The first ever ‘MoRun’ event in Sheffield has raised over a thousand pounds for men’s mental health awareness month.

Dave Krangel, 53, the Director of MoRunning, from Surrey, said: “Our goals are to get people focusing on their health and mental wellbeing. If we stop one person ending their life then we have achieved something worthwhile.” 

The run took place in Graves Park on November 16, where participants ran either 5k, 10k or a half-marathons.

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The event raised £1100, which funds mental health support and suicide prevention.

Aidan McNiffe, 25, from Barnsley, who ran the 10k in under an hour, said: “When so many people come together in an event like MoRunning it really does fill me with a sense of pride and joy.

“The reason I got involved is due to my own experiences struggling with my mental health. I hope that men will be able to communicate honestly about their problems without feeling embarrassed or judged.”

Chris Morris, 47, a Development Manager from Cheshire, has been raising awareness for Movember for the past 15 years by dying his hair.

He said: “If I save just one life because of me having a silly hair colour then it’s got to be worth doing.”

For support or to learn more about Movember visit the Movember site, and to get involved in running events visit MoRunning.