{"id":6106,"date":"2026-03-23T09:07:44","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T09:07:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slimmingworld.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=6106"},"modified":"2026-03-31T11:09:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T10:09:00","slug":"race-for-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.ie\/blog\/race-for-life\/","title":{"rendered":"50% off Race for Life entry"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>After the amazing success of 2025 \u2013 when, together, we raised almost \u00a31.2 million for Cancer Research UK \u2013 Slimming World is delighted to be an official sponsor of\u00a0Cancer Research UK\u2019s\u00a0Race for Life again in 2026!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A special offer just for you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Slimming World members and Consultants\u00a0will get\u00a050% off the\u00a0entry fee\u00a0when\u00a0they sign up to Race for Life. Just use the promo code <strong><em>SWSPR26<\/em><\/strong> on the official Race for Life site\u00a0before 19th April 2026\u00a0to redeem\u00a0the\u00a0discount.*\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org\/find-an-event\"><strong>Find an event near me<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Race for Life?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve never taken part before, the aim is to run, walk or jog a distance of 3, 5 or 10K (decked out in pink if you like!), to raise money for research into cancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our video crew went along to last year&#8217;s York event, to cheer on Slimming World racers and give you a sneak peek of what to expect&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/players.brightcove.net\/5245389806001\/default_default\/index.html?videoId=6373046465112\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" width=\"900\" height=\"390\"><\/iframe><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At Slimming World, we believe that exercise is for everyone, and we&#8217;ll support you on your journey to becoming more active \u2013 no matter your fitness level or lifestyle. Race for Life is a brilliant event for our members to sign up for, as you can go at a pace to suit you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our members made the finish line!<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Body-RaceForLife-MaryWatkins_SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"Consultant Mary Watkins and friends at Race for Life 2025\" class=\"wp-image-13160\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Consultant Mary Watkins and her team raised an incredible \u00a34,000.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Body-RaceForLife-ScottSmith_SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"Scott Smith selfie with Slimming World at Race for Life 2025\" class=\"wp-image-13161\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Consultant Scott Smith enjoyed a race in the sunshine with some members of his group.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Body-RaceForLife-EmilyKingV2_SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"Emily King at Race for Life 2025\" class=\"wp-image-13159\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Our member Emily ran to raise money for a cause close to her heart.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Body-RaceForLife-CharlieGrainger_SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"Charlie Grainger selfie with medal at Race for Life 2025\" class=\"wp-image-13157\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Consultant Charlie Grainger ran 5k in less than 30 minutes &#8211; go Charlie!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/group-or-online-membership\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"122\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/SeeRealResults-SmallCTA-2026_SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"see real results - find out more Slimming World\" class=\"wp-image-15518\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Read our real-life Race for Life stories<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Header-Craig-MarathonBiois-SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"marathon 2025 - craig\" class=\"wp-image-12067\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:500px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Our member Craig ran Race for Life in memory of his dad, and raised more than \u00a31,000 for Cancer Research UK. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/real-life-stories\/craig-stokes\">Read his story<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Body-lisa-eden-after-body-event_sw_success_SlimmingWorldBlog.jpg\" alt=\"Race for Life 2024\" class=\"wp-image-9980\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:500px;height:500px\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>After losing 13st (85kg), Lisa (on the right), whizzed around the Race for Life track last summer! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/real-life-stories\/lisa-eden\">Read her story<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exclusive 10-week running plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do fancy running the event, Slimming World members get access to a 10-week training guide to help prepare. This step by step plan will gradually build your confidence and stamina, until you&#8217;re able to run\/walk for 40 minutes \u2013 perfect for the 5k Race for Life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/member.slimmingworld.co.uk\/features\/beginners-guide-to-running\">Find the training plan here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join in the fun<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not yet a Slimming World member, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/nearest-group-search\">search for a local group<\/a> or find out more about our digital-only service, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/what-happens-online\">Slimming World Online<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/group-or-online-membership\">Join Slimming World<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>*<em>50% off registration is available to the first 5,000 people who enter Race for Life using promo code SWSPR26. 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