Team,

6 Years ago I swore off marathons following the completion of my first marathon in Philadelphia. But a lot has changed in 6 years - and now I'm back to training will be returning to Edinburgh, Scotland for the 2025 Edinburgh Marathon in May.

However, this time I'm not just running for myself. I want to use my training and running to help support a cause I care deeply about on a personal level, mental health.

I've joined the Health in Mind, a charity in Scotland that focuses on breaking down the barriers which prevent people from accessing resources that could improve their mental health and wellbeing. As their first international runner, I want to show them love and support from all over the globe. While the charity may be local, providing access to mental health resources is a global cause and I want to support those local to Edinburgh who have dedicated themselves to this cause.

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