Our mission

To increase the world’s physical and mental wellbeing by supporting individuals to improve their fitness through running.

Why does the world need running?

  • Physical health

    We face an obesity epidemic. More active lifestyles are the answer.

  • Mental health

    Anxiety and depression are on the rise. Running improves our mood.

  • Climate change

    The planet is burning. We need more less vehicles and more walking.

Our story

Our story began in 2018 when Chris Worfolk established the Running For Beginners course. Since that time, thousands of runners have used it to learn the basic concepts of running and start improving their fitness.

In 2019, we expanded the course to include a Facebook group also named Running For Beginners. It is now one of the most active beginner-friendly running groups on Facebook with thousands of members.

To continue helping more people get into running, we knew we needed more help. In 2021, we oficially became Running Ambassadors International with the aim of training ambassadors to help us on our mission.

About Chris

Running Ambassadors International was founded by Chris Worfolk, ultramarathon runner, IRONMAN triathlete and British Triathlon qualified coach. Chris is a psychologist and creator of the Running For Anxiety programme.

Chris