The Annual 5k Fun Run
Bellahouston Park
1st April 2012
Hundreds of people from across Glasgow are expected to pull on their trainers next month for one of the city’s most popular races, the annual Glasgow Running Network 5k Fun Run in Bellahouston Park.
Since its launch in 2001 the GRN 5k Fun Run has grown in popularity and last year attracted a record-breaking 780 participants. Entries are now open for this year’s race, which takes place on Sunday 1 April, and organisers are hopeful of a similar number of participants. The GRN 5k is open to males and females over 15 years of age and regularly attracts runners, joggers and walkers.
Online entries will close on Sunday 25 March though you can still register to enter right up till race day by calling the race hotline. Entry costs £11, with all Glasgow Running Network and Glasgow Club members receiving a £2 discount. To book your place please visit www.runglasgow.org/GRN or telephone 0141 287 5079. All finishers will be given a recorded time, a t-shirt, medal and goody bag. On the day registration, costing £10, will also be available.
New 2012 Running Network Brochure Launched!
Whether you are a total beginner, can run 3 miles or want to aim for 10k or half marathon, there’s something for everyone.
We cater for men and women of all ages and capabilities in a supportive, safe and fun environment. All groups are led by our friendly qualified jog leaders.
Download the new brochure here.
Getting into Running
We also have some new courses for beginners which include the Shape Up diet and exercise programme designed to help you lose weight, tone up and improve fitness, also Pushy Parents which is a session designed for new parents to get fit in the park behind the wheel of your pram.
Fun Runs to the Great Scottish Run
Bellahouston Park was turned into a sea of red on Sunday 27 March 2011 as the Glasgow Running Network's annual 5k Fun Run set yet another record.
Since its launch in 2001 the 5k Fun Run has grown in popularity and last year attracted a record-breaking 650 participants. However, this year an impressive 780 people signed up - an increase of 20% on 2010. From dedicated club runners looking to set personal bests to those running for the first time the fun run had it all, including bright red t-shirts which were proudly worn by those taking part.
As well as being a fun day out for runners, the 5k race represents a key training milestone for those taking part in longer distance races including the 2011 Ignis Asset Management Women's 10k on Sunday 8 May and the Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run on Sunday 4 September.
Visit the Glasgow Running Network website.