The Movement Prescription

parkrun. So Much More Than a Run.

March 22, 2024 Season 1 Episode 13
parkrun. So Much More Than a Run.
The Movement Prescription
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The Movement Prescription
parkrun. So Much More Than a Run.
Mar 22, 2024 Season 1 Episode 13

Tune in to this week's episode as Hussain sits down with Chrissie Wellington, the Health and Wellbeing Lead at parkrun UK, to delve into the incredible phenomenon that is parkrun. Many of you will know Chrissie as the greatest female long distance triathlete of all time, winning a mind boggling 4 Ironman world titles! They discuss the importance of shifting perspectives and aims from physical activity as we age. parkrun is celebrating its 20th year, and has become more than just a run/jog or walk in the park; it's a powerful social prescribing initiative that has touched countless lives. Join us as we explore how parkrun has transformed communities and individuals alike, and discover how healthcare professionals can engage with this movement through initiatives like the RCGP parkrun Practice. Get ready for an inspiring conversation on health, wellbeing, and the magic of parkrun!

Produced using funding from NHS Tayside Educational Fund and the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

Find us at https://themovementprescription.co.uk/

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Tune in to this week's episode as Hussain sits down with Chrissie Wellington, the Health and Wellbeing Lead at parkrun UK, to delve into the incredible phenomenon that is parkrun. Many of you will know Chrissie as the greatest female long distance triathlete of all time, winning a mind boggling 4 Ironman world titles! They discuss the importance of shifting perspectives and aims from physical activity as we age. parkrun is celebrating its 20th year, and has become more than just a run/jog or walk in the park; it's a powerful social prescribing initiative that has touched countless lives. Join us as we explore how parkrun has transformed communities and individuals alike, and discover how healthcare professionals can engage with this movement through initiatives like the RCGP parkrun Practice. Get ready for an inspiring conversation on health, wellbeing, and the magic of parkrun!

Produced using funding from NHS Tayside Educational Fund and the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

Find us at https://themovementprescription.co.uk/