health and fitness: Run this town – discovering a new neighbourhood with trainers on

mardi 6 octobre 2015

Run this town – discovering a new neighbourhood with trainers on

Running can be a great way to get to know a new city. Here’s some tips for getting the most out of a new home, whether it’s temporary or permanent

When you move to a new city, there are certain small things that can help you feel less like a visitor: finding a great cup of coffee, knowing how to order it in the local language, navigating the public transport system like a pro (bonus points for not buying a day ticket). But nothing will connect you to your new landscape quite like running.

I’ve recently moved permanently to Berlin, and running through and around my adopted city, I’ve found streets I’d like my future children to play in. I’ve discovered (and avoided) where the drugs are bought. I’ve learned the lay of the land, a lot of German road names – all without using the maps on my phone. In the process, I’ve fallen more in love with my new home every day.