Thousands of those taking part in The Big Half will be fundraising or raising awareness for a variety of charities and community organisations. Here is a small selection of the most inspiring participant stories this year.
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In 2025 the Vitality London 10,000 will showcase the rise in the number of female runners in the UK. Here we will tell some of the stories of those who have been inspired to take on the challenge of running 10K, and have overcome barriers to get there.
To mark turning 40, Khatiza Mohamed is running her first-ever 10K - and her first mass participation event - as a personal milestone.
Jack Rowe is set to chase history at The Big Half on Sunday 7 September, aiming to match Sir Mo Farah’s record of three victories in London’s premier half marathon. A win would not only equal Farah’s tally but also make Rowe the first athlete to triumph in three consecutive editions.
Inspired by her son’s best friend, Leanne Body aims to raise £1,000 for CLEFT, a charity dedicated to improving treatment and outcomes for people born with cleft lip and palate worldwide.
In 2025, the Vitality London 10,000 will tell some of the stories of those who have been inspired to take on the challenge of running 10K, and their motivations for doing so.
