Run

Run is a form of locomotion in which a person moves faster than walking, typically with a phase in which both feet are off the ground.

Run is a form of locomotion in which a person moves faster than walking, typically with a phase in which both feet are off the ground. In fitness and culture, running also refers to the recreational, competitive, and community activities built around this movement.

Definition

Run refers to a mode of movement faster than walking. In everyday language, it is also used for organized or habitual running as a fitness or sporting activity.

Fitness and recreation

Running is widely used for aerobic exercise, endurance training, and recreation. Common forms include jogging, road running, trail running, and race participation.

Run culture

Run culture describes the social and lifestyle aspects of running, including clubs, branded events, and community participation. It has become more visible through post-pandemic participation growth and event-based engagement. In Canada, running is widely practiced through local run clubs, road races, and major events such as the Toronto Waterfront Marathon and the Vancouver International Marathon.

Competitive running

Running is a major athletic discipline with events such as sprints, middle-distance races, long-distance races, and marathons. Competitive running is organized through local, national, and international sporting bodies.