When I made it to the Guiness World Records

A powerful celebration of women, movement, and change - She Runs 2025

Today was an extraordinary Sunday. I headed for a long drive and then a run that was filled with optimism, hope and people in pink T-shirts. The She Runs 2025 was scheduled to begin at 7 am sharp and that's exactly what happened. After a short warm up a sea of participants, mostly women and children, began their runs. It was clear from the multitude, each had their own goal and it didn't matter if it was 12 miles or one, they were going to have fun doing it. When I put on my well-earned medal at the end of the race, I couldn't stop smiling. Perhaps this is the high that atheletes face when they've won their titles. Read on to learn more about this motivating experience.

She Runs 2025 earned official recognition from Guinness World Records for the “most participants in a female run event,” on 9th November 2025 during the Dubai Fitness Challenge 30x30. The 12th edition of this nation-defining movement supported by the Dubai Sports Council, in association with Dubai Fitness Challenge, and organised by Plan b Group, transformed Al Forsan Park into a breathtaking symbol of unity, resilience, and empowerment under the banner - 'For Voices. For Connection. For Change.'

Dr. Harmeek Singh, Founder of Plan b Group and Race Chairman of She Runs, captured the spirit of the moment:

'“This is not just a record, it’s a revolution. Thousands of women from every walk of life came together to prove that movement can move the world. We run for our daughters, for our mothers, for every woman who dares to dream and act. When women run together, barriers fall, hope rises, and the city itself finds a new heartbeat.”

From sunrise to finish line, She Runs 2025 pulsed with life and purpose. Participants of all ages and abilities joined race categories from 1km, 3km, 5km and 10km, including dedicated routes for girls and People of Determination. The Race Village at Al Forsan Park became a hub of energy, featuring wellness activations, mindfulness spaces, youth performances, and a marketplace of female-led brands.

Dignitaries and changemakers

The record-breaking event drew leaders, partners, and community champions whose shared belief in inclusion and empowerment elevated the celebration:

* H.E. Saeed Hareb, Secretary General, Dubai Sports Council

* H.E. Sheikha Saeed Al Mansouri, Acting Director General, Dubai Foundation for Women and Children

* Dr. Harmeek Singh, Plan b Group Founder and Race Chairman

* Ms. Amna Abulhoul, Creative Executive Director, Expo City Dubai

* Mr. Seiji Hori, President, ASICS Arabia FZE

* Ms. Sally Edwards, Senior Advisor, Leisure Events & Festivals, DET

* UAE Transplant Athletes - Husena Beguwala, Fatima Rashid, Hind Juma, and Katie Larkins each sharing inspiring stories of courage and recovery

Six Community Champions: Sanjana Karia, Dr. Shefali Verma, Lisa Campbell, Ava Hall, Laila Labib, and Atiqa Asif Mir were honoured for inspiring new generations through their leadership across Dubai Active Industry Talks, Youth Programmes, and Studio Sessions.

Beyond the finish line

As one of the key highlight events of the Dubai Fitness Challenge 30x30, She Runs 2025 continues to strengthen Dubai’s global reputation as a city that champions inclusion, wellness, and community.

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At the finish line

The organisers with the winning certificate

A moment that will hopefully become a movement for me and many others