HESSEQUA NEWS - The Run Your City (RYC) Series' latest Strava Challenge is encouraging runners to put their love for running to good use by "Running for a cause" on Saturday, 14 August, between 05:00 and 22:00.

"Charity support has been an important focus of the RYC Series," says Michael Meyer, founder of the series. 

"Being in the midst of a pandemic, charities are feeling the pinch more than ever. We are excited to encourage the RYC Series Community to show its support by taking on the challenge. Runners can choose their own distance, location and route."

Once runners have joined the "Run for a cause" Challenge on Strava, they can either dedicate their run to one of the RYC Series Charities, or go one step further by starting their own fundraising page and support a cause close to their hearts.

Runners are reminded to capture and share their activities, routes, photos and dedicated cause to the RYC Series Club Page on Strava. Don't forget to include #RunYourCity #RunForACause #RunPuma. An awesome pair of Puma Deviate Nitro Spectra running shoes to the value of R4 000 is up for grabs.

How to join the event:

• Use the link: www.strava.com/clubs/rycs.

• You will need to create a Strava Account before you can join.

• Click on the orange "I'm in" button displayed next to the Event listing.

Runners must record their run using a smartphone (Android or iPhone device) or smart watch (Garmin, TomTom, Suunto, Fitbit, Polar.)

All runners must protect their health and safety and that of others by social distancing while running. Runners are encouraged to keep up to date with the latest news and guidelines from their local and national authorities.

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