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Peaceful Places to Run in London

Over the last few years, mental health and wellbeing have become a huge talking point across the media and amongst friends and family. It is now that people are finally taking the health of the mind more seriously, whether this is in the work place, family life or amongst friends and noticing the mental health of others around them. For years, it seemed such a taboo subject that many were afraid or embarrassed to discuss and admit that they were struggling in some way with their emotions, leaving many vulnerable people with very few places to turn.

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This increase in awareness has helped millions around the world to get help and leading global companies across the world are recognising that it’s time to step up and find a way to help in any way they can.

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Nike.com are one of these incredible companies who are using the power of their influence to shed light on mental health and mindfulness, and help millions through their love and passion for running and exercise. The eagerly anticipated launch of the Pegasus 35 is finally here, accompanied with a very strong and powerful message, “Speed up to slow down”. Psychotherapist Michelle Shanley (BA (Hons) SW inc DipSW.) explains here Why A More Mindful Run Is Crucial For Urban Runners. Nike have also teamed up with Headspace so that runners can access information on how they can benefit from mindful running.

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The best places to run in London for mindful exercise

We caught up with Nike’s Track Mafia Cory & Jules on their top places to run fast in London. Whether you thrive in the busy London atmosphere and want to adapt your run to make it more mindful or seek a more peaceful surrounding, here you can discover the best location for you.

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Dulwich Woods(Cory) – “A hidden gem that lets you lose sight of what’s holding you back and just run fast. With enough greenery to help hide the city but enough twists, turns and inclines to keep your mind active.”

Distance: 4 miles

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Sydenham - Camden(Cory) – “There’s something about running through the city as it sleeps, it makes you feel like you’re in your own little movie. I often use this run from south to north to clear my mind which helps me to create.”

Distance: 9.5 miles

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Big Ben - Blackfriars(Cory) – “It might only be a mile or so but in those few minutes you see and feel everything, picking up the pace as London life flashes past you.”

Distance: 1.6 miles

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Hampstead Heath(Jules) – ”Because it’s cool, it’s green, it’s quiet. You can lose yourself in the trees or around beautiful houses. You can start in the bottom of the woods and end up at the top of the world looking at the whole of London.”

Distance: 3.6 miles

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Royal Parks Chain(Cory) – “A run that has always challenged me, one that I love, especially in the autumn when the leaves are falling. It’s always amazes me that you’re still in the centre of the city.”

Distance: 13.1 miles

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Regent’s Park & Primrose Hill– “A run that perfectly mixes a longer distance with a steep, hard sprint up Primrose Hill – and with this comes a great feel of achievement when you’re being rewarded with one of the best views over the city.”

Distance: 4.8 miles

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ABOUT NIKE’S TRACK MAFIA

A London crew who are doing their part to revolutionise global running culture. This group of runners consider themselves as family and see the social benefit of running that brings motivation, support and deep bonds on and off the track. All runners regardless of their abilities or background are on a journey of self-improvement and a pursuit of that fast life.

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These likeminded souls in search of speed who run every Thursday, 6.30pm-8.30pm at Paddington Recreation Ground.

Find out more: http://www.trackmafia.co.uk/

Follow the TrackMafia on Instagram: @trackmafia_

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CITY RUNNING WITH THE NIKE PEGASUS 35

The Nike Pegasus is a classic, staple shoe and very well known and loved by the running community. This year, Nike are using that power to help people run even faster in their classic shoe with a new, fresh design that’s engineered to fly. For city runners, it can often be more difficult to get away from the hustle and bustle of London life than other UK citizens based in the countryside, who often have easy access to beautiful, peaceful rolling hills to run miles and miles in a carefree environment.

Find your stride with the new Nike Pegasus 35 available from sportsshoes.com

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