"Looking for People to Run Together": As Popularity Soars, Clashes Arise Over "Blocking Paths"

As the scorching heat subsides a bit these days, it really is great weather for running.

Recently, "slow running," which focuses on running slowly without obsessing over records or speed, has been gaining popularity.

However, concerns are also being raised that controversies over running crews "blocking paths" might flare up again.

Slow running is an approach focused on running consistently, even if it is at a slow pace.

Runners maintain a slow enough pace that they can hold a conversation with the person next to them.

It is a great method for beginners who feel burdened by competitive record-keeping or are worried about injuries.

As a result, posts on social media looking for people to run together under names like "slow running" or "s-run" can easily be found these days.

However, the issue is that when groups run slowly and occupy walkways or park tracks for a long time, the possibility of obstructing other pedestrians' movement also increases.

Since exercise is only truly fulfilling when you take care of your own health without causing harm to others, it would be good to think about running etiquette together.
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