RunThrough, the UK’s largest and Europe’s fastest growing running events company, inspired more people to participate in officially organised running events in 2023 than any other running events company. With an extensive lineup of events catering to over 200,000 individuals annually, RunThrough stands as a trailblazer in promoting physical and mental well-being through active engagement in running and is inspiring an active nation through running.
Amidst the pressing need to combat sedentary lifestyles, RunThrough champions the transformative benefits of organised running events. Running has been shown to not only enhance physical fitness but also significantly boost mental health, contributing to reduced stress, increased positivity, and improved overall well-being. Statistics reveal that insufficient physical activity is the 4th leading risk factor for mortality. Approximately 3.2 million deaths and 32.1 million DALYs (disability-adjusted life years) each year are attributable to insufficient physical activity.[1]
As the vanguard of the running events landscape, RunThrough produces more events than any other organisation in the UK, hosting a diverse array of races that cater to all levels of runners. From vibrant community 5k runs to challenging half marathons, marathons and even ultras, each event is meticulously crafted to inspire and engage participants in local communities to embrace a more active lifestyle.
A highlight of 2023 was the Warrington Running Festival which was the world’s first completely free, road-closed, chip-timed event. The event, delivered by the RunThrough Foundation, saw 25,000 people apply for the ballot, 6000 individuals running and 66% of those taking part in their first event.
“RunThrough’s mission is to inspire an active nation through running,” said Matt Wood, Co-Founder of RunThrough. “We believe that every step taken in our events contributes to a healthier and happier community. By fostering a culture of inclusivity and accessibility, we aim to encourage more individuals to experience the joys and benefits of running. It is incredible for us to have inspired over 200,000 people to get active in 2023 and we cannot wait to get even more people active in 2024.”
In a single year, RunThrough gets more runners active than any other events company, a testament to the effectiveness of their initiatives in promoting a healthier society. RunThrough invites everyone and anyone to join them in one of their 240 events scheduled to take place in 2024 and join the movement toward a more active lifestyle. Some of RunThrough’s standout events include High Performance London, Run Tatton Park, Goodwood Running GP, Newcastle 10k, Run Alton Towers, Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon & 10ks, The Warrington Running Festival, Battersea Park Running Festival & many more all of which can be found here.
