Mental Health Foundation launches 100-mile walking challenge

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 13:02 · Archive

The Mental Health Foundation is inviting Oxfordshire residents to walk 100 miles throughout November for mental health.

The Mental Health Foundation is inviting Oxfordshire residents to take part in the Walk 100 Miles in November challenge. The initiative is free to join and open to everyone, with participants able to complete the 100 miles at their own pace. Now in its second year, the challenge can be completed in any way that suits participants, whether through brisk morning walks, lunchtime strolls, family hikes, or gentle walks through local parks.

Zoe Lonergan, senior fundraising manager at the Mental Health Foundation, said that physical activity has significant benefits for mental health, helping to manage stress, build confidence, lift mood, and ease symptoms of anxiety and depression. The foundation encourages participants to walk with friends, family, or colleagues as a way to build social connection and reduce feelings of isolation.

The challenge also highlights the mental health benefits of fundraising and setting goals. Registration is open now, and participants will receive a free T-shirt after their first donation.

How it is being reported

• Oxfordshire residents urged to walk 100 miles for mental healthThe Mental Health Foundation is inviting people across Oxfordshire to take part in the Walk 100 Miles in November challenge.Oxford Mail · 24 Oct, 12:30
• Oxfordshire residents urged to walk 100 miles for mental healthThe Mental Health Foundation is inviting people across Oxfordshire to take part in the Walk 100 Miles in November challenge.Oxfordshire Guardian · 24 Oct, 12:30

In this story: Mental Health Foundation · Oxfordshire · Zoe Lonergan

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