Our Collective Stories

Running workouts don’t have to be long to make a difference. Even 20 to 30 minutes of running can help relieve stress, improve your mood, boost your energy, maintain your fitness, and help you build a consistent movement habit.

If you've ever searched for ways to manage anxiety or depression, you may have come across advice to start running. While research continues to show that running can support mental health, knowing how to begin is often much harder than knowing you should. When you're already struggling with low energy, anxious thoughts, or a lack of motivation, figuring out where to start can feel overwhelming.

There's something special about a summer run. The sun is shining brightly, the trails are lush and green, and it feels good to get outside and soak up some fresh air. Then reality hits.