Middle-Aged Residents Join the Run... Gangbuk-gu Running Crew Expands to Include 40s and 50s

"40Run" for Participants in Their 40s
Registration Opens on August 24 for the First 20 Applicants

Gangbuk-gu in Seoul will expand the "Gangbuk-gu Running Crew" program, previously operated for young adults, to include participants in their 40s and 50s starting in the second half of this year. This decision was made in response to the enthusiastic reception of the youth running crew in the first half of the year, which filled up early. The program will be tailored to each age group, taking into consideration their distinct physical characteristics.

Youth Running Crew in the First Half of the Year. Provided by Gangbuk-gu.

The first session of the expanded program, "40Run," targeting participants in their 40s, will begin accepting applications through the integrated reservation system on the Gangbuk-gu Office website from August 24 to September 2. Participation will be limited to the first 20 applicants.

From September through November, the running crew will operate every Wednesday evening over a period of three months for those in their 40s, 50s, and the youth demographic. Each program runs for four weeks and takes place around Gangbuk-gu Public Health Center and the Uicheon area. Under the guidance of professional instructors, participants will learn running posture corrections and the theory of slow running, followed by step-by-step training on basic jogging techniques, breathing and pace control, and individualized running management techniques.

The "40Run" program is designed for those born between 1977 and 1986, helping participants in their 40s—who may experience declining fitness due to their busy daily lives—improve their running form and build basic stamina. In October, "LifeRun 50" will be offered for those born between 1967 and 1976, focusing on running techniques that minimize stress on the joints. In November, the "Youth Uicheon Running Crew," targeting those born in 1987 or later, will concentrate on pace control and endurance improvement.

Even after the program ends, Gangbuk-gu plans to set up exclusive community channels for each cohort and support regular meetups and independent running activities, enabling participants to maintain their exercise routines.

Mayor Jeong Changsu stated, "Thanks to the enthusiastic support from residents for the youth running crew in the first half of the year, we have expanded participation to include those in their 40s and 50s." He added, "Through customized running training for each age group, we hope residents will discover the joy of running and make it a stepping stone to healthier everyday lives."

Provided by Gangbuk-gu.

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