Training for a race or simply to keep up with running when you travel is now a breeze. You need to check the weather condition at destinations, and find fitness center or running routes close to your accommodation. Sometimes, you may not get much info about safety of the running routes, so you may want to find out more upon arrival.
Here’s an example of a traveler outfit and running routes in Hong Kong when the weather is misty and cool at a temperature of 17-21 degrees in Celsius.
1. Outfit Ideas for Running Traveler
A. Travel Outfit
I like to travel comfy and light. I do not like to bring too many items as I want to save space and avoid loosing personal belongings. Hence, clothing that is roomy and has secure pockets is my pick!
A couple of ideas:
 The top is loose on the head and comfy. Ample pockets on both tops and pants. Always bring an extra light jacket |
 Two side zipper pockets are useful. One to keep passport & boarding ticket and another for mobile phone. |
B. Running Outfit
For climate above 20 ° Celsius or 68 ° Fahrenheit, you can wear your thin to medium lightweight and breathable sportswear. They do not need to be thick. For weather below 20 degrees, you need to wear thicker breathable fabric. Do bring a hand towel like the Raazglove to wipe your nose when you run in colder weather.
Above 20°C Running Outfit. Lightweight
2. Running Routes
There are many running and trail routes in Hong Kong. Here’s a sharing for a 9 km route in Kowloon District.
 Exploring Kowloon Park in 2 loops of 2.2 km each |
 4.5 km running route Tsim Tsa Tsui Promenade |
A. Kowloon Park
It is a sanctuary for recreationist and birds. There are pockets of open spaces, bird sanctuary, water fountains, lookout hill, rose garden, outdoor swimming pool and outdoor gyms in the park, surrounded by approximately 2.5 km walking path. You can take the MRT train to Tsim Sha Tsui and exit to Kowloon Park or Kowloon Mosque. The park is right behind the mosque. You can make two loops around the Kowloon Park exploring different paths and section of it. If you like birds, you can checkout the bird sanctuary and the flamingo pond. What I like about the park is that there are a few elevations, one of which leads to the lookout hill, and the flora and fauna are oh so gorgeous.
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B. Tsim Sha Tsui & Hung Hom Promenade
Other than the Kowloon Park, you can run at Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade. From Kowloon Park, you need to go back to the closest MRT entrance and find Exit J. Walk for about 300 meters towards exit J. Upon exiting, you will see Salisbury Garden and you can start running east towards Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade.The 2.3 km stretch will take you through the Hung Hom Promenade till the Hung Hom Ferry Pier. You can enjoy the breeze and lovely view of Hong Kong Island and ferries.
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These two routes give you about 9 km mileage. If you want to add more, run further or add another loop. I find running at Kowloon District is safe and convenient. Happy running & traveling!
