ALONG WITH DREARY weather, low bank balances and the urge to book a holiday as soon as possible, January brings with it an influx of health and fitness related events.
Whether your goals for the year are health and fitness inspired or not, getting involved in an event that will get your heart racing is sure to help towards beating the January blues, if nothing else.
From running up the Sugar Loaf to competing in a marathon, we’ve rounded up four events around the country that are sure to make you sweat…
When: January 13, 1:10pm
Where: Belleek Woods, Co Mayo
Run, walk or jog 13.1 miles through Belleek Woods on World Half Marathon Day. The registration fee is €25, with everyone who completes the event receiving a medal.
Find out more information here.
When: January 11, 11:30pm
Where: Seatown Business Campus, Swords, Co Dublin
Not for the faint-hearted, this event runs throughout the night and into the following day, with female participants aiming to burn 5,000 calories, males aiming for 7,000 calories and trainers aiming to burn 10,000 calories in less than 24 hours.
When: January 19, 10am-2pm
Where: Sugar Loaf, Co Wicklow
Tackle a different type of ‘sugar’ after Christmas by participating in a 10km run up and around the Sugar Loaf. Entry is €20 for early birds, and €25 thereafter.
Find out more information here.
When: January 6
Where: The Mall, Armagh
If looking for a last-minute event, Run Armagh has organised a full and half marathon and 10km race for this Sunday, January 6. Cost is £20 per ticket and registration is essential.
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