We live in a world where Mental Health problems are becoming more and more prevalent.

We live in a world "connected" by social media, yet so many feel a deep deep sense of loneliness.

I speak to countless people who struggle day in and day out with their mental health, with no hope that better days are on the horizon.

We have one short fleeting life, and the thought that so many people spend a majority of their time, worried, sad, anxious or lost. With no real help or support. This just doesn't sit right with me.

How can we have so many people feeling as if their life is worthless? How can we have so many people feeling as if they are just simply broken, that they can never be fixed and having to go through this alone?

More people than we can imagine go through this, it may even be your closest friend, or even yourself. Yet we wouldn't know, because in the midst of their pain they still choose to put on a brave smile, if that isn't the definition of admirable then I don't know what is.

I am taking on this 100 Mile Ultra Marathon because I know personally it will give me confidence in myself that I can go through things when times get tough. But, I am also going through this because I want to support those struggling with mental health. Throughout this 24 hour period, I will get a very small taste of the pain and suffering these individuals may go through, so I can do it for them.

I am raising money for Mind Charity, a charity which supports those struggling with mental health issues. This is a problem I hold very dearly to me. So if you could spare even a few pounds I would be incredibly grateful.

Thank you so much

Ted