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Leigh Timmis and Finding Your Purpose in Life

by | 31 May 2022

Research suggests that exercise and physical activity can benefit a person's mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and negative mood whilst improving self-esteem and cognitive function.

In this episode, Rory and I spoke to speaker and Guinness world record holder Leigh Timmis to discuss his self-improvement journey, his passion for cycling, and finding his purpose.

Leigh also spoke about his latest world record attempt, 7 Days of Smiles, which will be his attempt to cycle more than 2180 miles in seven days, and why he is doing it in support of MQ and mental health research.

You can find MQ Open Mind on all your favourite podcast providers (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts etc.) or watch the video version on the MQ Mental Health YouTube channel.

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