Lanarkshire locals urged to step up to raise cash for diabetes charity

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A sponsored step challenge which raises vital funds for leading charity Diabetes UK returns this summer – and a call has gone out for people from Lanarkshire to sign up.

The One Million Step Challenge, sponsored by Fitbit, runs between July 1 and September 30 and tasks participants with completing a massive one million steps over three months – around 10,000 a day.Participants can take on the challenge from their own doorstep, at their own pace.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android All funds raised will go towards Diabetes UK’s work funding life-saving research and ensuring everyone living with diabetes gets the care and support they need.Actor and Diabetes UK supporter Nina Wadia OBE, whose credits include EastEnders, Citizen Khan, Strictly Come Dancing and The Outlaws, is encouraging people to take part in the challenge.Nina said: “It’s always good to get moving, whether that’s a quick walk, or a whizz around the dancefloor.

I’m supporting Diabetes UK’s One Million Step Challenge, as it encourages us to do just that.“You can get more active and feel great, while raising money for a fantastic cause - one very close to my heart.“The challenge is for every body, and everybody.