19/05/2025
On Sunday May 11th, 59 registered runners took to the streets of Bristol to run 10km in aid of LAM Action. Over 24,000 runners took part in the event, running both the 10k and the half marathon. The morning started off warm, with clear blue skies and the sun beaming down on the runners, and as the start time of 8.30am was approaching, it was getting hotter and hotter.
After a group warm up on the start line, the runners set off in three waves of decreasing pace, with a healthy LAM Action representation in each. There were plenty of entertainment zones including drag queens and DJs, and a huge number of supporters lining the route encouraging runners onwards. Due to the heat, there was also an optional cool shower to run through at the 3km mark, which we are reliably informed was needed. The route, which is predominantly flat, does have one short, but taxing incline towards the end. At the foot of this hill was the Avon Fire and Rescue Service showing their support - by aptly blasting out ‘Running Up That Hill’ by Kate Bush.
Our fastest female of the day was Hal Brooks-Johnson who completed the race with a new personal best of 51 minutes and 25 seconds. And our fastest male on the day was Connor Morton, who completed the 10k in a time of 41 minutes and 46 seconds. But it wasn’t just about the fastest, we are hugely proud of every one of our runners who completed the event amid taxing conditions, with many achieving personal bests. Two LAM Action trustees; Adam and Harriet Davidson (Harriet is also a LAM patient) participated and completed in a respectable time of 01:05:08.
Well done everyone and thank you for supporting LAM Action!
