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10 Dec 2024The Wright Way to Start 2025: Run the Month Marathon Edition
This January, TV personalities and cousins Mark and Elliott Wright are hitting the ground running—literally—for Run the Month: Marathon Edition. And they want you to join them to save men’s lives across the UK.
Elliott, a reality star and businessman, is no stranger to the challenge. This marks his fourth year taking on the 26.2-mile challenge, an annual event that’s close to his heart. This year, he’s bringing Heart Radio DJ, TV presenter, and keen runner Mark Wright along for the journey, creating a family affair in support for a cause close to both of their hearts.
Why the Wrights are running
The Wrights aren’t just running—they’re running for a deeply personal reason. Prostate cancer has touched their family twice, with both their grandad and dad/uncle Eddie being diagnosed with the disease. Unfortunately, Eddie sadly passed away in 2021. The Wright family is determined to make a difference, and now, they’re inviting you to stand (or run!) alongside them.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men as 1 in 8 men across the UK will be diagnosed with the disease. For Elliott and Mark, this challenge is about raising awareness, community and making a difference.
Run the Month is such a brilliant idea. It’s a way to get fit, especially after Christmas, while supporting a cause so close to our hearts. Prostate cancer has affected us like it has so many others, and we want to get the message out: get checked and look after yourself.
The Run the Month: Marathon Edition challenge invites supporters to run, walk or wheel 26.2 miles throughout January.
Running to save men’s lives
You're not just running to tick off your fitness goals—you’re running to save lives. Whether you’re a seasoned sprinter or a casual jogger, every mile and every donation helps fund lifesaving research and raise awareness about prostate cancer.
Since its launch in 2020, Run the Month has seen more than 43,000 participants raise an incredible £7.3 million, covering over a million miles. With the Wrights leading the charge in 2025, this year promises to be the biggest year yet.
Mark runs a lot, so it’s great to have him on board. We’re also hoping more family members join in, and the support grows even more this year. It’s all about making people aware of prostate cancer and helping fund groundbreaking research
Ready to take on the challenge?
By lacing up your trainers this January, you’ll not only kick off the New Year on a healthy note but also play a key role in raising vital awareness and funds for prostate cancer. Your efforts will help fund critical research aimed at early detection and better treatments.
Let’s make 2025 the biggest year yet! Sign up today, set your target, and hit the ground running this January. You don’t have to do it alone, either. Get your family, friends, or even your colleagues involved. Let’s create a team that’s unstoppable, just like the Wrights.
