5k Park Run

Aid_B

Just been sent this website, thought i'd share waith all UK would be runners

http://www.parkrun.org.uk

"Parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for runners of all standards,

It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed run and it can really be whatever you want it to be, whether that's for fun or as part of a training plan.

It offers an opportunity for all the local community, male or female, young or old, to come together on a regular basis to enjoy this beautiful park and get physically active into the bargain. We want to encourage people to jog or run together irrespective of their ability – this event is truly open to all and best of all it really is FREE!

Taking part is easy – just register in advance by 6pm on the Friday before your first ever parkrun here. The great thing is that you only ever need to do this once! Then just set your alarm for Saturday morning and get yourself there!

After the run, if you don’t have to get off straight away, there will be the chance to socialise with everyone at the Café to maybe swap stories about your run that day, chat to other runners over a cup of tea or coffee and just be an important part of this new running community.

So whether you are a complete novice looking to get yourself started on your own "running journey" or a seasoned athlete wanting to use this as a part of your training schedule, you’re welcome to come along and join us."

Aid :happy:

loxleys

what a brilliant idea, i think i'm going to have to get a friend to come with me in the new year. I don't often do 5k races as they're over too quick but for a freebie to track performance it sounds great. i've never been brave enough to join a running club so this will be great to meet others who are mad enough to go running in all weathers!
thanks for your post.