NYRR Wants To Break A World Record For Global Running Day
In honor of Global Running Day, NYRR is attempting to set a world record at this fun event.
Global Running Day is fast approaching. On June 7th, the worldwide running community comes together to celebrate the sport we love. To mark the occasion, New York Road Runners will attempt to break a Guinness World Record.
NYRR will begin their “Most People in a Treadmill Relay” on June 6th. Over the course of two days, each relay participant will run one mile on a treadmill, before switching off to the next person. Each runner has to complete their mile faster than 9:41 pace. The world-record mark is set at 250 people. NYRR hopes to top that, with the event lasting around 33 hours.
The participants will range from pro athletes to celebrities to runners from NYRR’s programs. A few pro runners may even take a turn on the relay treadmill. NYRR plans to announce a participant list as the event gets closer.
If you want to catch the action in person, the relay will be taking place at the NYRR RUNCENTER on 57th Street in Manhattan. It is open to the public from 7a.m. until 8 p.m.
In addition to the treadmill relay, NYRR is hosting a variety of events around New York City. Hourly themed runs will be leaving from the NYRR RUNCENTER throughout the day. Four-time Olympian Meb Keflezighi will head to Yankee Stadium to lead 26 kids from the newly launched Rising New York Road Runners in a run on the field before that day’s game. The organization will also host group runs and maintain hydration centers in parks around the five boroughs.
For more information on Global Running Day events throughout New York City, visit nyrr.org.
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