R.E.D. January is  about raising support and awareness of mental health through the power of exercise and is taking place nationwide.  For several years January has not been a good month so I want to change that this year, and if I raise some money along the way that is another positive.

For the last few years January has not been a good month so this year I want to change that, and if I raise some money along the way to help a local organisation then that is another positive.Having suffered from Depression for several years I have experienced it's isolating and debilitating effects. Activity, and especially for me, outdoor activity is a great way of refocusing, relaxing and simply escaping.  Often it can be hard just to get out of the door; anxiety, self-doubts, negative thoughts and 'what if's' can be overwhelming but I have yet to regret actually 'getting out there'.

Deciding whether or not to do any fundraising whilst I am doing this  was a challenge in itself!

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