I’m taking on 60 Miles in September for Mind — and every step is for someone who feels they’ve run out of options. Three years ago this would have been impossible for me; I was in the grips of a panic disorder which meant walking to the bus stop was sometimes too much. It took almost a year for me to be able to walk the dog on my own like I had done without thinking about it before. I had a lot of support around me, but many of us aren't so lucky.

Right now, Mind’s phone lines are the busiest they’ve ever been. In the UK 1 in 4 of us will face a mental health problem this year, yet too many still wait in silence. Mind is often their only lifeline — on the phone, in local communities, and fighting for change so no one is left behind.

Please support my 60 miles in September challenge by donating to my fundraising page 🙏🏻

Your donation will ensure that information and support is available for everyone — on Mind's website, the helplines they run and throughout their online community, Side by Side.

Thank you 💙