 weeks apart, and I’ve been so lost. I still went out but found no joy in it without my mum – she used to make us laugh and was the best company.

‘In December I stepped on the scales and saw I’d put on over three stone. I was gutted and decided then I can’t sit and feel sorry for myself. I’ve cried on my walks – I’ve let it all out – and I come back feeling better which means the walk was worthwhile. My goal through #walk1000mile is to go on as many adventures with my three kids and give them happy memories for when I’m no longer around.’ Asia Solonyna