People across the West are being encouraged to register for the 9th annual Croí Night Run which will take place on Friday, 13 October.
Daíthí Ó Sé, who is a strong advocate for heart health, will be in Salthill to participate in the 5k event which raises funds and shine a light on heart health each year.
Media partner iRadio will also have the iTeam at the start line to get participants pumped and ready for another great night run.
Registration is open to people of all abilities and everyone is encouraged to get involved, young and old, family, friends, and work colleagues to run, jog or walk 5km in aid of Croí!
With thanks to Benecol, 100% of the proceeds will go directly to supporting Croí services.
This includes sustaining health and support initiatives and community programmes including a free community helpline, Croí Connects, and the Croí Courtyard Apartments, available to families in need of accommodation while their loved ones receive heart or stroke care in University Hospital Galway.
Christine Flanagan, Director of Fundraising at Croí, said: “Following a hugely successful event last year with over 2,000 participants, we continue to encourage people to take their heart health seriously for 2023 and sign up early for this year’s event to run, jog or walk 5km in aid of Croí.”
“We expect this year to be a sell out event, so we would advise early registration. We would like to thank heart health advocate Daíthí Ó’Sé, Benecol and media partner iRadio for their support.”
Heart health advocate Daíthí Ó Sé said he is delighted to participate in Croí’s 5k Night Run, where he will be taking part on team Benecol, the sponsor of this year’s run.
“Benecol wants to spread cholesterol awareness and encourage everyone to get their cholesterol levels tested,” he said.
“Lots of people are unaware that their levels are high even though it affects 60% of the Irish population.
“Take me for example, I didn’t know my cholesterol was high until I went to my annual check-up with the doctor. To get it down, I’ve been taking Benecol shots in the morning with my breakfast. It’s a simple change that’s making a big difference to my health.”
Participants will receive a special Croí Night Run Goodie Bag which will include a NEW limited-edition Croí Night Run long-sleeve running jacket and Benecol® goodies. To learn more visit: croi.ie/events and croi.ie/event/9th-annual-croi-night-run/
