Press release -
Devon runners raise over £13,000 for the Stroke Association
Around 380 people from Devon ran, jogged and walked on Sunday 25 February, raising more than £13,000 for the Stroke Association at the charity’s Resolution Run.
A sea of purple fundraisers took to Escot Park to complete a 5k, 10k or 15k course, after making a resolution that counts. The event was one of 30 runs organised by the Stroke Association, to raise funds for vital research and to support people affected by stroke in the South West.
Jen Robinson-Slater, Community and Events Fundraiser at the Stroke Association, said: “Every five minutes across the UK, someone’s life is turned upside down by stroke. By taking part in our Resolution Run, each runner has helped us continue to support stroke survivors and their families as they rebuild their lives.
“Exeter based running leader, Emma Kessie, helped warm up our runners on the day, and A R Sports Therapy offered massages at the end of the run. We’re extremely grateful to everyone who took part and volunteered on the day – it was a fantastic turn out and a great day for everyone involved.”
At least half of strokes could be prevented if people made simple lifestyle changes, such as keeping blood pressure under control and exercising more.
For more information about the Resolution Run Series, visit http://www.stroke.org.uk/resolution, email resolution@stroke.org.uk or call 0300 330 0740.