It may feel like lunacy to go for an outdoor run during the height of summer in Japan. But maybe the sight of athletes striving for gold will inspire you to put on a pair of running shoes.
There are plenty of health benefits to entice you. Research shows that along with weight loss, running improves cardiovascular and respiratory health, slows the effects of aging and helps manage depression.
The problem is Tokyo’s labyrinthine streets and streams of traffic make finding a good running route difficult.