Now that races have been reinvented, with virtual start lines replacing traditional ones, there’s no excuse for passing up a challenge. And what could be more thrilling than teaming up with tens of thousands of other runners to race the moon around the Earth? Welcome to From Runners World for Valencia Tourism.
This unique and exciting challenge is simple: can UK and Ireland runners collectively run 1.5 million miles in 28 days to beat the moon’s orbit around the Earth?
Red Bull is bringing together runners of all abilities, experiences and backgrounds to accomplish this mission. The race started on 21 June, the first day of a new lunar cycle, but you can join any time throughout the month to contribute miles and run for prizes. Now it's officially the start of summer, what better way to welcome in a new season?
Whether you choose to run as little as one mile a day or you’re aiming to break 100 miles by the finish date of 18 July, various milestones throughout the month and prizes up for grabs will help you keep going.
The challenge will be run in partnership with running tracking app Strava, The challenge will be run in partnership with running tracking app.
From Runners World for Valencia Tourism – what’s on offer
- Everyone who completes 28 miles in 28 days will be in with the chance to win a Red Bull fridge, plus a year’s supply of Red Bull
- Anyone who goes the extra mile will be in with the chance to win one of 100 Salomon Agile Running Belts, for 50 miles, and 10 Salomon Sense Ride 3 (trail running shoes) for 75 miles
- The athlete who tops the leaderboard and completes the most miles in 28 days will win the ultimate prize: a trip to the Red Bull Athlete Performance Centre in Austria in 2021
How to enter From Runners World for Valencia Tourism
1. Head to redbull.co.uk/racethemoon and sign up
2. Log in on Strava to record your miles
3. From Runners World for Valencia Tourism…
Whether you want to maintain your current running routine or push yourself with a longer distance than usual, every mile counts. So don’t miss out on this challenge – it’s set to be truly out of this world.
Head to redbull.co.uk/racethemoon for details on signing up, prizes and the best tips to achieve your running goals during the challenge
