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Ministers urged to enforce female-only categories in UK grassroots sport

Grassroots sports should lose their funding if they allow trans women to compete in female categories, a rightwing thinktank has claimed

The Guardian - UK

Where did I find the courage to talk to my mum about her cancer? At parkrun, far behind the racers

Every Saturday morning, thousands of people get off their sofas to cover 5km in their local park. Like me, a growing number are there to walk rather than run – and to talk about their deepest feelings

The Guardian - UK

Embed activity into school curriculum for ‘happier’ population, politicians told

A letter from organisations including Parkrun told party leaders to unlock the potential of physical activity to tackle ‘a mental health crisis’.

The Independent UK

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London Marathon Foundation invests £1m in junior parkrun in new partnership

Junior parkrun is a weekly event in which children aged four to 14 tackle a 2km course.

The Independent UK

Throsby Creek rock wall works start to protect popular Parkrun pathway

The 200-metre section of the rock wall has been gradually crumbling.

Newcastle Herald

The slow running revolution: how to move at a ‘sexy’ pace – and really enjoy the race

Forget personal bests, stopwatches and numbers on the scales. More and more people are taking up running to enjoy time in nature, chatting with friends and stress reduction

The Guardian - UK

10 questions for John McCabe of the North East England Chamber of Commerce

The boss of the regional business membership organisation answers our questions

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Parents encouraged to do a 5k run or activity rather than sit around while their children play sport

Exclusive: Health Secretary in drive to push healthier lifestyles as part of plans to make NHS ‘sustainable’ in the long term

Evening Standard

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

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

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

'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

There's a new Parkrun in Manchester - here's how to get involved

It's on every Saturday morning

Manchester Evening News

Is there a parkrun near you? All the courses in Greater Manchester and how to take part

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What Is A Good 5K Time?

We gathered data from parkrun, Strava and others to identify average 5K times by location, sex and age

Liverpool Echo

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"

The Guardian - UK

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

Evening Standard

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

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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.

ABC News

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.

Belfast Live

Parkrun Northern Ireland celebrates birthday as organisers hope to bring more

It has transformed the lives of many

The Independent UK

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.

ABC News

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

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

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.

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