The aim of this study was to conduct a scoping review of parkrun literature for evidence of its
reach, health impact and appeal whilst identifying gaps for future research. We used the …

The last decade has seen a surge of interest and investment in green social prescribing,
however, both healthcare and social enterprise has been impacted by the COVID-19 crisis …

Over the last 13 years, parkrun has grown from a small time trial in Bushy Park, London, to
become a global social movement. During this time, much has been claimed about the …

Research question Due to government restrictions because of COVID-19, all participatory
sport events (PSEs) were cancelled. As a result, knowledge is needed as to how and to what …

Objective: Parkrun is a volunteer facilitated mass participation running event, taking place in
open spaces around the world. Research has identified benefits to mental health of …

Background Whilst the benefits of physical activity for health and wellbeing are recognised,
population levels of activity remain low. Significant inequalities exist, with socioeconomically …

In this paper I discuss how a Physical Cultural Studies approach offers a different way of
understanding the complex experiences of health, emotional wellbeing and (in) active …

The prevalence of obesity and related health problems has increased sharply in recent
decades. Dominant medical, economic, psychological, and especially epidemiological …

Organised walking groups are increasingly widespread in the UK and elsewhere and have
been shown to have many benefits for participants. They tend to attract more women than …

The aim of this study was to investigate the motivations for beginner runners to take part in
Parkrun Poznań and City Trail Poznań, Poland, taking into account their socio …