What’s on?
Now in its 37th year running (pun intended), Scotland’s largest mass-participation marathon will get underway this weekend. Starting off at George Square, this year’s event includes a 10k run and a half marathon. Warm-up kicks off at 9.30am and the 10k run starts at 10am wave-by-wave, before the half-marathon starts at 11.30am.
The course runs from George Square through the Kingston Bridge, down to Pollok Park before coming up through Finnieston and finishing at Glasgow Green. A full map of the route can be found here.
If you’re running, keep your eyes peeled for the water stations at the 3rd, 7th, 9th and 12th miles. There will also be Bands on the Run to boost your running spirit with their music, and charity cheering points, where everyone will be motivating you to keep on going!
If you’re being driven to the event or planning on driving, please be mindful of closed roads and streets.Full information can be found here.
Our take
At Arnold Clark, we’re passionate about supporting events like the Great Scottish Run. Apart from being the official vehicle sponsor, we will also be giving away free goodies at the finish line on Glasgow Green and ‘well done’ tokens. Just look out for our street team.
On our Instagram, @arnoldclark_ltd, we will be sharing exclusive content from the marathon this Sunday. We’ll also be sharing exciting photos on our Twitter and Facebook pages.
Running the extra mile
Each of the expected 30,000 runners has their own motivation for participating in the marathon. We asked one of the athletes we support, 2014 Commonwealth Games boxing gold medalist Charlie Flynn, to tell us his.
‘There is always such a vibrant atmosphere and positive buzz at this event! It’s very inspiring to see ordinary people who have decided to challenge themselves and run this marathon for a good cause. I also like meeting fellow athletes and having a bit of a laugh while we run. But most of all, I think that the most noble reason to take part is to support the charity you believe in the most.’
There are some truly inspirational stories of people representing incredible causes at the Great Scottish Run, which make us very proud to support the event.
Are you running for charity? Tell us who you’re helping by sharing a photo with #ImRunningFor and let’s spread the word!