During COVID, I really struggled with my own mental health, I went from a bubbly outgoing person to one that was shut off and down in the dumps. This led to lots of challenges, one of which was putting on a fair amount of weight. During 2022 I managed to lose over 3 stone and turn things around, and am now back to my bubbly and outgoing self. 

Following my own experiences, I have recently trained through work to become a Mental Health First Aider in the hopes that I can help others who are struggling to get the help and support they need.

With all of this in mind, I decided to pick up the running shoes once more and try and raise some money for the amazing charity that is Oxfordshire Mind. I will therefore be completing the Oxford Half Marathon in October 2023.

A bit about Oxfordshire Mind:

1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem in any one year.

Oxfordshire Mind helps over 30,000 people with mental health challenges every year. They promote good mental health through the provision of high quality services and campaigning for positive change.

Their services include housing, talking therapies, benefits advice, a confidential and free information line, courses (such as ‘practical ways to wellbeing’), physical activity programmes, volunteering opportunities, and they facilitate over 60 peer-support groups each week.

Anything you can spare will be hugely appreciated by the charity and myself.

Thank you.

Adam