Welsh climate projects are being encouraged to apply for funding from the Run 4 Wales Climate Action Fund. Funding is available for groups and projects who are working on the nature and climate emergencies in Wales. Run 4 Wales’ Climate Action Fund aims to balance the impact that hosting major events has on the environment.
The Cardiff Half Marathon has won Best Event at the 2025 Cardiff Life Awards. The team who were up against other events in the city including Cardiff Cabaret Club, Christmas at Bute Park, Def Fflur Productions, InfoTeam International, OTID Entertainment (Afrowales) and PowHerful Sisterhood Cardiff, were ecstatic to take home the top prize at the
This International Women’s Day, we’re joining with like-minded social enterprises across Wales to celebrate incredible women. Social enterprises are creating opportunities for women and girls, prioritising wellbeing, finding and sharing opportunities, and empowering women through myriad ways. Women face systemic barriers that impact their wellbeing, professional and personal lives, and threaten equality. From unpaid labour
Brecon Carreg has been announced as the new headline sponsor of the Porthcawl 10K, in what is looking to be its biggest race yet. The water company is no stranger to running events. It has been a long-standing partner of Run 4 Wales sponsoring the CDF 10K in September and ensuring runners are kept hydrated
If you’re fasting this Ramadan and worried about the impact on your training, do not fear. With some careful planning it is still possible to run. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims around the world as a time of prayer, reflection and community. It is one of
If you’ve signed up for a 10K race or simply want to push yourself further after completing a Couch to 5K there’s some things you to know to maximise your training. Run 4 Wales Race Director, and double Olympic marathoner, Steve Brace, shares his advice to help in conquering the distance. Build your base –
Barry Island 10K back for 2025 with new Lead Charity partner Cancer Research Wales Run 4 Wales is delighted to announce that the Barry Island 10K will return on Sunday 15 June 2025. The popular race will see thousands of keen runners return to the seaside town this summer, with the opportunity to run for
If you’re training for a race, you’ll be filling up your diary with weekly training runs and strength sessions to ensure you’re in top condition on the start line. While it might seem counterintuitive when you’re trying to get faster and stronger, it’s just as important that you’re putting some rest days into your schedule
You’ve signed up to your next race and have got your training plan, but if you’re left scratching your head, confused by what it all means, don’t worry. Run 4 Wales Race Director, and double Olympic marathoner, Steve Brace, explains what all the different types of training runs mean so you can have complete confidence
It’s that time of year when runny noses, sniffles and coughs are rife. If you’ve been struck with a cold it can be difficult to know what’s best when it comes to your training – should you stay at home and rest up or go out for a run? When you’re met with this predicament,
