Nathan, Ethan, Matthew and Ben's 4x4x48 challenge

As a group, we have decided to take on the challenge of running 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours totaling 48 miles to raise awareness for mental health and suicide in our communities.

Over the past year, the pandemic has impacted our lives in a multitude of ways, from having our lives restricted to losing loved ones, we have all suffered together. As a group, we found running and exercise to be an escape route from the daily struggles we faced and decided this challenge would be a great way to test both our mental and physical strength.

We want to take this opportunity to raise awareness for mental health in all age groups and the importance of speaking out in times of need as well as giving back to the community in the challenging times we find ourselves in.

Moving Forward is a local charity, delivered by Mental Health Concern, which helps anyone who is affected by mental ill-health to get back on their feet. They help people rediscover their self-confidence, learn new skills, and what life has to offer to us all. The team helps support anybody in need with constant access to a dedicated worker to improve the mental health and wellbeing of the community.

By completing this challenge and raising money for charity, we hope to have a positive impact on as many lives as we can and help support Moving Forward for the fantastic work they do within our communities.

We will be completing this challenge on the weekend of the 3rd of April beginning at 4 am. Thank you in advance for your contribution to this great cause that has impacted us all and stay safe.

The Moving Forward website: https://www.movingforward-northeast.co.uk/