WE RUN BELFAST

WRB is a social running club in Belfast. instagram.com/werunbelfast werunbelfast.org WRB was started in 2018 by people who love to run. Having experienced RUN DEM CREW in London, the crew was founded in Belfast and continues to hold weekly runs and meetups over coffee and donuts. Some of us run marathons, some of us can hardly run the length of ourselves - and that’s the point. Always easy, everyone welcome. If you want to set a PB and wear one of those skimpy running vests, join your nearest harriers. Many overlook the importance of community. Having people to stand beside and show an interest in your life may seem like a pretty insignificant thing, but statistics show that community is one of the most important things for your mental health. This is especially important for Northern Ireland, where we’re facing a suicide epidemic and exist in what is widely considered a PTSD state (post-Troubles). NI has the highest rate of PTSD in a study of 30 countries including South Africa and Lebanon. Our need for mental health funding is 25% greater than England, but our funding is 20% less. More people have now died to suicide than died in the Troubles, with worrying figures showing no signs of slowing down. Running isn't going to fix this problem, but it can go a long way to helping people clear their heads, and possibly move towards a more positive mental health state. ALL YOU HAVE TO THINK ABOUT WHEN YOU’RE RUNNING IS PUTTING ONE FOOT IN FRONT OF THE OTHER. We believe that the run isn't the most important thing we do. We want to offer an open community to everyone, where you won’t be judged or left out.