THE gauntlet has been thrown down to super fit runners who want take on a challenging cross country race.

The Paras’10 event is organised by the Parachute Regiment and benefits charity, Support our Paras, which helps soldiers and their families.

The race is open to everyone over the age of 16 and can be completed as a cross country race in trainers or as the Para Company Challenge in boots and carrying a 35lbs backpack.

The runners go from Abbey Field and through Friday Woods to overcome water obstacles and swamps along the way.

People can enter as individuals or as teams of four.

The event will take place on May 21.

To register to run online, visit paras10.com.