40k Your Way in May
Join us this May! Challenge yourself to get active and support people living with MND
The Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association are asking you to join us this May and challenge yourself to complete 40km throughout the month (walk, jog, run, cycle, swim – do it your way!). By taking part, you will be raising funds to support over 470 families in Ireland living with Motor Neurone Disease. You will also be helping us mark 40 years of caring for the MND Community!
Every kilometre you cover will have an impact. All the funds you raise will support our services for people living with MND, including funding our 6 nurses, specialised medical equipment such as communication aids and wheelchairs and funding homecare hours… to name a few.
Over 85% of our income comes from people taking on challenges such as this. So lace up your runners and let’s go!
Registration is FREE and you will also receive a 40K Your Way in May cap and a card to help track your kilometres.
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Chris Gilmartin's Story
This June will be a year since we lost our dad, James Gilmartin. It is an honour and privilege to be asked to be an ambassador for the 40K Your Way in May.
I will be doing this challenge in his memory and to raise awareness for those fighting the ongoing battle that is MND.
When my Dad passed I set myself the challenge of running 120km last July. With the help of my 3 friends we raised vital funds for the IMNDA. With that said, I will be trebling the 40km Your Way in May to 120km with the hope of getting as many involved as possible.
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FAQs
What is 40K Your Way in May
40K Your Way in May is a fitness challenge to raise vital funds for over 470 families living with Motor Neurone Disease in Ireland. We are challenging you to walk, jog, run, cycle or swim 40 kilometres throughout the month of May. By taking part in this challenge, you are getting fit whilst doing something amazing to support people living with MND. You will also be helping us mark 40 years of caring for the MND Community in Ireland!
How do I sign up to take part?
This is an online challenge; you can sign up here.
Where and how do I take part?
The great thing about this challenge is that you decide! 40k Your Way in May means you can cover the 40 kilometres however you choose, whether it’s walking, running, cycling, swimming, or even a mix.
Break it down! 40 kilometres over 31 days averages just over 1.3 kilometres a day, which is very achievable. Or you could do a longer route each weekend if that suits you better.
Consider scenic routes or places with significance to make it memorable.
Can I up the challenge?
Yes! We have an option of 160k (100 miles) for those looking to really challenge themselves!!
Can I take part in a team?
Absolutely! Taking part as a team is fun and a great way to keep each other accountable for completing your challenge. When registering choose the team option and invite your team members to join you. Who can complete their 40km’s first?!
How do I fundraise?
This is an online fundraising challenge. When you sign up you will have your own online fundraising page to share with friends and family to support you.
How do I receive my 40K Your Way in May challenge pack?
You will be asked during sign up if you wish to receive a pack. Your pack contains a 40k Your Way in May cap and your all-important kilometre tracker card. All packs will be posted in time for you to start your challenge on May 1st.
Make sure to sign up by April 21st to guarantee you receive your pack in time to start your challenge on May 1st (Packs will still be posted after this date, while stocks last)
How do I track my progress throughout the month?
Use your smart phone, most have inbuilt apps to track daily activity.
Prefer to track online? You can easily link your fundraising page to online tracking devices such as Strava.
We also have a paper tracker we can send you to plan and mark off your achievement as you go. Stick it on your fridge to help keep yourself motivated! Download tracker here.
Where do the funds go?
The Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association is the primary organisation in Ireland providing care and support to families affected by MND. All funds you raise will go towards supporting our services.
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