Chief Tech ‘Stan’ Winstanley set himself an ambitious challenge for 2021. He is running 10km a day, every day this year. That is the equivalent of London to Edinburgh and back… three times!
Stan, an engineer at RAF Waddington, said:
“Anyone who knows me can testify that I am not naturally built for running, nor was I an advertisement for healthy living, especially before I started training. At 42 and getting too long in the tooth, this is a serious challenge.”
The challenge is going well, Stan has now completed eight months, covering 2,725.72 km (1,693.68 miles) of his 12 month, 3,650 km (2,265-mile) target. He continued:
“Some days have been harder than others, but I haven’t missed a day yet. I’d like to thank everyone who has donated money so far, their donations will go to two excellent causes.
“I have witnessed over my 24-year RAF career the support given by the RAF Association to the RAF family. Support is available whether you’re currently serving or you’re a veteran (regular or reservist), a spouse, partner, or other dependant. You never know, it maybe you that needs that help in the future.”
Amy Petterson, Head of Community Fundraising at the Association, said:
“What Stan is doing is incredible and as a runner myself, I know how hard it can be to get those trainers on and hit the streets when it’s gloomy and raining outside. His fundraising will help us to support members of the RAF community when they need us, so thank you Stan!”
Stan is raising money for the RAF Association and Cancer Research UK, with donations being split 50/50. You can follow Stan Winstanley’s progress or make a donation here.
Are you up to the challenge?
If you would like to take on your own challenge and raise money for us, why not take a look at our challenge events page. Whether you choose running, walking, cycling or anything else, you’ll be supporting vulnerable members of our RAF community.
