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Runners: take your workouts to the next level at City Shred, MOVE YYZ

Experience the power of fitness, mindfulness and unity at Toronto's premier outdoor workout event on Aug. 19

City Shred YYZ Photo by: @johnwithlenses

Amid the current emphasis on well-being in a healthy active lifestyle, fitness, mindfulness and fostering a sense of community have surged to the forefront. And now, step into the spotlight: CITY SHRED, an immersive outdoor fitness event curated for enthusiasts of energy and wellness. Attendees can brace themselves not only for an invigorating workout, but also for an opportunity to develop connections within a vibrant fitness community in your city.

The MOVE, YYZ event at Lamport Stadium in Toronto on Aug. 19 promises an exhilarating day, where participants can anticipate a diverse blend of low-impact training, contemporary movement and high-energy HIIT—all set to the backdrop of music. While the event warmly welcomes all, the organizers expect a strong female turnout, placing special emphasis on yoga, Pilates and dance-style workouts. This event embraces inclusivity, firmly asserting that CITY SHRED is a workout designed for everyBODY, regardless of age or fitness level.

City shred YYZ
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What truly distinguishes CITY SHRED from other fitness events is its vibrant array of leaders and trainers. Collaborating with numerous coaches and trainers from studios across the Greater Toronto Area, CITY SHRED unites celebrity instructors and facilitators, ensuring attendees undergo a workout experience to remember. Through partnerships with local businesses and gyms, the event seeks to foster community bonds, transcending the realm of fitness to cultivate unity and holistic well-being.

For run clubbers and long-distance runners, CITY SHRED is the perfect event to elevate their training regimen and enhance their mobility. Despite recognizing their pivotal role in boosting speed, strength and recovery, runners sometimes overlook mobility training and stretching, 

CITY SHRED’s organizers underline the significance of their interval-based group training stations for runners seeking to address their weaknesses head-on. “Each station zeroes in on different body areas, providing runners with an effective means to enhance their mobility while venturing into new exercises and workouts that can complement your training.”

City Shred YYZ
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The MOVE, YYZ event on Aug. 19 is a chance for runners to break a sweat and connect with Toronto’s diverse fitness community. The first 300 attendees will receive swag bags filled with sponsor products and local gym promotions, making it truly an event you can’t afford to miss. Tickets are still available for those looking to dive into a day of movement, mindfulness and motivation. Sign up with promo code “RUN50” to get 50 per cent off.

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