Welcome
The Man On The Run is a 5K running and walking event that has been devised to help raise awareness of male cancers. It is for men and boys although we advise that under 18s be accompanied by a male adult. The Fun Run starts at 11am on 22nd June 2008 at Hampton Pier Avenue, Herne Bay, Kent and we recommend arriving 30 minutes beforehand. The event is in aid of Cancer Research UK and it is hoped that each runner will help to raise money for research in preventing and curing cancer. This is the fourth year we have held this fun run - 2005 was the inaugural running of the event when it was called the Run For Your Life. The name has been changed to avoid any possible confusion with Race for Life.
The race was conceived by Stephanie Lam, a health professional with the East Kent and Coastal NHS Primary Trust, who is a runner herself. Whilst events such as the Race for Life have increased the awareness of possible cancer risks for women, there has been relatively little in the UK highlighting the corresponding dangers for men. Man On The Run is trying to address this with a fun, informal event this summer.
The race organisers will be assisted by volunteers from Canterbury Harriers running club.
Entry forms are available online and hope that you will be able to support us in Herne Bay on 22nd June.
For any more information please contact Sarah Gower on 07500 605301 or email sarah.gower@ekentmht.nhs.uk.
The Man On The Run 5K will be held at Herne Bay, Kent at 11am on 22nd June 2008
It is a male-only race
Proceeds go to Cancer Research UK
Entries on the day cost £20 (£10 for U18s)
Goodies and a medal will be given to all entrants
