Running in Chapultepec

A community that supports and challenges one another

Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico

A secret life

Before Mexico City wakes up, before dawn, the Chapultepec forest comes alive with the echoing footsteps of hundreds of runners.

Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico

A shared sunrise

Among them we can find Andrea Ramírez Limón, a Mexican Olympic athlete and part of a great community united by a common pulse: the love of movement.

Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico

The path to diversity

From children to adults, amateurs to elite athletes, Chapultepec is a space that welcomes all types of runners and promotes the community's holistic health.

"Running is my buddy in epic battles"
— Andrea Limón

Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico

Mutual inspiration

Here, each runner faces their challenges head on. The track becomes a personal mirror, reflecting the inner journey of self-improvement and discovery that they all share. It is a space where competition gives way to camaraderie.

Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico

Echoes of inspiration

Andrea's presence in Chapultepec is a beacon of inspiration. Runners are motivated by her story, which forges an unbreakable bond of mutual admiration and support.

Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico

Olympic dream

Tokyo 2020 was the stage where Andrea faced the challenge of her lifetime. Her participation in the Olympic marathon was etched in history, inspiring an entire nation to pursue their dream.

"Running is my greatest work of art, my greatest symphony, touching the sky with my feet on the ground"
— Andrea Limón

Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico

The music of movement

Andrea describes running as her greatest symphony, where body, mind and soul intertwine in perfect harmony. Chapultepec, with its orchestra of natural sounds, provides the perfect setting for this dance of resistance, passion and freedom.

Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico

Shared horizons

Running in Chapultepec means being part of a larger story, uniting personal and shared goals with sites brimming with history and cultural significance.

Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico

Historical legacy

The diverse and mysterious trails of Chapultepec, from the Lago Mayor and Lago Menor to the legendary El Sope running track, immerse runners in the living history of Mexico City, creating an exchange between sport, art and environment.

Chapultepec (2024-02-01) by Alejandro Antonio Rodríguez TorresMinistry of Culture of the Government of Mexico

Community and aspiration

The true essence of running in Chapultepec lies in its community: a diverse tapestry of individuals united by their love of sport and the constant search for self-improvement. In this emblematic green space, each step forward is a celebration of the spirit.

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