It's impossible to definitively say what percentage of people enjoy running, as there is no comprehensive global survey on this topic.
Factors like individual preferences, cultural norms, and access to running resources vary widely across populations.
However, some studies and surveys offer insights:
- The 2021 National Health Interview Survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 23.5% of adults in the United States reported engaging in running or jogging at least once in the past month.
- A 2019 survey by the Running USA found that approximately 25 million people in the United States participate in running events annually.
While these numbers don't directly translate to a percentage of people who enjoy running, they provide some indication of the popularity of running as a recreational activity.
It's also worth noting that many people may enjoy running without participating in races or regularly tracking their mileage.
Ultimately, the percentage of people who enjoy running is likely much higher than any specific survey can capture.
