Resurgent interest in recreational running has become a source of joy for Melburnians who value connection and conversation above speed and distance.
A myriad of running groups have popped up in Melbourne over recent years after a surge of interest in running following the pandemic.According to a report by Nielsen Sports published in 2021, 13 per cent of all surveyed runners began during the pandemic.The pace is easy and relaxed and the emphasis is more on conversation and connection thanEbony Clarke, Brittany de Groot and Dominique Holland are part of all women running group Flow State.
After their run, the women debrief over a non-alcoholic beer or soft drink and have dinner together monthly.Flow State is one of many running groups that have popped up in Melbourne after a surge of interest following the pandemic.Advertisement The AM:PM Running Crew have coffee after morning sessions and Clement says a big part of the group is the social element.
From left: Andrés Noé, Jamie Kavanagh, Xavier Watson, Sean Marshall, Conor Dillon, Tess Marks, Luke Moran, Montana Ferguson, Kelsey Dubar are part of the AM:PM Running Crew.The race sold out months ago and event director Marcus Gale described the demand for entries as unprecedented.
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