Blog — stress

The Coronavirus outbreak has inspired a lot of discussion about mental health. With the virus having a significant social, financial and psychological impact on many, it is no surprise that more people than ever are experiencing mental health problems. Mental health problems can present themselves in many forms, including : increased anxiety insomnia / lack of sleep feelings of hopelessness stress Exercise and mental healthThere is a strong belief that exercise, including running, can have a positive affect on mental health. This was supported by our recent survey of Twitter followers showing 65% of respondents saying that they run primarily for the benefit...

We're now several weeks into a national lockdown. For many, this has had a notably negative affect on mental health. Those suffering have reported experiencing increased amounts of stress and anxiety. With people worrying about their jobs, paying the bills and keeping a roof over their heads, as well as a potentially deadly disease that could strike at any time, it's no surprise that some are feeling fraught. So what can we do to improve our mental health during this time? The governments have been telling us to exercise at least once a day. They tell us that it will help with our mental health. Most broadly...