Before completing this application form, please note that we are not able to grant charity places in full or half marathons to individuals who have been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy or who have an ICD or other device fitted. We have made this decision based on comprehensive medical advice from senior cardiologists and it is in place to ensure that no individual with cardiomyopathy puts themselves at risk whilst raising funds for Cardiomyopathy UK. Read more about our policy here.
Due to the inherited nature of many cardiomyopathies, if you have a blood relative with cardiomyopathy, we have screening requirements as part of our application process for a charity place in half and full marathons.
To grant a charity place in a full or half marathon, we require:
- Individuals with a blood relative who has been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy will have to confirm that they have been screened for the condition (ECG & Echo, genetic testing) at some point.
- Individuals with a blood relative who has been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy will have to confirm that they have discussed their plans to run a full / half marathon with their doctor (GP or Cardiologist) and that no concerns were raised.
If your application is successful, we will hold a place in the event whilst you seek screening if relevant and obtained sign off from your doctor (GP or Cardiologist).
We understand that other charities may not have these requirements. Given the nature of our cause it is important that we support our charity runners to minimise any risks to their heart whilst undertaking these events for Cardiomyopathy UK.