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Mum's the word with Race for Life

AS MOTHER'S day approaches, Cancer Research UK has the perfect way for women in Aberystwyth to show how much they care – by entering Race for Life with their mums.

Signing up to Race for Life offers the ideal solution to the annual gift dilemma and gives the unique opportunity to help beat cancer. As well as providing a great excuse for mothers and daughters to spend quality time together as they walk, jog or run 5k, there’s the added benefit of supporting Cancer Research UK’s vital work.

This year Race for Life in Aberystwyth takes place on Sunday, 16 May, at 11.00am on the town's promenade again. Last year 1585 women walked, jogged or ran the event which took place for the 8th time in the town and raised an incredible £89,260. In 2010 organisers are encouraging 1800 women to put their best feet forward and raise £ 97,861.

Kelly Rumble, South Wales Event Manager for Race for Life, said: “Mother's Day is the perfect opportunity to show your mum how much you care. By securing places to take part in Race for Life, you will able to cherish time spent fundraising, training and taking part together.

She added: “This year Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life is going to be full of amazing moments for everyone - from lining up at the start, side-by-side with thousands of other women, to reading the inspirational ‘back-signs’ worn by participants to the fantastic sense of achievement from crossing the finish line.”

“Race for Life in Aberystwyth has an unforgettable atmosphere with local women of all ages and fitness abilities coming together to make a positive difference to the lives of people touched by cancer. They motivate and inspire each other to complete the 5k, with many simply walking round, chatting and having fun.”

Women in Aberystwyth can enter Race for Life at www.raceforlife.org or by calling 0871 641 1111.