Cottingham Timed Run/Walk Series 2026–2027: Challenge yourself, cheer each other on!

The 2026–2027 Timed Run/Walk Series is underway, giving Cottingham Fitmums and Friends members a monthly opportunity to challenge themselves, see how they are progressing and, most importantly, enjoy being active together!

On one evening each month, our usual range of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6-mile options takes a little break. Instead, members can choose to run or walk either 2 or 3 miles, with the aim of completing their chosen distance either at pace to create a challenge, or simply to complete the distance at their chosen pace.

Whether you're hoping to improve your time, maintain your current pace or simply see what you can do on the night, the series offers a regular opportunity to challenge yourself. It's not about competing against other people – it's about having a personal goal to work towards and seeing how you get on from month to month.

The timed evenings also give our wonderful volunteer leaders a chance to enjoy running or walking themselves! We are incredibly grateful to the volunteers who step in to time participants and record their results, making the whole series possible.

And while the timings are part of the fun, one of the best things about these evenings is the atmosphere. As people finish and make their way back, there's plenty of encouragement, congratulations and support for everyone, whatever their distance or time. Every finish matters, and members are there to celebrate each other's efforts.  

That's what Fitmums and Friends is all about: encouraging people to be active, supporting one another and recognising that progress looks different for everyone.

A huge thank you to all the volunteers who help make our timed run/walk evenings happen, and well done to everyone taking part in this season's series. We look forward to seeing how everyone gets on over the coming months!