My name is Rylan Ramakrishnan and I have chosen to run the London Marathon in honour of my childhood friend Manoj Rajendran.

I have chosen Mind, as mental health has been something I have personally struggled with and was the cause for the passing of my fellow brother.

Having been obese in the past, I really struggled with anxiety, insecurities and general displeasure in myself and my life. Manoj's supportive, loving and caring nature helped alleviate all my stresses whenever I was in his presence.

Now I have lost the weight, feel more confident and happy however my brother is no longer with us. Whilst he brought loved ones together unbeknownst to anybody his mental health degraded and in the winter of 2021 he took his own life.

I want to run this marathon in his name and raise as much money as possible to help prevent situations like this. By fundraising for Mind they will be able to help those who are in dire need of help. 

Any donation for this great cause will be greatly appreciated by myself and all those who cared for Manoj.