Introducing Assist. It’s time to change the narrative around Men’s mental health and the sporting world.

We’re ready to help guide men (in particular) in their journey to exploring and improving mental health and the journey of life - buckle up for some raw, heartbreaking confessions of their toughest moments and how it shaped them and their loved ones!

So who are @craig_mackail_smith & @jimburnside13

From grassroots to international football, Craig and Jim bring years of experience from their playing careers and work with athletes, coaches, and business leaders. Craig, a former pro for 13 years and debutant for Scotland against Brazil, is now Head of Performance Coach at Woking FC and runs Elev8tionUK, focusing on striker performance and holistic coaching.

Jim, a fitness studio owner, trains everyone from everyday fitness enthusiasts to international athletes, and has a great network of inspiring clients and friends. He also has a memorable story from playing at Wembley, ending up in a clinic just hours after the match!

Trigger Warning - in typical Craig and Jim style they provide a brutal honest first episode and openly share and discuss aspects around suicide thoughts & attempts, drugs, alcohol, addiction, seeking mental health support (and at times not seeking support). Of course there is also discussions around spells in prisons/cells, posing a threat to society, mental health diagnoses and medications to name a few!Introducing Assist. It’s time to change the narrative around Men’s mental health and the sporting world.

We’re ready to help guide men (in particular) in their journey to exploring and improving mental health and the journey of life - buckle up for some raw, heartbreaking confessions of their toughest moments and how it shaped them and their loved ones!