25,000 people are living with an inherited retinal dystrophy in the UK. We’re asking you to team up with a friend or family member and take on 25,000 steps between you each day for 25 days. Together, you’ll help support people to lead better lives today and search for treatments for the future. Once you’ve completed your steps, you’ll get your well-earned medal in the post.
How to take part
Pick your challenge partner (this could be someone local you can walk with or if they’re further away, you can split the steps and walk independently)
Sign up (both you and your challenge partner will need to register)
Create a fundraising page so your family and friends can support you
Start your steps and record them as you go (use a smartphone, fitness tracker or pedometer)
Complete the challenge and submit your evidence to virtual@forcharities.com
Put your feet up and wait for the postman to drop off your medal!
Important things to know
Keeping safe
Participation in The Big Step Challenge is at your own risk. If you have any medical conditions that could be adversely affected by exercise or if you are in any doubt about your health, seek advice from your doctor. As you complete The Big Step Challenge, please pay close attention to and follow the latest Government advice on social distancing.
Evidence Submission
Simply take a picture of your fitness tracker, watch or any other tech device which can show you having completed your challenge and send it via email to virtual@runforcharity.com. Include your name and that you completed the Big Step Challenge for Retina UK. Runforcharity.com is operated by Sports Media Agency LTD. All medals are subject to availability at this time so please bear with us during isolation however we will aim for no later than 2 weeks after isolation ends if there are any delays. Please note that all International Registrations (outside of the UK) will have to cover a £10 postage fee before the medal is posted.
