Watford Half Marathon

The Watford Half Marathon is coming up on Sunday 1st February.

Dan from our Peer Support Service will be running and is kindly fundraising for us. Read on to find out more about Dan.

Why are you supporting Herts Mind Network? 

Herts Mind Network provide essential services which help so many people across the county with their mental health and wellbeing. Fundraising for this charity is important to me as I have been through my own mental health journey.

What’s your top tip for training for a half marathon? 

Build your training up gradually, don’t try to do too much too early.

What is your pre run meal? 

Chicken and rice!

How will you celebrate completing your half marathon? 

I will be celebrating with a meal with my family and friends.

If you were stranded on an island and could take only three items, what would they be?

My phone, an interesting book and sun cream as I burn like you wouldn’t believe!

Anything else you would like readers to know?

If you have not done a half-marathon before, do one! Its hard work, but worth it when you cross that finishing line.

You can support Dan through his Just Giving page at www.justgiving.com/team/danandelena

Posted on: 27th January 2026