12 A Week Challenge

Thank you to the 150 supporters who covered over 2,000 miles in the CRY

On Saturday 25 November 2023, 150 participants started to clock up the miles by walking, running, horse riding, swimming, hiking, cycling and jogging.

The 12 A Week Challenge took place during Raising Awareness Week which ran from 25 November to 3 December 2023. Each of the 12 miles/activities completed represented the 12 young sudden cardiac deaths that happen every week in the UK.

As the week went on, participants shared photos and updates of their challenge on Facebook and Instagram. Participants congratulated each other and shared their stories and reasons for taking part.

For many, taking on the event was a mix of emotions as the miles were completed, remembering those who have died from young sudden cardiac death.

We heard stories from participants who challenged themselves even more by walking 12 miles a day, 12-mile daily bike rides, 12-hour back-to-back exercise, 12-mile horse rides and many more.

In total, over 2,000 miles were covered and a variety of activities were completed – which is a fantastic amount!

Congratulations and well done to everyone who completed the challenge. Your efforts have been amazing and we are pleased to announce that a fantastic total of £16,750 has been raised to date by 150 participants.

We are so grateful to each and every one of you who took part and to your friends and families who supported you through this challenge, as raising awareness for CRY is vital.