This is a global campaign to celebrate and promote walking at parkrun, to coincide with parkrun’s 18th anniversary (the first event took place in Bushy Park, London in October 2004).
It’s called parkrun, not parkwalk! Why are you focusing on walkers?
The name ‘parkrun’ might imply that events are not for people who walk. Yet, this couldn’t be further from the truth!
The founder of parkrun, Paul Sinton-Hewitt, had a vision that parkrun would be open to everyone, no matter who they are or where they came from.
We know that walking is one of the best entry points into parkrun, especially for those who may be taking their first steps towards healthier lifestyles. Walking can help people manage or prevent health conditions, enhance mood, boost fitness and enable people to connect with others.
Our insight shows that around 9% of all parkrun participants have at least one long term health condition, but this rises to 45% for walkers.
By encouraging and welcoming walkers we can expand the incredible impact that parkrun has on a wider range of people.
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