If you’re looking for activities to do as a family, why not consider getting into running? Here’s just a few reasons why you should all put on your running shoes and get outside together: Strengthens bonds: Spending quality time together being active and sharing a hobby can help strengthen family bonds. It can help create
The Jones o Gyrmu Anglesey Half Marathon & 10K, a beloved fixture on the running calendar, returns on Sunday 1 March — with an exciting new course & venue. For the first time in its 15-year history, the half marathon will take place entirely on fully closed roads, offering runners an uninterrupted journey through the
Thinking about volunteering with the Extra Milers this year? We know that it can be daunting trying something new, so read on to understand more about what Extra Milers do on event day and what to expect when volunteering with R4W. We can’t put on our events without the support of volunteers from the community
We’re now into our fourth year of the Extra Miler Recognition Awards! Every year we like to recognise the contribution our volunteers make and based on your nominations, we reward around ten volunteers and feature them on social media. The final question on each event feedback survey invites you to nominate a fellow volunteer for
Ever wondered what it’s like behind the scenes on Run 4 Wales event days? We know that as Extra Miler volunteers you get a front row seat to the action and are able to see parts of the race that runners and spectators perhaps don’t. But would you like to know what goes on in
As we start another year our attention shifts to making resolutions and setting goals. Rather than looking at drastic lifestyle changes or comparing yourself to others, why not focus on being your personal best through incorporating balance, self-care and making progress into your daily routine. These small switches can help mental and physical wellbeing, build
If you’re looking for some epic Welsh mass-participation challenges to take part in this year, the R4W group – Run 4 Wales and Always Aim High Events – have got you sorted. From road races to trail, triathlon and duathlon as well as cycle and swimming events there is something for all interests and abilities
This year has seen more people than ever take part in Run 4 Wales’ events thanks to the rising popularity of running. Our events this year sold out in record speed – with general entry into the Oysho Cardiff Half Marathon selling out in just 12 hours, leading to the decision to go to ballot
The R4W Charitable Foundation is celebrating its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of making a difference through supporting grassroots sport and community projects across Wales. Established in 2015 by Run 4 Wales (R4W) – the not-for-profit organisation behind iconic events such as the Cardiff Half Marathon and Newport Marathon Festival – the Foundation has become
Run 4 Wales has taken strides to power positive change through its events this year in keeping with its social impact objectives. Whether it’s been breaking down barriers to encourage more people to take part in its mass-participation events, looking at more sustainable travel options or donating money to environmental projects through its Climate Action
