Run with Chrissie is BACK!
Following the highly successful inaugural Run with Chrissie last year the current Ironman World Champion Chrissie Wellington is heading to the capital to host the next in the run series.
Hosted in the stunning backdrop of Richmond Park, triathletes, runners and Chrissie fans alike are invited to join Chrissie, patron of the Jane Tomlinson Appeal, on Sunday 26th February to take part in a 5K training run ahead of an hours training with Chrissie headed up by British Triathlon coaches.
“Since becoming a Patron of the Appeal in 2011 and having been inspired myself by Jane I want to do everything I can to support the charity. The event we held in Leeds was fantastic. It was great to meet so many budding sports men and women who not only are interested in Triathlon and running but who continue to support the Appeal. To be able to host yet another event like this and share my passion with people, while raising funds is incredible” said Chrissie.
Having completed her first triathlon back in 2004, Chrissie is undefeated at the Ironman distance and is now four-time Ironman World Champion following her spectacular win at Kona in October last year. With a ‘Nothing is Impossible’ attitude Chrissie continues to inspire others to achieve their personal goals.
Following the 5k run and training session participants have the opportunity to pre-register to enjoy a buffet lunch at Roephampton University ahead of a Q&A session where Chrissie will share her passions and fears, inspiring others to take on a challenge and achieve the impossible.
Whether participants sign up for the whole day or simple the training session there is something for everyone.
Comments from previous participants…
“It was such an amazing day with Chrissie Wellington. Truly inspirational! I feel very honoured and privileged that I had the opportunity to meet Chrissie and the other participants in the day, as well of course being able to be involved in an event for such a great cause.”
“I'm not a Triathlete - just a charity runner but am feeling sufficiently inspired to go look at some bikes! Watch this space.”
“Personally I thought the day and night were near on perfect. I thoroughly enjoyed both. It is hard to put into words what yesterday meant to me and I am guessing everyone else there. Not only did it give us a chance to help generate a bit more money for your great charity, but we got chance to brush shoulders with a living legend. Hearing Chrissies story first hand you just can't help but be inspired, she is truly an inspiration and such a great human being. Another plus was that I got to mix with other people who are interested in endurance sports, which was an added bonus.”
Chrissie has never shied away from a challenge and believing that anything can be possible given a bit of determination. “In 2005 I thought that completing an Ironman was impossible. I said ‘you must be crazy’ to do them. Now look at me. If someone puts a hurdle in your way don’t stop just work your way around, over or under it. Live your dream!’
With a limited number of only 100 places available, the Jane Tomlinson Appeal would urge those interested to sign up now to avoid missing out on the opportunity to train with a true British sporting legend. To find out more and to book a place visit www.runwithchrissie.com
The 5k run and training session will be hosted at Richmond Park ahead of the afternoon Q&A at Roehampton University