DESCRIBED as "a powerful role model" to all, an Isle of Wight man is on course to complete 16 marathons this month — all in a bid to raise awareness of mental health issues.

Jack Faulds, a foreman for Island Roads, will complete his final marathon tomorrow (Friday, January 31).

So far, Jack has raised £3,500 for the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), a suicide prevention charity.

He set himself the challenge after losing several friends to suicide.

Jack still raring to go in his bid to complete a 16th marathon. (Image: Island Roads) Jack has also taken a course to further his understanding of mental health.

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"It feels nice knowing it’s all coming to an end, but at the same time, there is a sense of accomplishment at completing 16 marathons and raising a really good amount for CALM," Jack explained.

He said the support of friends and family has been "incredibly important" throughout the month.

"Getting lots of people out running with me — some completing their first marathons — has been really good too.

"The support I’ve had has been phenomenal and I am so grateful."

It has not been an easy journey for Jack.

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The hardest run for Jack was the 11th, due to illness and the toll of his challenging schedule.

Jack Faulds in his natural work environment (Image: Island Roads) "That one was tough from start to finish, because I was feeling so ill, had no motivation and no energy," Jack added.

Despite facing stormy weather, Jack continued to balance his running with his work duties.

"But then you remember why you are doing this — for suicide prevention and awareness."

Jack has received support from RMA Sports Injuries Clinic in Newport, JF Performance Sports Massage Therapy and Sara’s Solutions of Ryde.

He plans to celebrate completing his final marathon with a "nice big chippy" and some relaxation, before resuming his training for two gruelling events — a 100km race in April and a 24-hour endurance race in June.

Steve Ashman, service director at Island Roads, which will provide some matched funding to boost Jack's total, said: "We are all incredibly proud of Jack for his commitment to completing this incredible challenge.

"He is such a powerful role model for people inside and outside of the business."