It’s Global Running Day and we’re celebrating in the city of Wichita! On Tuesday, June 4, the city of Wichita issued a proclamation in recognition of Global Running Day 2024, highlighting the city’s dedication to promoting physical activity and healthy living. Run Wichita board members were on hand to accept the proclamation on behalf of the entire running community in Wichita and surrounding cities. On Wednesday, June 5 at 6 pm Run Wichita and Fartleks Running Shop invites the community to a free social run and free smoothies in honor of Global Running Day.
Global Running Day is a worldwide celebration of running that encourages people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to move. Formerly started as National Running Day in 2009, this global celebration of running annually sees millions of people across several countries pledging to run.
Wichita has a great running community, with several paths, trails, local races, and run/walk groups to support everyone’s ability and goals. You are also bound to find local community leaders walking or running through the city, to include Wichita’s mayor, Lily Wu.
Mayor Wu has been recently participating in 5k races and says she enjoys walking and jogging through our beautiful city. Run Wichita asked her to share her thoughts in honor of Global Running Day.
Q: What does running mean to you?
Mayor Wu: I love to get out and experience our city and spend time with neighbors. Running also provides a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment. I hope to encourage more people to step out of their comfort zone and participate.
Q: Are there any life lessons you’ve learned from running?
Mayor Wu: Anyone can confront and overcome challenges as long as they commit to the achievement. In addition to cardiovascular health, running can also be very mentally healthy.
Q: As Wichita’s mayor, what are your thoughts about our running community?
Mayor Wu: I really appreciate our running community, promoting a positive and healthy activity, welcoming everyone, and helping build a united community.
Thanks Mayor Wu and city council members for being an active part of our running community!
To our friends in Wichita and surrounding communities, let’s run together on Global Running Day and beyond to celebrate our love for running as we progress toward healthier and more active lives. Let’s run as one – today and every other day!
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