The running challenges
50runs #50runs
Get fit with your challenges
and do something good.
We're off again on 15 October!
THE IDEA
Do good with every session
Your activity creates value – for you and for others.
Every logged run contributes to a donation to a charitable organisation. Pick an eligible organisation from the official register of donation recipients. This turns your training into a contribution to social projects.
WHY 50 RUNS?
The story behind it
A spontaneous idea turned into a movement – 50 Runs.
On one of my running trips in autumn 2013 I had the idea of completing a certain number of runs over the winter. Simply to get a bit of exercise. And somehow I went from 50 runs to Fifty Shades of Grey and from there to Fifty Runs till May. On yet another running trip, a friend (thanks Stefan!) gave me the idea of putting the 50 runs under a charity banner. In October 2026, the 50runs kick off for the 14th time already!
A special thank you also goes to Thomas from schorn.io, who got the first version of the 50runs platform up and running.
ARE YOU IN?
The basic idea behind 50 Runs
Run together, motivate each other and do good – step by step towards the challenge.
Every year from 1 October to 30 April, I try to complete the 50 runs. You follow my lead and also run at least 50 times. How long or how far is up to you, but it should be a bit of a challenge!
REAL VOICES FROM 50RUNNERS
Success stories from our community
Authentic experiences and genuine enthusiasm, first-hand.
For me, #50runs is a great idea. Doing something good while keeping body and mind fit over the winter months. Whether I can repeat my 139 runs from last year remains to be seen. I wish everyone a successful and injury-free season and would be delighted if we could do quite a few runs together. Happy running!
Philipp
#50runner
The 50 Runs simply combine everything I stand for: never stop moving, make runs a fixed date with friends, support social projects and toughen up your body in all winds and weathers. Having a shared goal with the other 50runners motivates me – so there are no excuses, even in winter.
Victoria
#50runner
For me, #50runs means combining social good with beauty and health. The period from October to the end of April offers every facet of nature you can imagine. Running out there means recharging my batteries and having fun with like-minded people. Become a #50runner too – happy running!
Roland
#50runner
