What does it mean to be a runner?

Being a runner encourages discipline and perseverance. To progress and achieve personal goals it is necessary to establish a training routine and maintain it over time.

This type of determination and perseverance is not only reflected in the sports field, but also in other areas of life. Runners learn to set realistic goals, overcome obstacles, and develop planning and organizational skills.

For Hillary Allen, professional athlete and runner, it means experiencing the physical world with every fiber of her being and each of her five senses, it's the reason behind everything she does, described in his book Out and Back.

Along the same lines, the World Health Organization highlights that intense aerobic exercises, which include running, help prevent and control non-communicable diseases, such as heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

Many runners find in this sport a way to clear their minds, relieve anxiety and improve their mood.

At Bimbo Global Race we share experiences... From eating our favorite sandwich before training, to a picnic with family and friends celebrating our achievements; it is about sharing the good in us with those around us.

Likewise, being a runner means being part of a passionate and supportive community. Sporting events, such as marathons or popular races like the Bimbo Global Race, bring together thousands of runners of all ages and levels, creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and motivation. Sharing experiences, training together, and celebrating individual and collective achievements strengthens social bonds and contributes to a sense of belonging.

In order to empower and generate a community among runners, Bimbo Global Race created an App that allows you to record your training, share your achievements with your friends and see theirs, as well as find out all the news related to the race and with the world of runners Download it here.

Practicing any sport goes beyond just being a physical activity, it involves determination and effort, which translate into benefits for health and physical and mental well-being. If you are someone who shares this taste and, in addition, you want to have a more environmentally friendly lifestyle, you can consider walking or cycling to nearby places, in addition to only training and running where you usually do; In this way you can reduce your carbon footprint, at the same time that you take care of your consumption style in the sportswear and footwear you use.

Taking care of the planet and practicing healthier habits, you will be ready to be part of the community of runners around the world, with the Bimbo Global Race.