In April 2022, Dale Wallace will embark upon a fundraising challenge to raise money for The Mental Health Foundation.

The challenge is a seven day trek via The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, which includes camping each night and six to 10 hours of trekking each day at 3,500-4,000m altitude.

Dale, who lives in Plungington and is a personal trainer at Puregym Preston, wanted to complete this challenge as he recognises the link between his job and good mental health.

Read more: Longridge and North Preston Rotary Club’s charity cycling sportive to raise funds for Prostate Cancer Research

He said: “Mental health is something that is important to me as a coach and it’s why I’ve recently enrolled on to a Mental Health and Exercise Coaching program.

“My intention is to make people feel healthier and happier and as I say this fundraising is an opportunity for me to give back.”

He will also be hosting other fundraising activities to help him reach his £5,000 target, including group exercises classes, seminars and more.

Dale has already started fundraising. To donate, visit JustGiving.

Find the latest news updates in your area below

Proud Preston. This, and many stories like it, show how the people of Preston are making a difference. Our Proud Preston section showcases all the charitable, kind, uplifting and great things about our city and the people who live here. #ProudPreston is alive and well, and there’s much to celebrate and be proud of, despite the challenging times we all face.

Read more: See the latest Preston news and headlines

Have you got any fundraisers planned in the coming year? Let us know in the comments below.