Volunteers and runners celebrated as Levengrove Parkrun marks 100th event People from as far as Devon and Belfast made the journey to Dumbarton to celebrate the Parkrun’s 100th event. Daily Record · Jun 16, 2023
Andy Murray urges people to take part in parkrun to mark NHS’s 75th birthday Tens of thousands of people from across the UK are expected to take part in the parkrun on Saturday July 8 and the junior parkrun on Sunday July 9. The Independent UK · May 26, 2023
How parkrun helped amputee Paul Webber regain his fitness and make new friends Paul Webber lost his right leg in a motorcycle accident 37 years ago. Determined to remain active, he recently discovered parkrun where he has found new energy and friends. ABC News · Apr 23, 2023
'My daughter never wanted her condition to rule her life - but she was tragically taken from me' "Carla always lived her life to the full" Manchester Evening News · Apr 19, 2023
There's a new Parkrun in Manchester - here's how to get involved It's on every Saturday morning Manchester Evening News · Mar 14, 2023
Is there a parkrun near you? All the courses in Greater Manchester and how to take part The popular running event takes place at 9am every Saturday morning Manchester Evening News · Mar 11, 2023
What Is A Good 5K Time? We gathered data from parkrun, Strava and others to identify average 5K times by location, sex and age Coach · Feb 22, 2023
Parkrun community 'torn apart' after former S*n editor becomes trustee A runner whose brother died at Hillsborough said: "Volunteers are stepping away from parkrun because they don't want to continue" Liverpool Echo · Feb 3, 2023
Ditch gym fees: the best ways to get fit at no (or little) cost From free parkruns to YouTube videos or apps, you can get active without having to spend much The Guardian - UK · Jan 21, 2023
Face of Covid health briefings Sir Jonathan Van-Tam joins Parkrun charity Sir Jonathan became known for his football analogies during the regular Covid briefings Evening Standard · Jan 9, 2023
More young Aussies feel isolated, left out New research from headspace's national youth mental health survey shows two thirds of Australians aged 12 to 25 feel lonely. AAP · Dec 19, 2022
How parkrun is changing lives with its commitment to inclusion and diversity While the physical health benefits of parkrun events are obvious, many participants experience more than just the satisfaction of beating their personal best time. ABC News · Oct 28, 2022
Parkrun Northern Ireland celebrates birthday as organisers hope to bring more It has transformed the lives of many Belfast Live · Oct 21, 2022
5 totally free workout ideas to try this autumn As the days get colder and the cost of living soars, it’s vital we look after our health and wellbeing. Here’s how to do it for free. The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2022
ABC News · Sep 16, 2022 New country, new community — Hanieh found so much more than fitness at her local parkrun When Hanieh moved to Australia from Iran, she met her future husband and became part of a community within two weeks — all sparked from one event.
ABC News · Aug 26, 2022 What's it like to hold an Australian parkrun record — and what comes next? Parkrun may not be the most competitive running event, but it still attracts some of the world's best runners. Meet the two Australians who hold records in the weekly timed event.
ABC News · Aug 19, 2022 Isobel McKeown loves volunteering at parkrun, so do others who say it lifts their mood and physical health Isobel, 11, is a regular volunteer at parkrun and loves it. So do many others, who say it improves their mental and physical health, and just makes them happier overall.
Daily Record · Aug 13, 2022 Guide Nik gives visually impaired Hamilton woman the freedom to run A gutsy, severely visually impaired Lanarkshire woman is taking on the Great North Run to raise cash for Guide Dogs, thanks to the volunteer guide who's the wind beneath her wings.
ABC News · Aug 12, 2022 Better bones, stronger muscles and a happier heart — the benefits of exercising into old age are big A lot of things change as we age, but one thing that can help keep the process positive is exercise. If you keep it up — or even take it up — you could see a wealth of benefits, just like 93-year-old Bill.
Belfast Live · Aug 10, 2022 North Belfast is 'unloved' and being 'left behind' by Council, locals claim They say development and greater imagination is needed to improve the wider area
ABC News · Jul 22, 2022 Not everyone can visit Puckapunyal's parkrun, but it's become one of the most important in Australia Puckapunyal is the first restricted access military base in Australia to introduce a weekly parkrun event, and it's helping veterans find a sense of belonging.
ABC News · Jul 1, 2022 Ada Macey's coming out inspired parkrun to make their events more transgender and gender-diverse inclusive Ada Macey used running as a way of dealing with gender dysphoria. But it wasn't until she was embedded in her local parkrun community that she felt comfortable coming out as transgender.
ABC News · Jun 24, 2022 Amid the chaos of life with young kids, parents are finding the positivity they long for at parkrun Amid the chaos of life with young kids, parents are finding positivity and camaraderie at this weekly event — and the mental health benefits couldn't be clearer.
ABC News · Jun 10, 2022 Newcastle parkrun creates 'region of runners' through fitness and community spirit Parkrun has given many people a reason to start running, but it's the "sense of unity" and community spirit that keeps them coming back.
ABC News · Jun 3, 2022 'It's something you get very addicted to': So what's behind a 'runner's high' and how do you get it? Some people liken running to a drug, they just can't help coming back for more. But what really brings about that feeling of euphoria when you're out for a run?