{"id":6106,"date":"2026-06-16T16:16:23","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T15:16:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slimmingworld.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=6106"},"modified":"2026-06-16T16:16:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T15:16:56","slug":"race-for-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/race-for-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Run (or walk!) with Slimming World \u2013 and get 35% off 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&nbsp;Cancer Research UK\u2019s&nbsp;Race for Life again in 2026!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even better, we&#8217;re giving you the chance to get 35% off entry to Race for Life when you use the code <strong>SWRFL26<\/strong>* at the checkout.<\/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>\n<\/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>\n<\/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>\n<\/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>\n<\/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>\n<\/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>\n<\/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>\n<\/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>*You&#8217;re entitled to receive a 35% discount on the cost of entering a Race for Life event when you use code SWRFL26 at the checkout. <\/p>\n\n\n    <section class=\"block-embedded-widget-area alignwide\">\n        \t\t\t<section id=\"mm-newsletter-widget-3\" class=\"widget mm-newsletter-widget\">\t\n\t\t<div id=\"mm-newsletter-widget\" class=\"mm-newsletter-widget-form\" data-thanks_page=\"0\" data-thanks_page_url=\"\" data-thanks_page_new_window=\"0\">\n            <div class=\"wrapper\">\n                <aside>\n                    <header>\n                        <h2>Free 7-day eating plan<\/h4>\n                    <\/header>\n                    <p>You&#8217;ll also get our email newsletter with recipes, inspiration and exciting special offers<\/p>\n                <\/aside>\n\n                <div class=\"form-wrapper\">\n                    <form action=\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6106\" method=\"post\" id=\"newsletter-form\">\n\n                        <fieldset>\n                            <label class=\"input-label\">First name<\/label>\n                            <input type=\"text\" name=\"firstName\" placeholder=\"Enter your first name\" title=\"Enter your first name\" required>\n                        <\/fieldset>\n\n                        <fieldset>\n                            <label class=\"input-label\">Email address<\/label>\n                            <input type=\"email\" name=\"email\" placeholder=\"Enter your email address\" title=\"Enter your email address\" required>\n                        <\/fieldset>\n\n                        <fieldset>\n                                                            <div class=\"input-radio\">\n                                    <input id=\"classic-menu\" class=\"classic-menu\" type=\"radio\" name=\"menuType\" value=\"Classic\" checked>\n                                    <label for=\"classic-menu\">\n                                        I&#8217;d like the classic menu                                    <\/label>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"input-radio\">\n                                    <input id=\"vegetarian-menu\" class=\"vegetarian-menu\" type=\"radio\" name=\"menuType\" value=\"Vegetarian\">\n                                    <label for=\"vegetarian-menu\">\n                                        I&#8217;d like the vegetarian menu                                    <\/label>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"input-radio\">\n                                    <input id=\"vegan-menu\" class=\"vegan-menu\" type=\"radio\" name=\"menuType\" value=\"Vegan\">\n                                    <label for=\"vegan-menu\">\n                                        I&#8217;d like the vegan menu                                    <\/label>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/fieldset>\n\n                        <div class=\"button-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"g-recaptcha\" data-sitekey=\"6LdLR7cZAAAAAFDxo_6diZKq91dLeqE45o9GkrNL\" data-theme=\"light\" data-size=\"normal\"><\/div>\n                            <button class=\"submit is-secondary animation-light-background\" type=\"submit\" name=\"submit\">Sign me up<\/button>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/form>\n\n                    <p class=\"message-success\">Thank you for signing up. 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