WOMEN of all ages, shapes and sizes are once more being urged to sign up to a popular annual charity run.

Race for Life 2015 is now open for entries, and organisers are hoping that runners will raise even more than the £138,109 brought in by last year’s event.

Cancer Research UK is calling on Basingstoke women to sign up now to the 5k run, which will take place at Down Grange Sports Complex on Wednesday, June 17.

Fiona Miller, Basingstoke event manager, said: “We’re urging women of all ages, shapes and sizes to take on Race for Life in their region and sign up now.

“Race for Life is non-competitive. It’s not about being fit or fast. Most women are able to walk 5k in an hour while chatting and having fun. Or they can choose to jog, run or even dance around the course if they prefer.

“If you’re looking for an opportunity to get active in 2015 and shake off those January blues, there’s no better time to take on Race for Life. With fire in their bellies and trainers at the ready, we know that Basingstoke ladies are up for the challenge.”

Race for Life, which is run in partnership with Tesco, is a series of 5k, 10k and other events which take place nationwide.

Last year, 2,614 women took part in the Basingstoke event, to raise more than £138,000 and organisers hope to hit £140,000 this year through the run.

Fiona said: “We’re calling on the brave ladies of Basingstoke to show their fighting spirit once more and take on cancer at this year’s event.

“Race for Life is to celebrate those who are with us, and also remember those who are not. The atmosphere is electric, our participants are so inspiring and we’re calling on the women of Basingstoke to help make 2015 our best year yet.”

To enter Race for Life, visit raceforlife.org or call 0300 123 0770.

 

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