Fun run for heart health
This year’s Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is returning to Paihia on May 13.
Runners and walkers will set off from the Paihia Village Green at 10am, joining a throng of more than 13,000 participants at 33 locations throughout New Zealand, from Paihia to Invercargill.
The Mother’s Day event is in support of women’s heart health.
This year is expected to be the biggest yet, with events at 10 new locations, including Cambridge, Taupo, Napier, Blenheim and Wanaka.
Each location will have up to three Commonwealth Games athletes assisting with the warmup, and all participants will receive an official event t-shirt designed by iconic New Zealand artist Dick Frizzell.
‘‘Heart disease is the single biggest killer of women in New Zealand, claiming the lives of more than 55 women each week,’’ says Heart Foundation Medical Director Gerry Devlin.
‘‘The Mother’s Day Fun Run/ Walk is a great way to raise muchneeded funds and awareness for heart health and encourage women to look after themselves by being fit and active.’’
Early Bird tickets are $20 for an adult and are available until the end of March.
There are also discounted rates for juniors and groups.
To register for the 5km event or for more information visit jennianmothersday.com