A Diagnosis That Changed Everything I was diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis in 2005, and in many ways, that moment divided my life into a “before” and an “after.” The first two years were incredibly tough. Pain was constant and often overwhelming. I relied on three to four painkillers a day just to get through basic […]
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Living with Psoriatic Arthritis while training for ultra-distance cycling events is, in many ways, a constant balancing act. My weeks are structured, disciplined, and consistent—but never rigid. I cycle six days per week, both in winter and summer, and that consistency has become the backbone of my physical and mental resilience. During the colder months, […]
Imagine the thrill of conquering the steep inclines of the Ballon d’Alsace in the French Vosges during a 10 K everesting, the relentless challenge of the bicinglé de Ventoux (6 times the Mont Ventoux in one ride) and the breathtaking beauty of the Tour du Mont Blanc cyclo (320+ km and 8000+ elevation gain). Now, […]
The world of ultra cycling is a testament to the incredible endurance and determination of the human spirit. It’s a sport that pushes me to my limits, challenging me to pedal through hundreds of miles, often in a single stretch. But what happens when an ultra cyclist like me faces an additional hurdle, one that […]




