Running for Charity is Fun

So your enticed by charity runs, that's great news! Charity runs are considered to be one of the very best forms to help a charity raise cash, and it has the additional perk of being advantageous for your body. We constructed this site to help adults who are new to the idea of charity runs understand a little elementary information so they can get started. I'll bet we'll have a answer for the questions you have, but if not, drop us a line and we'll try to get it answered for you.

How do charity runs work and collect money for the charity? A regular charity run is created and assembled by a charitable association that has an tie with running or fitness. Good examples are Livestrong, American Heart Association, or your local hospital. Charity runs work in a number of unique ways to raise money. First, runners usually pay a relatively small registration fee that helps to sponsor the organization of the event and also goes directly to the charity fund. You'll also probably get a souvenir t-shirt in the deal. Second, in many charity runs athletes will act as fund-raisers and call for donations or pledges from companions and family. These pledges are either a set donation, or come in a per-mile format. Before you sign-up for a charity run, make sure you learn how your participation will directly assist the charity.

Should I be in first-rate shape to do a charity run or can I take it easy? My favorite thing about charity runs is that they're usually not overly competitive. The main focus of the function is to help a good cause instead of running a record-setting run. Charity runs by and large have races of varying distances: 1 mile, 5k, 10k, all the way up to a marathon. This keeps it open to all ability levels. They will also often have an event distinctively for walkers. Long story short, it would be a good idea to do a some light training in advance of your charity run, but you definitely don't have to be a pro.

Is it hard to find a charity run? Charity runs come about all the time. If you're on the look out you'll find one. The web is a perfect starting point. Try a search on one of the main search engines, or on Twitter/Facebook. Call your cities biggest running club, or a local hospital and they can usually point you in the right direction. The local chiropractic office is also a great resource. They will for sure know about any area charity runs. Runners World magazine has a race list that contains charity runs. Finally, get out there and meet your fellow runners. Many times friendly chatter is the best way to find your next charity run.

That's all for now! You're ready to get out and take part in a charity run. Charity runs were a great fund-raising tool in 2010, and we hope they will continue to bring assistance in 2011! Good luck!

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