Free training to prepare for Cancer Research run in Warwickshire

Allison Harding with runners at a Race for Life event at Ragley Hall in Alcester last year.

In the run-up to this year’s event, which takes place on Sunday July 17 and will include 5k and 10k distances, personal trainer Allison Harding is offering people free coaching to help them prepare for it.

Allison, who works for the Stratford-based Zig Zag Women’s Fitness and Motivation weigh loss programme, said: “5k can be a challenging distance if you are not prepared.

“I encourage anyone taking part to prepare by starting their training around now, so they have plenty of time to build up their distance gradually.”

She suggested training up to three times a week, starting off with a mixture of jogging and walking, and doing body weight strength exercises as well.

Anyone who registers for the Race for Life can attend a free training and nutrition week with Zig Zag.

To sign up, visit raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org

To find out more about the free training from Allison, email [email protected] or call 07780 513558.