I had gained weight over many years due to poor mental health. The pandemic was the catalyst for me to do something about it. Exercise was the only social activity allowed during lockdown, so every day, me and a friend would walk the 3 miles from my village to Stirling.

We’d go past all my old haunts, go for a coffee, then walk back. I lost 4 stone and reclaimed some of my old self back.

I still walk but now it’s for my mental health. It’s important for me to have purpose and routine. Every morning I get up early and I do a different walk each day: around the city centre, down by the Raploch, in King’s Park or along the Riverside. I say good morning to every single person.

Walking has transformed my attitude towards things. I enjoy the mornings and I feel really grateful to be able to do that in Stirling.