The Belfast Telegraph Runher 5k & 10k series June 28, 2009 From eight to 70, from absolute beginners to an Olympic medalist, they ran
in their hundreds in Belfast’s second Runher celebration of fitness. The woman-only event took place at CIYMS rugby club in east Belfast in perfect dry conditions – and the streets were lined with the partners, children, family and friends of 1,020 women taking part in 5km and 10km runs to raise money for children’s cancer charity Clic Sargent. Olympic gold medallist Dame Mary Peters completed the 5k course.
"I was very happy just taking part and Clic Sargent is a very good charity. It’s wonderful watching 1,000 people out enjoying exercise and the support is wonderful.” And as perhaps the most senior participant, she added: "Age is no barrier to taking part in something like this as you can do it at your own level.”