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in Runners' Roundup, Running · June 1, 2022

How to Celebrate Global Running Day 2022

Every year on the first Wednesday of June runners around the world celebrate “Global Running Day”. There are many ways to celebrate, whether you are currently running or not able to run right now. While many of us don’t need a reason to run, Global Running Day can be an opportunity to try something new or to connect with other runners in a different way. Here are some ideas that you can try on Global Running Day 2022.

Every year on the first Wednesday of June runners around the world celebrate "Global Running Day". There are many ways to celebrate, whether you are currently running or not able to run right now.  While many of us don't need a reason to run, Global Running Day can be an opportunity to try something new or to connect with other runners in a different way. Here are some ideas that you can try on Global Running Day 2022.

Global Running Day 2022

Participate in a virtual race

It may be hard to run a live race on a Wednesday, but there are plenty of virtual races to join!

runner shorter races can help with avoiding boredom while marathon training

Connect with other runners on social media

Check out the hashtag #GLOBALRUNNINGDAY to see how other runners are celebrating. Follow someone new and leave a comment to cheer them on!

Invest in yourself

You may be able to find some Global Running Day sales, so take this opportunity to make a purchase that will help your running. Maybe it’s new exercise bands so you can strengthen your hips, or a new pair of shoes. Don’t forget summer is coming and you may need some summer running gear!

Run with your family (or friends)

Today is a great day to get others to run, especially kids! Plan a family run/walk or another activity to get everyone moving.

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Reflect on your running journey

During your run, think about how far you have come as a runner. Progress isn’t always linear, but it can be helpful to look back on how far you’ve come!

Plan your next race on Global Running Day

It’s the perfect time to start planning your fall racing season, and there may even be discounts on races today!

Go to your local running store

Treat yourself to something new or just check out any sales they might be having today! Also be sure to check the website for any group runs they may have.

Read a new running book

I just finished “Breakthrough Women’s Running” which I highly recommend. Check out some of my other favorite running books!

Set some running goals

Take some time to think about your long term running goals, and map out your plan to reach those goals. The book I mentioned above, “Breakthrough Women’s Running” has some great tips for setting goals.

goal setting on Global running day 2022

Celebrate running on Global Running Day 2022

Whatever you choose to do today, it doesn’t have to be complicated. Just celebrate running by sharing your love of the sport with those around you and running if you can. If you can’t run right now, hopefully you can find another way to celebrate while you wait to lace up your shoes again.

You can check out my other Global Running Day posts here!
National Running Day 2014!
National Running Day 2015
What Running Has Taught Me: Global Running Day 2016
Global Running Day 2017
10 Ways to Celebrate Global Running Day
10 Ways to (Virtually) Celebrate Global Running Day
Global Running Day: 5 Running Challenges I’ve Overcome

How will you be celebrating Global Running Day?
Have you read any good running books lately?

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  1. Deborah Brooks says

    June 1, 2022 at 12:39 am

    I may be halfway around the world today but I won’t miss global running day! Have a great one today

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      June 2, 2022 at 4:28 am

      The great thing is it can be celebrated anywhere!

  2. Catrina says

    June 1, 2022 at 2:21 am

    These are some great ideas, Lisa!
    We need to start a petition to move Global Running Day to a Sunday so that we all have the time for a run or even a race!
    Or even better, keep it on Wednesday and declare it a global holiday!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      June 2, 2022 at 4:29 am

      I love those ideas! I bet even more people would run on GRD if we didn’t have to work!

  3. Kimberly Hatting says

    June 1, 2022 at 8:05 am

    I just finished my run, about an hour ago. WHEW!! Although I don’t run everyday, I think I do celebrate it daily <3

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      June 2, 2022 at 4:29 am

      There are so many ways to celebrate it even on the days you don’t run!

  4. Darlene Cardillo says

    June 1, 2022 at 9:22 am

    Great ideas.

    I always run on Global Running Day.

    Rain is in the forecast so although I rarely run before work, I did today!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      June 2, 2022 at 4:30 am

      Way to get it done early!

  5. Jenny says

    June 1, 2022 at 9:55 am

    Ha, I agree with Catrina- it should be a Global holiday (with no work) so everyone has time to run a race or long run on the day. Luckily. I don’t work on Wednesdays so this year it worked out well for me!
    That book sounds amazing. I looked at the amazon reviews and they’re all five stars. I want it!

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      June 2, 2022 at 4:31 am

      Definitely check it out! It’s really great for goal setting and is very practical.

  6. Chocolaterunsjudy says

    June 1, 2022 at 2:48 pm

    I just ran, LOL! Nothing fancy. Nice morning for it, actually.

    • Lisa @ Mile By Mile says

      June 2, 2022 at 4:32 am

      No need to be fancy when it comes to running! Glad you had a good morning for a run.

  7. Wendy says

    June 2, 2022 at 7:20 am

    I ran farther than I should have but hey…it was Global Running Day. I’m always so grateful for running!

  8. Jenn says

    June 3, 2022 at 9:26 am

    These are all spot on and perfect. I met up with a running friend and we planned some fun things for the rest of summer.

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