Parkrun makes you happy and healthy

[JaoJao]

Here is a link to a report based on independent survey carried out on some 60,0000 parkrun participants. Some great findings related to volunteering too!

blog.parkrun.com/uk/2019/10...

[Katnap Graduate10]

Those of us who already volunteer know this!

Thanks for sharing JaoJao 🏃🏃🏃👍

🐱 Katnap 🐱

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to Katnap]

No problem, there are so many people who parkrun on this forum, it only serves to cement that we are helping ourselves! Xx

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate10]

I am going to make it my mission to volunteer one of these days...I'm just worried that I'll set off running when everyone comes round the corner!!!🏃

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to Mummycav]

There are some roles you can do that allows you to parkrun too. There’s no pressure to volunteer, but interesting that the volunteers are the more happier group from this survey x

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate10 in reply to JaoJao]

I’m going to read it x

[Stephen_UK Graduate10]

It definitely makes you healthier and happier. Can’t imagine life without it now.

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to Stephen_UK]

My sentiments exactly. It’s changed my Saturday mornings. I really needed some structure to the weekends and I’ve found it.

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Great write up. I’ve been thinking about volunteering, particularly as my long runs need to be done at the weekend so I can’t do the Parkrun.

Also, on the two occasions I have done it, I’ve really appreciated the encouragement as I struggle round! A few kind words really help.

[JaoJao Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

Hey Rainbow, it’s a nice way to give back and there are so many roles to choose from. My mum and I are on a mission to try out as many roles as we can! I’ve even added Parkrun volunteer to my LinkedIn profile for a bit of showing off 😊😊😊