Fun day out in Songpa 10K run
Published: 02 Nov. 2009, 00:52
More than 21,000 participants braved the chilly autumn weather to take part in the 10 kilometer (6.2 mile) event at the marathon. It was a day of fun for families, friends, coworkers and marathon enthusiasts as they rounded the course in Songpa District, southern Seoul.
A senior citizen ran side by side with his young grandson and coworkers who had entered the race encouraged each other. For some it seemed they entered more for the experience. A group of friends took photos on their mobile phones and seemed to enjoy themselves on the brisk Sunday afternoon.
Chae Kwang-seok and Song Eun-joo, a married couple, worked as pace makers, and Lee Don-koo wore his son’s name under his number to bid him luck in his senior year in high school.
For some, the race was more about athleticism. Yeo Jong-sun, a housewife, won her third consecutive 10-kilometer course. The 36-year-old was a long-distance runner in high school and started running again four years ago to keep in shape.
“Life can be repetitive and boring when you’re a housewife. Since I started entering marathons I feel like every day offers a new challenge,” Yeo said in an interview with the JoongAng Ilbo.
By Jason Kim [[email protected]]
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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