I will be attempting to run the Edinburgh half marathon on May 24th 2026 to raise money and awareness for the charity Health in Mind. The farthest distance I have run is a 5k so it’s going to be a challenge.

This charity is incredibly important to me due to the support that they have given my Dad.

Those that know our family will be aware that my Dad has struggled with his mental health for many years now and has used many different services to help him find a way to cope. The Thrive service run by Health in Mind has been particularly important in his journey and has offered him incredible support throughout the years. His recent diagnoses with borderline personality disorder and ADHD have been particularly difficult but the Thrive service has helped him to understand what these diagnoses mean and how to deal with them in ways that work for him.

As most of you will be aware my Dad uses running as one of his coping mechanisms. He has run ultra marathons across the country, placing 8th in one of his recent races. Therefore, what better way to show my support for him and this incredible charity than to run in this half marathon by his side.