Mental Health Champions

Suzanne Price

Running has been proven to be of benefit to mental health, but sometimes it really hard just getting out of the door. Running with other people can help you to commit to a run and having a running buddy can be good therapy. Over the years I have run with many people, and found that chatting and running is a great way to boost mental and physical health. I find that if I have a problem to solve I will go for a run, and the running helps me explore solutions and by the time I finish i have solved the problem, a win win!

Ann Hewlett

I joined Pershore Plum Plodders in 2014 after starting parkrun earlier in the year and finding them all very friendly and supportive. Prior to starting parkrun if I went for a run it would only be around a mile and I could just about run walk around parkrun.  I set myself of running a 10k before I was 50 but I didn’t stop there and was soon wanting to improve my times.  I started running more regularly squeezing runs around my children’s activities and attending club runs.  I never expected to end up running marathons.  I started guide running in 2015 and I am currently involved with arranging guide running for New College Students.  I am a run leader and I am keen to introduce others to the enjoyment of running.  I have met so many wonderful people running, reached new goals and as well as keeping me fit it helps me unwind.  

Being part of Pershore Plum Plodders is like being part of a big, happy running family. As Welfare Officer I want to help members to enjoy the positive and supportive running experience I have enjoyed.

Stephen Morris

I’m Steve, one of the PPP Mental Health Champions. I’ve been running for over 30 years in one form or another and can certainly say that running has helped my health, both physical and mental.
About 15 years ago, I went through a particularly tough time personally and found that running helped give me a clear perspective on things. It cleared my head and most definitely put me on the right path to deal with the issues I was facing.
I now run regularly with the Club and can wholeheartedly recommend running with the friendliest and best club you’re ever likely to find!

Elinor Cordinor

Hi everyone, I’m Elinor a ‘fifty something’ mother of three and a passionate advocate of the benefits of running for good mental health. I started running again about 15 years ago as a way to manage the demands of a stressful full time job and young family ! Many years (and marathons) later and I’m still running. I’m proud to be part of the PPP community

Mike Wilson

I run to try to keep fit. But more than that, I run because it makes me feel good. I have always thought that running is 20% physical / 80% mental. It’s often hard to get yourself out of the door and out for a run. But I can honestly say I have never regretted going for a run. The benefits are widely documented and include:
– reducing stress
– improved sense of wellbeing
– sense of achievement
– better sleep
– mindfulness
– friendships
I’m very happy to be part of the club’s support network and to help others to find enjoyment and fulfilment from running. 

Helen Carlisle

I have been running for just over 10 years, but only recently have I been running more regularly. In the past I have struggled with motivation and confidence associated with my running and this has led to periods of inactivity. However, since joining the Plums I have run 4 marathons, 2 ultra-marathons and loads of other races. I still struggle with confidence and I have anxiety issues from time to time, but I always find that running helps and on bad days I try and force myself out. Managing my mental health is a daily job but I am a big believer in talking and being honest about how I’m feeling – it’s amazing how many other people feel similar and are fighting their own battles. PPP is such a supportive club and I always feel better after a good run, a coffee and a cake with my running buddies