6 reasons to train with a run crew.

Along with making new friends, there are a wealth of fitness benefits with joining a run crew. 

Run crews are mostly formed with many styles of runners: Casuals, elites, devoted, and starters. When bringing these diverse styles together, runners can learn form, discuss practices, and share tips - almost making it like a lesson without a being a lesson.

If you are still unsure about joining a crew, read the below arm twisters to help you put the runners on:

1. Peer pressure can be a great thing

   Hanging around like-minded runners, can help you stay motivated. You may notice this if your main group of friends are non-runners, they can often crush your motivation to run and are sometimes less supportive. By surrounding yourself with other runners, you will find yourself subconsciously working to join their fitness levels.

2. Skipping a run will end

   It’s hard to fly solo as a runner all the time. Even the subtle change in wind can be an excuse to skip the next run. Having a crew waiting for you to join them can help keep you honest and committed. Bring back that accountability.

3. You will get the inside info

   Whether you know nothing about running, or everything about running - you will still learn run stuff. Training as a group encourages discussion, often about running… Naturally the tips & tricks become the main topic during a run. Imagine learning how to tackle your first 10km, from a runner that has smashed multiple 60k events. Priceless.

4. You will go faster!

   GRC caters for runners of all levels, but you will find that as you keep coming back, the pace naturally picks up. There is a psychological effect of not wanting to be the last in a group, and when harnessed your workout intensity can naturally boost. 

5. You can keep going

   When working out with a crew, research has found that most runners increase their overall exercise time in that week. Perhaps adding a crew run to the blank calendar spot will help you increase your training time and keep you motivated.

6. Everything gets better

   It’s not just your running form that gets better. When you exercise in a group many things can show improvement, such as:

   • Physical fitness

   • Mental well-being

   • Emotional stability

   • Reduced stress

   Also the best thing is - all of this is FREE.

Now that’s just a small handful of reasons to join our next run crew. There are multiple positive and awesome vibes when running with GRC.