Bremen runs 10: 630 participants for health in the community park!

Bremen runs 10: 630 participants for health in the community park!

Next Sunday, June 13, 2025, the final event of "Bremen runs 10!" instead of. As the Weser Kurier await around 630 participants who have registered for the final run. The initiative is organized by the Bremen heart Foundation in cooperation with the Bremen Athletics Association (BLV) and also receives support from the German Society for Cardiology (DGK).

The motto of the event "Down from the sofa, purely into the running shoes" appeals to people who have so far have little to no experience with regular exercise. The aim is to strengthen the awareness of sport as an important preventive measure and to give the participants a gentle entry into physical activity. "We look forward to the increase in groups of participants. Around ten groups more than last year took part, and that is a great sign!" Said Doris von Wulfen, press spokeswoman for the foundation.

training and support

A total of around 700 participants took part in the preparations. These trained in 31 groups at various locations, under the guidance of qualified trainers. Most of the participants had to deal with health problems or overweight. Despite the challenges such as the many rain during the training phases, the participants could not be discouraged and proved great motivation.

The final run itself includes a maximum distance of 10 kilometers, with the participants have the opportunity to complete the 2.5 km round at their own pace. Ideally, the round should be mastered four times. Supporting information are available online for the event.

movement as health prevention

The importance of movement and sport as a central component of health promotion is also underlined by the BVPG (Federal Association of Prevention and Health Promotion). According to a statement, the BVPG takes measures to strengthen the promotion of movement nationwide.

The pressure to promote movement is undisputed, given the increase in chronic diseases in an increasingly sitting society. The BVPG has formulated concrete claims, including the creation of a national agenda and a competence center for movement funding.