This year, #RunAndTalk is placing a specific focus on men’s mental health as research shows that men are less likely than women to report severe symptoms of common mental health problems (10% of women report severe symptoms compared to only 6% of men) 2.
In addition, suicide is the leading cause of death for people aged 20-34, and the biggest killer of men under the age of 50.3
#RunAndTalk is encouraging everyone to take the men in their lives – maybe a partner, dad, brother, son, friend or colleague – and run one mile or further while having a chat during the 23-29 September. Anyone can join in with the run – even if they’ve never run before.
Organised runs are led by a UKA qualified leader or coach and some runs will also have a volunteer Mental Health Champion joining in. All the Champions have lived experience of mental health problems themselves or through close family or friends and are passionate about improving mental wellbeing through running.
1 in 4 of us experience mental health problems each year and running can help everyone’s mental wellbeing. Everyone can play a part in breaking down the stigma attached to mental health – that’s why the 2019 #RunAndTalk campaign aims to support mental health through running for all. It’s amazing how much better people can feel after having the chance to #RunAndTalk
Date: 25th September
Time: 6.30pm
Location: OakLeaf
Whether you plan to sign-up for the run with Aycliffe Running Club, or if you just want to help spread the word, you can share information and encourage people to take part from 27th August using #RunAndTalk and @EnglandAthletic (Twitter) or @EnglandAthletics
(Facebook & Instagram)
For more information on the campaign visit www.runandtalk.co.uk
Anyone wanting to join the run can find details, and sign-up, from 27th August by visiting:
ayclifferunningclub.org.uk
Aycliffe Running Club is getting involved by hosting an organised #RunAndTalk run on 25th September. The run is open to members and non-members and people of all running abilities are welcome to sign up.
During the week of 23-29 September 2019, Aycliffe Running Club will be taking part in
#RunAndTalk – a programme created by England Athletics, and supported by Mind – the mental health charity. The #RunAndTalk campaign aims to improve mental wellbeing through running whilst also breaking down the stigma associated with mental health by getting people talking.
