‘For Men To Talk’ are ready for the Virtual London Marathon 2023. Do you want to join them?
On Sunday 23 April 2023, members of the men peer support group ‘For Men To Talk’ will be walking a 26.2 mile marathon for the second time and they are looking for new male walkers!
During the Covid-19 pandemic, the London Marathon moved to the month of October in 2021 and 2022, and also introduced a virtual event. Now in 2023, it returns to its normal April. This means that there is an opportunity to complete the 26 miles and 385 yards (42.195 kilometres) distance from home.
In October 2022, seven attendees of ‘For Men To Talk’ undertook the challenge of a marathon. “I can’t tell you how proud of I am of all the walkers, what an achievement”, said ‘For Men To Talk’ founder Luke Newman. “Their determination not only on the day, but in the weeks of training leading up to it was very inspiring. Now we are looking for old and new walkers to join us in April 2023.”
As per last year, all men will be following a twelve week plan starting on Sunday 29 January 2023. They are hoping to their improve their self-perception and self-esteem, mood and sleep quality, and also to reduce stress, anxiety and fatigue.
You can read the full blog ‘For Men To Talk completed the Virtual London Marathon 2022’ by clicking here.
As well as improving their physical and mental health, the group will be raising money which will go towards helping more men at ‘For Men To Talk’.
‘For Men To Talk’ is a chance for men suffering with anxiety, depression and grief to talk with other fellow sufferers.
They hold physical meetings at The Crown Hotel (Weatherspoon) in Biggleswade, St.Neots Golf Club, Gamlingay Eco Hub and the Roundabout Club in Sandy. They also have weekly virtual meetings via Zoom and a monthly walking event.
If you are interested in joining the ‘For Men To Talk’ virtual marathon, please contact Luke on 07709 446480 or formentotalk@hotmail.com. You can head over to their website and social media channels via https://linktr.ee/formentotalk