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Mel's Birmingham Run (Jan '24 Update)

Published on 11 January 2024 03:08 PM

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January 2024 Update

Run with Dr Mel on 5th May to help celebrate her 70th Birthday and raise vital funds for Age UK Birmingham and Age UK Sandwell

To celebrate her 70th birthday, prominent Birmingham physiotherapist and advocate of older people's health, Dr Melrose Stewart MBE, is taking part in the AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run on 5th May 2024. She will be raising money for Age UK Birmingham and Age UK Sandwell. 

“This year I will be celebrating my 70th birthday and to mark this great milestone, I am planning to run my first official half marathon. Why? Because I recognise that many people my age are not as fortunate as I am to have good health.  Faced with physical, as well as mental health challenges, many older people suffer in silence and struggle to complete the simple daily tasks many of us take for granted.

All donations will be used by Age UK Birmingham and Age UK Sandwell to support older people to remain independent, stay connected and enjoy a good quality of life.” - Dr. Mel

Further information below

The Secret to Aging Gracefully? Staying Active!
 
Who says growing older means slowing down? As we age, staying fit becomes more important than ever—not just for physical health but for mental well-being too. The benefits? Increased mobility, sharper minds, and a happier life!
 
Now, how about putting that fitness mantra into action?
 
Dr. Melrose Stewart MBE is about to celebrate her big 7-0, and she's doing it in style—by running in the AJ Bell Great 10K Birmingham Run on May 5, 2024. And guess what? She invites YOU to join her!
 
The Cause: Funds for Age UK Birmingham & Age UK Sandwell
 
The Mission: To shatter ageist stereotypes and inspire a culture of active aging
Ready to challenge the norms and grow fit, not just old? Lace up and team up with Mel for this fantastic cause.
 
Register Now and make your miles matter!
Come break a sweat, not a stereotype!
 
Original news article:
 
Celebrating her milestone 70th birthday, Dr. Melrose Stewart MBE isn't slowing down—she's speeding up for a good cause! Join her at the AJ Bell Great 10K Birmingham Run on May 5, 2024, as she raises funds for Age UK Birmingham and Age UK Sandwell.
 
Tired of the negativity around aging? Mel is too. A passionate well-being advocate, she's on a quest to break down ageist barriers. 

Ready to shatter stereotypes? Support Mel in her mission to pave the way for fitter futures across all ages. Her ultimate goal is two-fold: to ensure equitable access to better health and to inspire seniors to lead an active lifestyle.

#FitterAging #ActiveSeniors #Fundraiser #DrMelroseStewart 

Want to make an even bigger impact? If you're considering joining the run and would like to team up with Mel to raise funds for Age UK Birmingham and Age UK Sandwell, you can register here: https://ajbellgreatbirminghamrun2024.enthuse.com/ageukbirmingham/profile

Don't just grow old, grow fit. Back Mel's mission today!

Find out more about the run itself here: https://www.greatrun.org/events/great-birmingham-run/
 

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