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Race for Life #PlaysForLife

Beats to Beat Cancer: The Ultimate Race for Life Playlist

We’re inviting everyone taking part in Race for Life to share a song, and the story behind it, so that we can build the biggest and best Race for Life playlist whether you’re listening at home, out training or ready to take on the course.

There’s a Race for you no matter your age, fitness level or reason for getting out there. Join us at one of our 3k, 5k, 10k or Pretty Muddy® events today.

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Add your song to the playlist

Submit your song and share the story behind it.

Add your song

What's your #PlaysForLife song?

Don't worry, you won’t be alone! TV personality Leanne Quigley, comedian Fats Timbo, broadcaster Jamie Theakston, actress Diane Parrish, Loose Women’s Kaye Adams, and more have already shared their songs - now it’s your turn!

What will you add to the playlist?

Listen to the #PlaysForLife playlist

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