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Group
Running Club by Shadow Program
Tiago Lopes saw a gap in Covilhã's running landscape and decided to fill it. In October 2025, he founded Running Club by Shadow Program with a simple mandate: create a space where runners of all levels could gather, move together, and build genuine connection. The crew organizes regular 5-kilometer runs structured by pace groups, removing the pressure of competition and replacing it with collective momentum. What began as a small group has grown into a vital thread in the city's social fabric. Members now explore Covilhã's mix of urban streets and natural trails, strengthening bonds through shared effort and conversation. The crew's philosophy centers on inclusivity and personal growth, runners here aren't chasing times, they're chasing friendship. Shadow Program has become more than a running outlet; it's a celebration of local culture and a testament to what happens when movement and belonging intersect.
Races nearby
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Distance: 15.9 km from CovilhãThu, Jul 16, 2026See full details
PT281 Ultramarathon is one of the most extreme endurance races in Europe. Spanning 281 km across the rugged interior of Portugal, it’s designed for experienced ultrarunners capable of navigating by GPS and surviving in scorching summer heat. With temperatures often soaring above 40°C in July, the race demands not only physical preparation but also mental resilience and self-sufficiency. The event is characterized by its minimalist support format — there are no marked trails, and participants must be self-sufficient between checkpoints. With a time limit of 66 hours, runners push through the brutal terrain with one goal: to reach the finish line.
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Distance: 4.9 km from CovilhãFri, Oct 02, 2026
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Distance: 13.9 km from CovilhãSun, Oct 18, 2026
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Distance: 22.8 km from CovilhãThu, Jan 14, 2027