Women are being urged to get the New Year off to a great start by signing up for Cancer Research's Race for Life in Cornwall.

This year there will be a Race for Life 5k event on Sunday, May 17 in Falmouth, Wednesday, May 27 in Penzance, and Sunday, July 12 in Truro.

Ruth Chamings, Cancer Research UK’s event manager in Cornwall, said: “We’re urging women of all ages, shapes and sizes to take on Race for Life in their region and sign up now.

“Race for Life is non-competitive. It’s not about being fit or fast. Most women are able to walk 5k in an hour while chatting and having fun. Or they can choose to jog, run or even dance around the course if they prefer.

“If you’re looking for an opportunity to get active in 2015 and shake off those January blues, there’s no better time to take on Race for Life. With fire in their bellies and trainers at the ready, we know that Cornish ladies are up for the challenge.”

Last year, 3,573 women took part in Race for Life events across Cornwall, raising a fantastic £184,499. This year, organisers need 3700 women and girls to stride out to help raise vital funds for research.

Money raised through Race for Life allows Cancer Research UK’s doctors, nurses and scientists to advance research which is helping to save the lives of men, women and children across the region.

Ruth continued: “We’re calling on the brave ladies of Cornwall to show their fighting spirit once more and take on cancer at this year’s events.

“Race for Life is to celebrate those who are with us, and also remember those who are not. The atmosphere is electric, our participants are so inspiring and we’re calling on the women of Cornwall to help make 2015 our best year yet.”

To enter Race for Life today go to raceforlife.org or call 0300 123 0770.