Lightning 12 Off-Road Endurance Run
If you’re looking to add that extra spark to your winter training, look no further than the Lightning 12 off-road endurance run. There’s no better way to stay motivated and keep fit through the cold, dark winter months than knowing you have an awesome challenge awaiting you next spring. The Lightning 12 is a 12-hour off-road endurance run with enough twists and turns to make sure the winter cobwebs are well and truly blown away. Entries for the event, on 21 March 2010, are available now.
Set in the heart of the Malvern Hills, the run takes place in the stunning grounds of Eastnor Castle Deer Park. The course will be as challenging as it is enjoyable, taking in the breathtaking scenery as the 10km route weaves its way up and down the hills and through the park’s dense woodland.
Whether running solo or as part of a team, all competitors will need plenty of grit and determination – as well as a healthy sense of adventure – if they are to cope with the fatigue, changing conditions and hours of darkness they will face. Mental and physical strength will be needed to tackle this unique challenge as runners pit themselves against the clock, the course, the competition and their own personal goals to ensure they reach the finish line 12 hours later.
The Lightning 12 is organised by the team behind this year’s Adidas Thunder Run 24-hour so runners can rest assured they will be well looked after. Ample course marking, a mid-point feed station and plenty of marshals will allow competitors to concentrate on enjoying the challenge and tackling the terrain.
Free camping will be available to all the night before the event. The race will get under way at 9am the following morning.
The event will be supported with excellent facilities including a team of masseurs, clean toilets, hot showers and a fantastic on-site caterer who will be on hand all weekend providing hot and cold food. Timing will be taken care of by ChampionChip electronic timing and all competitors will receive a quality goody bag and commemorative finishing memento to honour their hard work.
Entries are now open for soloists, pairs and teams of five and eight. Please complete the downloadable entry form available at www.provelosupportuk.com or www.runnersworld.com