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Earlier on in the year, I was brainstorming ideas to celebrate Virtual Runner’s 10th year and one of the things on the list was to run 10 different parkruns in 10 weeks in the run...

Virtual Runner UK was founded by Susan from Nottingham and for any small business surviving 10 years is definitely a milestone that should be celebrated! There have been many developments within VR UK, but so...

Preparing for an in-real-life running event can be both exhilarating and nerve-wracking. Whether it’s your first race or you’re a seasoned runner, the excitement and anticipation can sometimes lead to a mix of emotions. In...

This is certainly not going to be the easiest blog I have written – the words themselves are fine. However, how can I possibly pick out favourite medals from the past 10 years? I have...

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding way to stay active, improve your mental well-being, and be part of an incredible community? Look no further than running! Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a...

Running is one of the simplest yet most effective forms of exercise, but it can feel daunting if you’re unsure how to get started.   In the latest of our blogs to celebrate Virtual Runner’s...

We are so excited to announce that you can now get your hands (or feet!) on a pair of Virtual Runner-branded Monkey Sox.     We’ve been big fans of the brand for ages and...

It started as a way of raising sponsorship for founder Susan’s first marathon attempt, but over the past ten years Virtual Runner has transformed into something far bigger than she could ever have imagined. Here,...

When Virtual Runner’s founder Susan first set up the organisation ten years ago, her main aim was to raise some sponsorship for an upcoming marathon.   Fast forward a decade and the initiative has raised...