Coronavirus: Tommy’s half marathon becomes solo, virtual run

Youtube promotion

To promote the Local Landmarks Challenge a video explaining more details has been released on Youtube.

“We have been overwhelmed by the response of our runners, our loyal Yellow Army, to the event not going ahead as planned on the 29^th March,” said Lia Fyles, Race Director.

“They have all trained and fundraised so hard in preparation and many are continuing to do so. We may not all be able to run together on the 29^th March, but what their response has shown is that the running community has the power to make a huge difference for many charities, as we individually take to our local streets and run our personal Local Landmarks Challenge.”

“Current public health advice is that people are able to run solo outside, and people are encouraged to keep exercising regularly. We hope the Local Landmarks Challenge will help provide both physical and mental wellbeing benefits. In a time of great uncertainty and increased isolation, we hope this will be a great way for people to support each other and feel connected virtually.

“If current Public Health guidelines change, the challenge will naturally be paused and only re-opened once it’s safe to do so.”

Tommy’s funds research into miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth.