Gwangjin-gu '5060 Dalligi' Program Operation

Enjoy Fun and Health While Savoring Autumn Atmosphere at Ttukseom Hangang Park and Children's Grand Park

Gwangjin-gu (Mayor Kim Kyung-ho) is launching new lifestyle sports classes for middle-aged and older adults to enjoy the autumn season, which is ideal for exercising. To meet the growing demand among middle-aged individuals for active hobbies and to expand opportunities for physical activities, the district has introduced ‘Nordic Walking’ and ‘5060 Running’ programs.

Starting in October, the ‘Nordic Walking’ and ‘5060 Running’ programs are designed for Gwangjin-gu residents in their 50s and 60s, and anyone can easily learn under the guidance of professional instructors.

‘Nordic Walking’ is an exercise that uses special poles to engage both the upper and lower body while walking. It originated as a training method for Nordic ski athletes. It burns more calories than regular walking and is known to improve endurance, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. It is also easy to try for those with weak knees or joint conditions. The program is held once a week at Ttukseom Hangang Park and Children’s Grand Park.

The ‘5060 Running’ program, a middle-aged version of the popular ‘Gwangjin Running Crew’ favored by younger people, takes place once a week at Ttukseom Hangang Park. Participants run 5.6 km together while enjoying the refreshing air of the Han River.

Residents interested in joining the programs can apply through the Gwangjin-gu Office website, and for more details, they can contact the Sports Promotion Division.

Mayor Kim Kyung-ho of Gwangjin-gu said, “We have prepared customized lifestyle sports programs for residents of various age groups and hope many will participate. We will continue to devote all our efforts to creating an environment where everyone can enjoy lifestyle sports without burden by expanding sports facilities and supporting diverse programs.”

Meanwhile, the district has also newly opened skateboarding and night trekking classes, and continues to operate climbing, badminton, tennis, and calisthenics programs to promote residents’ physical fitness and leisure activities.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.