Dubai has introduced the ‘Mallathon’ initiative, encouraging residents to use major shopping centers as indoor fitness tracks during the hot summer season. Seven malls in Dubai will open early from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., providing air-conditioned walking and running paths. This initiative aligns with Dubai’s Social Agenda 33, emphasizing the importance of accessible and comfortable exercise for promoting health and well-being.
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The Dubai Mallathon, launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, promotes fitness by offering indoor walking and running routes at seven major malls across Dubai throughout August. It contributes to Dubai’s Social Agenda 33’s mission of facilitating healthy living in a safe and accessible manner.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, inaugurated the Dubai Mallathon on July 24. This innovative program welcomes residents to utilize Dubai’s renowned shopping malls as indoor fitness tracks. The primary aim is to encourage community members to stay active during the scorching summer by providing air-conditioned spaces for walking or running from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. The Dubai Mallathon supports Social Agenda 33’s objective of enhancing health and wellness for the city’s residents. By utilizing familiar mall settings, individuals can easily maintain an active lifestyle while avoiding the summer heat, fostering healthy routines suitable for all age groups and fitness levels.
Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan emphasized the purpose of the initiative, stating,
