Global Running Day is observed worldwide every first Wednesday of June. It was launched in 2009, originally as National Running Day in the United States, and became an international celebration in 2016. The event encourages people to engage in running, highlighting its accessibility and numerous health benefits, such as improved cardiovascular health and weight loss. Participants can pledge to run a distance of their choice and share their experiences on social media using the hashtag #GlobalRunningDay. Notably, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), now known as World Athletics, initiated the IAAF Run 24:1 in 2018, which features one-mile runs across various cities worldwide, creating a continuous global celebration of running. Overall, Global Running Day promotes the joy of running and invites individuals to join in, regardless of their running experience.