Get your running shoes on!

Find out more about the fundraising opportunities that Independent Age has to offer

Susanna took on the Great North Run for us this year. Here she talks about the experience:

Next year I will be 70 years old and I wanted to close this decade with a fitness challenge. I wanted to put my mind to looking after my mental and physical health. To train for this race, I ran around a big car park near home, with a hill or two thrown in to practice for the inclines, and each week I built up my running time. The crowds got me through on the day!” If you’d like to show your support for Susanna, you can visit her fundraising page here.

• Running for at least 10 minutes a day can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease
• Walking is a great way to socialise and meet new people
• 62% of people in the UK gave to charity via a donation or sponsorship in 2020

Inspired to take on a new challenge? Visit independentage.org/events to view all our upcoming events. Some of our favourites include:

Event: Walk 65 Miles in October
Date: Month of October
Registration fee: Free
Fundraising target: £130

Event: Santa Run
Date: 11 December
Registration fee: Free
Fundraising target: £150

Event: London Landmarks Half Marathon 2023
Date: 2 April
Registration fee: £20
Fundraising target: £300

Event: TCS London Marathon 2023
Date: 23 April
Registration fee: £100
Fundraising target: £1,995

Event: Snowdon By Night
Date: Dates in May, June and August 2023
Registration fee: £49
Fundraising target: £350

Event: Skydiving
Date: Your choice
Registration fee: £70
Fundraising target: £395