THE SAPPHIRE RUNNING ZONE

EXPLORE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF RUNNING

Running has profound physical and mental health benefits, from reducing stress to improving emotional wellbeing. At the Sapphire Running Zone, we understand how running can transform lives, especially when combined with fundraising. Our resources, including training plans, running podcasts and blogs, Zoom sessions and WhatsApp groups, alongside community support, empowering runners to achieve their goals while fostering mental health. Whether you're fundraising for charity or seeking personal growth, our community offers the tools and encouragement you need. Check out our 4 MEMBERSHIP PLANS here

LISTEN TO OUR PODCASTS

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OVERCOMING STRESS

AUG 10 - Chris has battled through some serious life challenges, including cancer, but he's come out the other side in the best shape of his life. He attributes this to his new found passion for running, fitness and fundraising. Previously a junior elite runner and with a sub 3 hour marathon to his name, running took a back seat while life took over and the silent assassin, stress, became a real issue. On this podcast he talks about the need to find time for ourselves and the importance of prioritising our own physical and emotional wellbeing. It's an emotional listen.

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THE LONG RUN

AUG 6 -In this episode of the Sapphire Running Zone podcast, we discuss the critical role of long runs in training for distance events. He emphasises the importance of treating long runs as practice events, focusing on nutrition, hydration, and mental preparation. The conversation includes insights from various runners about their experiences with long runs, highlighting the significance of gradual progression and the need for rest and recovery.

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YOUR FUNDRAISING PAGE

AUG 2 - Your fundraising page is at the heart of your fundraising efforts. Don't just stick with the template that the fundraising platforms provide when you first sign up. Spend a bit of time personalising it and you'll see a real difference really quickly. Keep it up to date and tell your followers what you're up to. This podcasts gives you some great insights and includes input from Hannah Lane (Move for Hunger in the US), one of the charity fundraising managers that work so hard to help their runners get the most from their fundraising.

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RUN SOLO?

JULY 26 - In this episode of the Sapphire Running Zone podcast, we discuss the various benefits and challenges of running with others versus running alone. He explores the motivation, commitment, and social aspects of group running, as well as personal experiences shared by runners who have joined clubs. The conversation emphasises the importance of finding a running style that suits individual preferences, whether that be solo runs, training with a partner, or participating in a running club.

TRAINING PLANS

JULY 22 - In this episode of the Sapphire Running Zone members only podcast, Tim discusses the importance of training plans for runners, particularly those preparing for events like marathons. He outlines four key principles of effective training: progression, specificity, individualisation, and overload. The podcast features interviews with various runners who share their experiences and adaptations to their training plans, emphasising the need for flexibility and the importance of listening to one's body.

If you've got an entry in a running event and raise £1000 for charity you'll get a £150 pair of running shoes absolutely free. Too good to be true? It isn't. FIND OUT MORE

Check out all of our qualifying events here

FREE RUNNING SHOES ANYONE?

Why the 'Sapphire' Running Zone? For centuries the Sapphire has been seen a symbol of the heavens and a promoter of good health. Some wore it to ward off illness, or as protection while traveling. It helps find peace of mind and serenity and promotes a life of sincerity. Sums up running and fundraising nicely!

OUR BLOGS

You'll need a membership plan and be logged in to read the blogs in full.

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30 DAY CHALLENGES

Run or walk any of our 4 distances in up to 30 days and raise funds for your favourite charity

TRAINING PLANS

You'll need to have signed up to one of our Membership Plans to access our training plans.

FROM ONLY £1.99 A MONTH

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Running is not just a physical activity; it’s a journey to better mental health. At THE SAPPHIRE RUNNING ZONE, we celebrate the profound mental health benefits of running and of fundraising. Our global community is dedicated to improving lives by providing tools and support for runners of all levels. From reducing stress to enhancing emotional resilience, running can be transformative. Discover how our training plans, community support, and fundraising opportunities can help you achieve your goals while nurturing mental wellbeing. We are supporting runners to change lives - one mile, one cause at a time

THE SAPPHIRE RUNNING ZONE

If you've got an entry in a running event and raise £1000 for charity you'll get a £150 pair of running shoes absolutely free. Too good to be true? It isn't. FIND OUT MORE

Check out all of our qualifying events here

FREE RUNNING SHOES ANYONE?

OUR BLOGS

OUR 4 MEMBERSHIP PLANS

FROM ONLY £1.99 A MONTH

JOIN OUR MAILING LIST

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

THE SAPPHIRE RUNNING ZONE

If you've got an entry in a running event and raise £1000 for charity you'll get a £150 pair of running shoes absolutely free. Too good to be true? It isn't. FIND OUT MORE Check out all of our qualifying events here

FREE RUNNING SHOES ANYONE?

OUR BLOGS

OUR 4 MEMBERSHIP PLANS

FROM ONLY £1.99 A MONTH

JOIN OUR MAILING LIST

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you've got an entry in a running event and raise £1000 for charity you'll get a £150 pair of running shoes absolutely free. Too good to be true? It isn't. FIND OUT MORE

Check out all of our qualifying events here