Why do I go running when the air quality is code red?

Physical and mental health keeps the pace in Washington, D.C.

This is the first year I’ve celebrated Global Running Day because I’ve never heard of it before. I picked a challenging year to start because the air quality is code red and the meteorologists warned us to avoid strenuous activities outdoors because of the smoke from Canada.

I was alarmed to be told that I can’t go for my regular run, so I ran 3.5 miles …