As training for the 2014 Vancouver Sun Rundraws near, organizers has released a 2 minute video of what over 48,000 runners and walkers looked like last year.
About the Vancouver Sun Run
The Vancouver Sun Run has been Canada’s largest 10K road race since its inception in 1985.
Founded by former Canadian Olympians Dr. Doug and Diane Clement along with Dr. Jack Taunton, the run’s purpose was to promote the benefits of running to improve health and fitness as well as support elite amateur athletics.
The first run attracted 3,200 participants.
Through the years the run captured the imagination and hearts of individuals wanting to improve their health and wellbeing. The event morphed into the phenomenon it is today with thousands upon thousands descending upon the streets of Vancouver each year in celebration of Sun Run Sunday!
The run is supported by its loyal host committee and an army of over 3,000 volunteers.
The Vancouver Sun Run is still Canada’s largest 10K road race and is now the 3rd largest timed 10K in the world.
An incredible 48,196 registrants signed up for the 2013 Vancouver Sun Run event with participants taking in the beautiful Vancouver scenery under sunny skies.
The Vancouver Sun Run’s primary mandate is to promote health and fitness, community spirit, and support amateur athletics by staging North Amercia’s 2nd largest 10K running event. Through various initiatives, such as the InTraining Clinic program and regular editorials in the Vancouver Sun, thousands of participants have trained and participated in the event over the years with many going on to achieve greater levels in their fitness and health lifestyles.
The Vancouver Sun Run has truly become one of Vancouver’s traditional rites of spring and is preparing for its 30th year running.
Your Turn
If you live in or near Vancouver, will you be running the 2014 Sun Run? If you live in another city, do you have a large annual community run similar to the Sun Run?
