Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody has shared a candid health update after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) last October. The 47-year-old revealed the diagnosis after noticing weakness in his shoulder while exercising at the gym.
Appearing on BBC Breakfast on Wednesday, Moody spoke about his condition, stating that progression has been slow and he remains in a 'good state'. He noted small changes in his hand but said the disease has not yet forced him to alter his daily life. 'It's not easy, but if you approach with the right mindset, it remains easier,' he said.
Moody is undertaking a 500-mile charity cycle challenge alongside Kathy Weir, widow of Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir, and their oldest son Hamish. Doddie Weir, who was diagnosed with MND in 2016, founded the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation, which has raised over £23.5 million for research.
Speaking about the fundraising effort, Moody emphasised the need to move from hope to action. 'MND isn't incurable, it's just underfunded,' he said. He expressed pride in cycling with 'such incredible people' and hopes to complete every mile, though he acknowledged the challenge ahead.
