After joining Bexley Athletic Club last year and having completed my first cross country season, I have definitely caught the running bug.

On 22 April I will be representing the London Borough of Bexley in the Mini London Marathon Championship Race. I just missed out on qualification last year but after training hard and giving it my all, I managed to qualify for this year's race team. I'm very excited to take part in such a great event and can't wait to cross the finish line in front of Buckingham Palace.

Like many runners who take part in the London Marathon event, I'd like to use my effort to help other people. I'm therefore hoping to raise money for Young Minds. It's a great cause and any donations would be greatly appreciated.

YoungMinds is the UK's leading charity championing the wellbeing and mental health of children and young people. Driven by their experience, YoungMinds creates change so that children and young people can cope with life's adversities, find help when needed and succeed in life.

Thank you so much for visiting my Just Giving page.

Lucas