Londoner takes on 30 half marathons in 30 days challenge

Chris Hatfield, from Lewisham South-East London, is embarking on an epic challenge as he runs 30 half marathons in 30 days in aid of Mental Health Foundation.

Mental health strains that affect our top athletes

Dr David Crepaz‑Keay and Heather Lewis talk about the mental health stresses and strains that affect our top-flight athletes, as well as you and me.

Why am I running a 100 mile race?

If you’re going to do something that’s hard, you’d better have a clear idea of why you’re doing it in the first place. Especially when it comes to running.

Running the Cambrian Way for mental health

Jared Linter, 22, from Portsmouth, will be running the Cambrian Way to raise funds for the Mental Health Foundation. Designated one of the UK’s hardest trails, it takes in almost 300 miles of Wales’ most beautiful scenery, including 46 peaks, which have the same total elevation as two Mount Everests.

Cold-water therapy and short walks help my mental health

Dave talks about how living with chronic arthritis and other health conditions affects his mental health – and how cold-water therapy and short walks, when he can, helps him cope.

How running has boosted my mental health

Sami, 23, who lives in Manchester, has found running to make a big difference to his mental health. Having sought support for suicidal feelings, anxiety and an eating disorder, his therapist recommended The Running Charity. This has had a huge impact on him and his mental health.

I couldn't manage my mental health without exercising

Christina talks about how living with Type 1 Diabetes, and seven other auto-immune conditions, makes exercise difficult – but how essential it is to support her mental and physical health.

Looking after my mental health one move at a time

Bethan Davies completed the London Marathon for the Mental Health Foundation in memory of her friend Jon who she lost to suicide last year. Read her story

Why movement this Mental Health Awareness Week?

There are lots of mental health benefits to movement. Find out why we've chosen it as the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week in 2024.

Fitness community helps parents' mental health

13th May 2024 /

Mark Lloyd (known as Lloydy), 49, and parent of two, runs a group training fitness business called Brawd in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan. Read his story.