Fern

I have always been active since I was young. Long-distance running was my strength. I wasn’t the fastest runner, but I represented my school in several events, and I loved the feeling of pushing myself. When COVID hit, I became obsessed with home workouts. I practised high-impact workouts every day (not advisable), and eventually, I […]

Living with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is full of surprises. One day, I think, “Okay, this isn’t as hard as I thought, I’ve got this!” The next day, I wake up and can barely do anything. On days like this, I feel like a deflated balloon, my body heavy with invisible chains. My motivation disappears, getting