Asia is the fifth stop on the Conquer the Continents series of virtual runs organised by Mash Running and there is a limited edition medal featuring the Land of the Rising Sun. It is time to pack the bags and head east to complete 5 miles and receive this unique memento.

The largest continent out of the seven that contains 48 countries including India, China, Saudi Arabia and Israel to name but a few that make up this diverse area. Whilst the opportunities for visiting this continent are slim as a result of the pandemic, there is a virtual way of doing so in this latest event and best of all, there is no need to quarantine afterwards. 

Participants have the option to run/walk/swim or cycle 5 miles in one go or split it up into smaller distances on a day and time to suit them. The pace and place is of their own choosing - laps around the garden are fine as is a home treadmill - but they must submit evidence of their session as proof of completion. Garmin or Strava data or a screenshot from a Fitbit, GPS watch or treadmill display is acceptable and selfies are encouraged!  It is important to continue to stay safe and social distancing must be adhered to.   

5 miles is the minumum distance but there is no upper bar so expect lots of entrants to clock extra miles as they envisage the sights and sounds of the East.

A large medal for a large continent and a place in the virtual events gallery awaits those who take part. Register for Asia at the Mash Running website.
 
Image courtesy of Mash Running