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Some top-tips for fitness, our latest news, latest events and team views on the world of fundraising and fitness.
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![The Putney Bridge Backyard Ultra! PB or not PB?](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8481db_262d211ef71540f9a98e849dfa5446e6~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_295,h_221,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/8481db_262d211ef71540f9a98e849dfa5446e6~mv2.webp)
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The Putney Bridge Backyard Ultra! PB or not PB?
Wow! Just WOW! Many of you were reading the updates as they were posted and for those who don’t know this event, it is 4.1 miles within 1...
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![Upcoming Event: Running Together for Fitness and a Cause with VIM Fundraising](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8481db_f9c9d2d7ab07495e8eb37e116ff724c2~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_296,h_197,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/8481db_f9c9d2d7ab07495e8eb37e116ff724c2~mv2.webp)
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Upcoming Event: Running Together for Fitness and a Cause with VIM Fundraising
At VIM Fundraising, we believe in the power of unity, fitness, and giving back to the community. As part of our ethos, we cover all...
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![Pushing the Limits: John Stocker Takes on the Suffolk Backyard Ultra Event](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8481db_0dc10c26395f4f3ea01d487cac5bd04e~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_295,h_393,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/8481db_0dc10c26395f4f3ea01d487cac5bd04e~mv2.webp)
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Pushing the Limits: John Stocker Takes on the Suffolk Backyard Ultra Event
This weekend is shaping up to be an exciting one for VIM Fundraising as our running coach, the incredible John Stocker, is gearing up to...
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![Breaking boundaries: Tackling my first solo 10k and loving every minute of it.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8481db_c70a5fc48e294e228d229470527143b8~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_295,h_197,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/8481db_c70a5fc48e294e228d229470527143b8~mv2.webp)
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Breaking boundaries: Tackling my first solo 10k and loving every minute of it.
SO I DID IT! I plucked up the courage to take on a 10k running event alone, without my usual support by my side, although my VIM crew...
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![The Long 100km Walk To Success - Jurassic Coast.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8481db_f589507dc5ac47e59ccc113c60a1eac0~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_296,h_395,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/8481db_f589507dc5ac47e59ccc113c60a1eac0~mv2.webp)
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The Long 100km Walk To Success - Jurassic Coast.
All I can say is wow. That is one hilly route that pushes you to the max. I set off on my journey at 4:45 am Saturday morning to get my...
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!["Surviving the 100km Jurassic Coast Challenge: A Walk to Remember"](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8481db_1e4ac102b35d4f3392b2f9e2645ecf26~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_295,h_167,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/8481db_1e4ac102b35d4f3392b2f9e2645ecf26~mv2.webp)
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"Surviving the 100km Jurassic Coast Challenge: A Walk to Remember"
Hey everyone! I wanted to share my exciting journey for the upcoming Jurassic Coast event with you all. As a seasoned ultra-Walker, I...
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![Running Against the Odds: My Journey to an Impromptu Running Event.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8481db_088bde84af054b0a874a779149c9bbbf~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_295,h_393,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/8481db_088bde84af054b0a874a779149c9bbbf~mv2.webp)
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Running Against the Odds: My Journey to an Impromptu Running Event.
Hello, everyone. So, imagine this: I've registered for a running event that requires not only physical endurance, but mental strength as...
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![My Backyard Ultra Journey: Running for a Healthier Tomorrow with VIM.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8481db_5425abe2b73747b5acf9ee287b32d509~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_296,h_393,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/8481db_5425abe2b73747b5acf9ee287b32d509~mv2.webp)
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My Backyard Ultra Journey: Running for a Healthier Tomorrow with VIM.
As I stand on the brink of another endurance challenge, the familiar mix of excitement, nerves, and anticipation rushes through me. It's...
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VIM Fundraising launches!
We are excited to announce the official launch of VIM Fundraising, a face-to-face fundraising company with a difference. Our commitment...
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![A word from VIM Fundraising's founder](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7dbb07_e5850a2d293a4946a7515fa6877eb5ec~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_295,h_295,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/7dbb07_e5850a2d293a4946a7515fa6877eb5ec~mv2.webp)
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A word from VIM Fundraising's founder
We asked VIM Fundraising founder Andy Tomkins to share with us what inspired him to launch VIM and what is behind our mantra of ‘A...
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Our running coach's latest challenge
Our esteemed running coach, John Stocker, is gearing up for the ultimate test of endurance: the Thames Ring 250. This grueling event will...
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