Global Running Day arrives in Valencia with a message of environmental awarenessAYTO. FROM VALENCIA
Running lovers now have a new date to enjoy their favorite sport. Its about Global Running Day that It takes place this Wednesday, June 5, at 7:00 p.m.in it 5K Circuit, under the Exhibition Bridge of the Turia Garden.
The city of Valencia as European Green Capital and Valencia City of Running want to join the celebration of Global Running Daydedicating it to the care of the environment and, therefore, Each runner who collects their number at the start area of the race will recover 1 kg of plastic..
Furthermore, the test, whose motto is “More running and less plastic”will distribute a very special symbolic dorsal that becomes a plant, as it is made of seeds. Thus, at the end of the day and, following some simple instructions, Participants will be able to plant their dorsals and get them to germinate with a little water and soil. In this ingenious way we aim to raise awareness about the sustainability of the planet.
The participation in the Global Running Day is open to anyoneis totally free and does not require prior registration. From the Exhibition Bridge, a distance of approximately 5 kilometers will be run, as in previous years, in a non-competitive ride towards the City of Arts and Sciences and back.
The race will be carried out in groups in a staggered manner and there will be entertainment, a great family photo and final refreshments to recover on the return.
The Valencia City Council encourages all citizens, regardless of age or experience, to participate and enjoy this day, whose objective is for everyone to join in physical activity and healthy living.
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More than 170 participating countries
He Global Running Day It is a global celebration that It is carried out in more than 170 countries with the aim of promoting and encouraging people of all ages and abilities to get moving and go running. Besides, remember the positive aspects that running can offer to physical and mental health and the power of unificationas well as celebrating the love of running and taking steps toward a healthier, more active life.
This day is driven from New York by the New York Road Runners and encourages clubs, teams or entities to create their own event in their city to add kilometers together. In the city of València has been celebrated since 2017.
