Write up 2023
On Saturday the 25th November 2023, 150 participants started to clock up the miles by walking, running, horse riding, swimming, hiking, cycling and jogging. The 12 A Week Challenge took place during Raising Awareness Week which ran from 25th November- 3rd December 2023. Each of the 12 miles/ activities completed represented the 12 young sudden cardiac deaths that happen every week in the UK.
As the week went on, participants shared photos and updates of their challenge on Facebook and Instagram. Participants congratulated each other, shared their stories and reasons for taking part. For many participants, taking on the event was a mix of emotions as the miles were completed, remembering those who have died from Young Sudden Cardiac Death.
We heard stories from participants who challenged themselves even more by walking 12 miles a day, 12 mile bike rides, 12 hour back to back exercise, 12 mile Horse Rides, and many more.
In total, over 2,000 miles were covered and a variety of activities were completed – which is a fantastic amount!
Congratulations and well done to everyone who completed the 12 A Week Challenge. Your efforts have been amazing and we are pleased to announce that a fantastic total of £16,750 has been raised to date, by all 150 participants. We are so grateful to each and every one of you who took part and to your friends and family who supported you through this challenge as raising awareness for CRY is vital.
If you have a write up and/or photos of you taking part, please send this to events@c-r-y.org.uk.
