Couch to 5k runners graduate with Blackpool Freedom Runners

After nine weeks of training and dedication it was finally time to rise to the challenge of completing a 5k event. The journey had started on a wet, cold, dark January evening and now on a glorious Saturday morning the final challenge lay in front of them. The runners were each supported by a run buddy who had assisted them throughout the course and as the run brief was delivered the nervous anxiety grew.

Finally it was time to start and off they went with a smile on their faces as they soon realised they were in fact going to smash this challenge. Shaun Haynes, Run Leader and Programme Co-ordinator said after the event "I am incredibly proud of each and everyone of their achievements. They have worked tirelessly to achieve the success they have enjoyed today and I look forward to joining them on many of their future runs".

Blackpool Freedom Runners are a free to participate running group with sessions based throughout the Fylde Coast on every weeknight and during the weekend. They boast 8 England Athletics Qualified Run Leaders and support runner of all abilities. Sessions can be viewed at https://clubspark.englandathletics.org/BlackpoolFreedomRunners/Coaching or by downloading the England Athletics RunTogether Runner app