When lockdown boredom manifests into a Marathon..

On Sunday 27th June my friend Jack and I are running the Milton Keynes Marathon, in which I am running in support of Mind, the mental health charity.

After 24 weeks of training, 2 injuries, an 8 week race delay and a million laps of the Hackney marshes I am finally ready to tour the sunny sights of Milton Keynes.

Lockdown hasn't been easy for anyone, and has highlighted further the ups and down that everybody experiences when it comes to mental health. Whilst lockdown brought me a shiny new haircut, I don't think I would be alone in saying it has also brought mental challenges and highlighted the need to raise awareness in this area. I wish to keep growing the support + awareness for people going through tougher mental challenges by running in support of Mind.

Any donations are greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

Ben

Here are just a few examples of the great work that Mind do: 

- Offering a Telephone Support Service to anyone in need. 

- Campaigning for change in mental health services including legislation, support, treatment and legal rights.

- Offer mental health training courses for the workplace to help employers and employees understand the signs of mental health distress and be aware of how they can support their colleagues.