Hi everyone!

I’m really excited (and perhaps a little nervous) to share that I’ll be running the Kielder half marathon on 6th October in support of Mind, an amazing charity dedicated to mental health.

Training for this is an ongoing challenge, and I'm sure the event itself will be, too. The biggest event I've done previously has been 10k! But I also think that doing things outside of my comfort zone is a great way to build resilience and all kinds of strength.

Our mental health affects everything we do - and what we don't. Nobody should face a mental health issue alone, and when things are difficult, it can feel very lonely indeed. For me, managing my mental health within my daily life has been pretty hard at times, but at other times I don't have to think much about it. The support that I've had has been wonderfully helpful. Everybody should be able to access mental health support when they need it.

The Mind website has got some pretty great resources and they do incredible work to support those who need it most. By donating, you’re helping to make a real difference in people’s lives. Every bit counts and gets us closer to a future where no one has to face mental health challenges alone.

Thanks so much for your support!

Oscar