From Pushchair to PBs: A Dad & Son’s Parkrun Bond - Alex & Isaac Mann

This week on the Parkrunners Podcast, we meet Alex Mann—a passionate parkrunner and proud Dad—and his energetic 4-year-old son Isaac, who’s already chasing PBs (personal bests) at Junior parkrun in Hove! With a £1 reward from Mum, Dad, Nanny & Grandad for every new personal best, Isaac’s motivation is sky-high. But it’s not just about the numbers—Alex turns each Sunday 2k into a mission to beat the “bad guys” on the hills, helping Isaac push through with imagination and grit.

This joyful episode follows our previous conversations with Shona McCallin, Junior parkrun ambassador and Olympic gold medalist, and Celia Dawson, Head Teacher of Cricket Green Primary the pilot school for the parkrun primary initiative. This episode offers a fresh perspective on how families are embracing parkrun as a shared adventure.

Whether you're a parent, a parkrunner, or someone who loves seeing kids thrive through movement and play—this one’s for you.

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