Looking for ways to make Valentine’s Day more fun for you and your (running) partner? Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day alone or with another, it’s a day to embrace. For runners, love is also about the daily kilometres, the community and the shared passion for the sport. From one runner to another, here’s how to fill the day with more love (and maybe even make it a little faster.)
Make a runner’s bouquet
The key to a runner’s heart is a bouquet–but not just your average flower bundle. The perfect running bouquet can be made easily from an assortment of energy gels and wafers, electrolytes and protein bars. You can even throw in some socks if you really want to show your love.
@catmomube this is your sign to make a bouquet for your runner besties!!! it’s so cute and pretty 💐🌸🌺🌻🪻 . inspired by @iri🌺 tutorial: @iri🌺 . @Nuun Hydration @honeystinger @humagel @SaltStick @lululemon . #creatorsearchinsights #diy #runner ♬ Being a Girl – Jonica
Go on a running date
Sometimes, the best gift is simplicity. Spend some quality one-on-one time with your partner on a romantic, snowy and peaceful run to bring you closer than ever. You can keep the date going with a hot chocolate or coffee at a local cafe with, or hop in the hot tub for some relaxing post-run recovery.
“Be mine” on Strava
With Strava art taking the running world by storm, now’s the perfect time to join the trend. You’ve got full creative freedom–whether that’s carving the words “Be my Valentine” into your route, like this TikTok user, or simply spreading love during your run.
You can never make too big a statement on Feb. 14. Melbourne, Australia’s Viral Strava artist Peter Mitchell, A.K.A. Peter GPS Artist, pulled out all the stops during his Valentine’s Day run with a friend, uploading a flawless heart-shaped 29-km route.
Show up solo to run club
Single and ready to mingle? If you’re looking to put yourself out there and meet the one, today’s the day to make a solo trip to your local run club. You’ll be much more open to chatting with strangers and meeting new people if you stray from the comfort of your usual friend group.
Show some self love
Your Valentine doesn’t have to be someone else–show yourself some love today too. If there’s a race you’ve been debating registering for, today’s the day you commit to tackling that new challenge by signing up. Those new running shoes you’ve had your eye on? Gift them to yourself–even if your bank account doesn’t thank you, your feet will.
