The Journey So Far.

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Smiley face black and white icon
Running vest
Black and white camera icon with flash stars
Historic tower against a blue sky

Wonder

3 Feb 2025

The Joy of History: Running to Connect with the Past

New letters on a rainbow tunnel

Care

5 Jan 2025

The Joy of New: Mixing Up Running Routes or Routines

Mindful running

Care

17 Nov 2024

The Joy of Mindful Running: Mind & Body As One

Park lake with skyscrappers in background

Nature

3 Nov 2024

The Joy of Parks: Running in Green Spaces

Two people running in the rain and puddles

Nature

21 Oct 2024

The Joy of Running in the Rain: Cool & Cathartic

Wonder

14 Oct 2024

The Joy of Nooks: Running to Find Cosy Spots

Road runner headed towards a mountain with the word 'Goals'

Care

6 Oct 2024

The Joy of Running Goals: What Inspires You?

The joy of leaves - rusty colored leaves in fall

Nature

30 Sep 2024

The Joy of Leaves: Colorful Running in Fall

The Joy of Light - light photography

Wonder

23 Sep 2024

The Joy of Light: Running to Towards the Light

Orangey red berries and pink leaves

Nature

16 Sep 2024

The Joy of Berries: Add Colour to Your Runs

The Joy of Reflections - trees reflecting in icy waters

Wonder

9 Sep 2024

The Joy of Reflections: Mirror Images on Runs

Faces Joy Runs theme - smiley balloons

Wonder

2 Sep 2024

The Joy of Faces: ‘Facial Pareidolia’

Running tourism at the Eiffel Tower, Paris

Wonder

26 Aug 2024

The Joy of Landmarks: A Spot of Running Tourism

Running Together on a hill

Care

25 Aug 2024

The Joy of Running Together: Double the Fun

Street art Joy Runs running tour theme

Wonder

12 Aug 2024

The Joy of Street Art: Running Tour In Search of Art

The joy of water, joy runs theme

Nature

5 Aug 2024

The Joy of Water: Running by the Sea, Lake or River

Care

29 Jul 2024

The Joy of Rewards: Running Towards A Treat

Nature

22 Jul 2024

The Joy of Trees: Forest Running is Moving Meditation

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