The Salon du Running runs from March 31st to April 2nd 2016 . Last year, it had welcomed in 3 days, more than 85 000 visitors . Running, otherwise known as running ,   is becoming more and more trend and the good reasons for getting there are not lacking.

According to a study FFA- Sportlab, made in October 2014, 9.5 million French are amateurs of running . A figure rising this year since the new FFA study revealed end of March 2016 announces 12.5 million French admitting to practice running at least once a week.

Women, running enthusiasts

- Women represent 53% of joggers against 47% of men who enjoy running.

- The category of 25-49 years is the one that practices the most since 52% of respondents belong to this age group against 36% among 15-24 years and only 12% for 50 years and over .

Running yes, but without competition

- 87% of French respondents participate in only 3 races a year and 45% compete only once a year . French riders yes but not competitors.
- 72% of running enthusiasts practice running to improve their performance.

The smartphone, essential for a runner?

The use of the smartphone is common when running. Indeed, 81% of the runners are equipped with smartphone is more than the average of the French population which is equipped with 65%

- Today, the number of practitioners using their smartphone to run has increased since 2014, from 44% to 65% . Used to listen to music or time, the smartphone has become indispensable for many runners.
- 40% use a running application against 28% in 2014.