‘Keeping it on’ while jogging in Korea


The naked truth: Yun (bottom left) with his running crew; proponents like Yun say shirtless running is about sharing positive energy and staying motivated. — The Korea Herald/ANN

AT Seoul’s Yeouido Hangang Park, the mecca for the city’s running crews, four new taboos are shifting the vibe of the jogging trail.

A banner, posted along the walkway, outlines the four guidelines which prohibit: 1) shirtless running, 2) clapping or cheering, 3) running in large groups and 4) shouting “make way” at other pedestrians.

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