A good run can be a small but powerful act of self-care.
Soul-nourishing. Uplifting. Eye-opening. Inspiring. Healing, even. And so much more. An instant pick-me-up that sets the tone for your entire week.
Joy Runs are a fun way to slow down and find more joy in the everyday.
We do so through fun running challenges, sharing run clubs near you, and offering running tips and inspiration.
Joy Runs is for anyone who wants to rediscover what it means to run happy. For burnt-out runners, bored runners, introverts, wannabes, hardcore athletes, and daydreamers alike.
Right now, you’ll find 2,000+ other runners already in your corner, sharing themes, stories, and smiles.
It began with one runner (hi, that’s me) who realised running didn’t always have to feel heavy, lonely, or repetitive. By adding themes, play, and reflection, I started to run happy again – and discovered others wanted the same.
From there, a small experiment grew into a global community. Together we’ve proven that joyful running is possible: playful, mindful, and worth sharing.
A tiny movement about movement. Joy Runs is a more joyful and equal global running community that swaps speed for soulful moments. In taking part on their own terms, Joy Runners squeeze more fun out of every run and support others to unlock the life-changing benefits of running.
A world that's more joyful and a little less lonely. Keen and wannabe runners coming together once a week to build a deeper connection to nature, themselves, and a greater whole. A welcome antidote to the fake rush and troubles of modern life.
Chief Joy Runner
Running has given me so much. With Joy Runs, I hope to help others to enjoy running’s life-changing qualities and fall in love with exercise. When not running, I’m a marketer and copywriter.
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I’m all about the beautiful sights and emotions that a good run gifts us. I believe every mile is rich in minor thrills waiting to be found, and love sharing my discoveries with others.
Joy Runs values freedom, flexibility and fun over everything else.
• 90% outdoors
• Minimal desk time
• Support the planet
• Community-first
• Like-minded partners
• Sustainable growth
Have a question before your first Joy Run? Or maybe an idea for a future partnership? Feel free to reach out to us for any reason — we’re here to help!
