Running is a great way to keep fit and proven to boost your mental health, so why not enter one or more of the races taking place across the county this spring and into summer.
Here are 10 fun runs and races in Lancashire in May, June and July ...
7. Sunday, May 22, 11am
Hangman's Noose 10K - Lancaster. A fairly fast route through the Luneside countryside, so suitable for new runners and pb hunters! Details at www.lancaster-race-series.co.uk/10km-races/hangman-s-noose-10km Photo: pb
8. Sunday, June 5, 11am
Morecambe 10k - A great course taking in the sights and sounds of the seaside resort. Details at www.timeoutdoors.com/events/runs/Morecambe-10K-en Photo: jpi
9. Saturday, June 25, 11am-1pm
Blackpool Colour Run - Get colourful on the beach at Starr Gate where you will run, jog or walk the 3km route. Details at www.trinityhospice.co.uk/our-events/detail/blackpool-colour-run Photo: jpi
10. July 9 and 10
Lancaster Celebration of Running - Saturday: 5k, 10k and 2k Family Fun Run. Sunday: Half Marathon and Marathon. Details at www.lancaster-race-series.co.uk/enter-our-races/celebration-of-running Photo: pb