SITE RUN THE WORLD INITIATIVE / SITE RUNS IRELAND
April 10, 2008As part of the Society of Incentive and Travel Executives (SITE) Run the World Initiative, Kenneth Lyons of Custom Ireland has undertaken a challenge to run four marathons in Ireland in 2008. The marathons will take place in Connemara, Belfast City, Cork City and Dublin City on the 6th April, 5th May, 2nd June and 27th October 2008 respectively. This challenge provides an opportunity to showcase Ireland’s diversity whilst raising money for UNICEF, the chosen charity for the SITE Run the World Initiative. SITE Ireland has given Ken its full support as he takes on this challenge. This initiative is testament to the commitment, which SITE has to its members and is a creative way of bringing all members closer together.
On the 6th April, Ken completed his first marathon in Connemara. Connemara in the West of Ireland offers the visitor beautiful landscapes, a break from city life and the buzz that can only be experienced from spending time outdoors and soaking up the sheer beauty and remoteness of the region. The attached photos will do the region more justice than words ever can. Anyone who took part in the “Connemarathon” will remember the uphill climbs, adverse weather conditions and solitude that the course provided. More importantly, participants will never forget the feeling of joy and relief upon crossing the finish line and the team spirit among all in attendance. A truly great running event and for those who relish a challenge, one that should not be missed.
The next marathon as part of the SITE Runs Ireland Challenge will take place in Belfast in Northern Ireland on Monday the 5th May. The city of Belfast has undergone a huge transformation in recent years and for people interested in experiencing a diverse and developing city, Belfast should be high on their city break wish list!
Time to the hit the pavements so it’s bye for now!
KL
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- Lough Inagh. Connemara marathon starting point
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- Breathtaking view at marathon start point
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- Only 26 miles to go!
we are so proud of what ken is doing and to show our support a team from custom ireland will run in a relay team the Cork marathon to support him.
well done ken
Hi Ken, hope you’re doing well. just read the article. this is a great thing you’re doing. good luck, danica (malta)
Hi Danica,
Thanks so much for the message. All is going well and looking forward to the next challenge. Remember to check back for updates and I hope to see you at a SITE event soon.