RIDC Media & Events Round Up June 2025

“Between the Asian Toronto Run Club, the Arab Run Club, the Black Runners of the GTA, and the Ultra Black Run Club these collectives are carving out space where community and culture intersect with fitness.” Check out how these three run clubs are prioritizing community and connection.

Running USA has launched its 2025 Race Trends: Global Runner Survey. This survey will assist Running USA with building recommendations to move the running industry and its events forward. Participants will be entered into a drawing to win a grand prize of a Premium Treadmill (valued at $4,999)! Along with the grand prize, all respondents who provide their email address will be entered to win one of four race registrations in 2025/2026. Take the survey here!

“At the heart of running’s unprecedented explosion in popularity is the digitally native generation making the sport fashionable, communal, and more diverse than ever.” From TikTok to the track: Gen Z is driving running’s third great boom!

“New runners show up, excited and curious, asking how they can race the record-breaking New York City Marathon even though this year’s lottery is already closed or whether they should buy Adidas’ $500 super shoes—and instead of support, they get sarcasm, scorn, and gatekeeping.” Here’s why we should embrace new runners and stop shaming them for running “5K Marathons.”

“Unlike a regular marathon or running event that can be measured using a calibrated bicycle, accurately measuring trail runs is an endeavour in science and technology.” This is why Dr. Sanchez is pushing for an international standard for mapping trail running events in bid for Olympics inclusion.

“The Running Specialty Channel Has Proven To Be Recession Proof: Can It Withstand Tariff Turmoil?” These run store owners are preparing to be there for the running community despite the uncertainty of the impact of tariffs.