Cricket Star Trott Signs Up For Birmingham 10K
Join Jonathan on the start line in Birmingham on May 1 – sign up for the Birmingham 10K here
Jonathan Trott will be embarking on a run chase even while Warwickshire CCC are enjoying a break from action – after signing up for his first Great Birmingham 10k.
The former England batsman has been a half-marathon regular in recent years and is now preparing for a shorter innings on the city’s streets on Sunday, May 1.
Trott will use the challenge to top up his early-season fitness levels between the Bears’ Specsavers County Championship fixtures against Yorkshire and Somerset, which start on April 24 and May 8 respectively.
The 34-year-old won’t be short of running partners. Warwickshire’s Director of Cricket Dougie Brown and Commercial Director Gareth Roberts have both entered teams, comprising club staff, into the Business Challenge.
But it may feel like a busman’s holiday – as the Edgbaston Stadium perimeter again features on the 10k course.
“This will be my first Great Birmingham 10k and I’m looking forward to it,” said Trott, who is working on his autobiography, which will be published this autumn.
“I know that the ending, with that hill, will be a challenge.
“When I’ve run the half marathon, it’s come at the end of the season, so this will be a bit of a fitness thing at the start of my cricket season.
“It’s a great event for the city and something great to do at the beginning of summer, as it’s a good way for people to plan some fitness work.
“Running the 10k in May and continuing during the summer sets you up nicely for the half marathon.”
Trott and Warwickshire have been big supporters of Birmingham-based blood cancer charity Cure Leukaemia for several years.
The three-times Ashes winner believes improving fitness levels while raising money for vital causes is a great double motivation to sign up for the 10k.
“I live just down the road from Cure Leukaemia’s headquarters at the QE and have a close affinity with the charity,” added the 2011 ICC Cricketer of the Year.
“With Cure Leukaemia also being one of Warwickshire’s charity partners, it’s good to take an interest in what you’re supporting, learning the ins and outs of their work and how it’s changing people’s lives.”
Join Jonathan on the start line in Birmingham on May 1 – sign up for the Birmingham 10K here
Related Articles
1/11
What to Expect at this year’s AJ Bell Great South Run
The AJ Bell Great South Run weekend is back for another spectacular celebration of running.
Top British Athletes to Battle it Out at the AJ Bell Great South Run
The stage is set for another thrilling race at the AJ Bell Great South Run with a high calibre British field assembled once again for the iconic 10-mile event.
Power of Running: Phil Pollard
At 82 years and six months, Phil Pollard, from Alverstoke, Hampshire, is still passionate about running.
Power of Running: Stephen Hore
Stephen Hore, 41, from Southbourne/Emsworth, is gearing up to run the Great South Run for the first time this year,
Power of Running: Michelle Stone
Michelle Stone, soon to be 47, will be celebrating her birthday in a special way this year – by taking part in the Great South Run.
Power of Running: Gerard Beauvoisin
At 64 years old, Gerard Beauvoisin, from North End, Portsmouth, has been running for nearly four decades.
Team Kerr Takes on AJ Bell Great South Run
Team Kerr, from County Down, Northern Ireland, is taking on the AJ Bell Great South Run on Sunday 20 October.
Hoyle Family Takes on Junior & Mini Challenge
The Hoyle family is excited to participate in this year’s AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great South Run.
Runners, Ready? Gladiators to Host Junior & Mini Great Scottish Run
Runners, ready? It’s official, stars of the BBC’s Gladiators, Sabre & Apollo, will be joining the fun this Saturday 5 October.
Official Starters Confirmed for AJ Bell Great Scottish Run
Scotland Internationalists and Glasgow Warriors teammates Duncan Weir & Kyle Steyn will ring the official start bell at the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run.
NF1 Super Warriors Conall and Kayden’s Race to Race Awareness
It’s a full weekend of running at this year’s AJ Bell Great Scottish Run for Mum Kirsty and sons Conall 8 and Kayden 4.
