What we did

We gave #TeamBreathe runners access to AirTrack Premium during their race preparation. The group comprised over 50 runners raising funds for the charity. 

Using AirTrack, runners could track the pollution they experienced on individual runs, compare different routes and times of day, and see how their exposure changed depending on where and when they trained.

The leaderboard also gave the team a simple way to see differences between activities and start conversations about air quality in a more practical way.

Why it was useful

Most air quality information is still too broad. It might tell you whether pollution is high across London, but it does not tell you what happened on your actual run.

That is the gap AirTrack is built to fill.

For runners with asthma or other lung conditions, this kind of personalised information can be more useful than generic advice. It gives people a clearer picture of their own exposure, while still encouraging them to stay active and take part in events.

What we learned

This was a simple but useful example of how AirTrack can support charity running teams and health-focused events.

For charities, it offers a practical way to bring air pollution into runner support, fundraising campaigns and public health messaging.

For event organisers, it shows how personalised air quality data can add something meaningful to the participant experience, especially where health, outdoor exercise and sustainability all overlap.