Gorky Park Loop (고리키 공원): Multiple interconnected paths from Gorky Park entrance connect to Luzhnetskaya embankment for scenic 7-9km river routes. Start early (7-8am) before Korean tour groups and food bloggers crowd the paths after 6pm. Exit Sokolnicheskaya metro at Park Kultury, walk 3 minutes to main entrance.

Sokolniki Park Discovery: Take red line to Sokolniki station (exit #4) for Moscow's most authentic forest running experience. Multiple trail options wind through actual birch and pine forests - feels more like running in Jirisan National Park than central Moscow. Trail markings could be clearer, but the natural setting beats manicured city parks. Perfect for pre-meal runs before hitting nearby Korean restaurants.

Air Quality Reality Check: Skip main boulevards like Tverskaya completely - narrow sidewalks plus Russian traffic equals terrible air quality that'll ruin your post-run appetite. River embankments and park loops offer clean air essential for proper taste bud recovery before exploring Moscow's incredible Korean food scene in nearby neighborhoods.

Pro tip: Izmaylovsky Park (blue line to Izmaylovskaya) offers quieter trails with fewer selfie-dodging situations than touristy Gorky Park, especially weekend mornings.