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POWER UP
YOUR PARK
RUN: FUN
WAYS TO
KEEP IT
FRESH
TIDY UP AND CLEAR DEBRIS
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting
out, park runs are a brilliant way to stay fit and
connect with your local community. But if your
weekly 5K is starting to feel a bit samey, it might be
time to shake things up. Here are some creative
ways to add variety and motivation to your park runs.
SET MINI CHALLENGES
Introduce personal challenges to keep things fresh.
One week, focus on pacing evenly from start to
finish. The next, try sprinting the final kilometre or
overtaking a certain number of people. These
bite-sized goals can help improve performance
without the pressure of chasing a new personal best
every week.
TRACK YOUR MILESTONES
Use a running app or a good old-fashioned notebook
to log your progress. Celebrate milestones—whether
it’s your 10th run, a new fastest time, or simply
showing up consistently for a month. Rewarding
yourself for these achievements can boost morale
and motivation.
TURN IT INTO A VLOG OR BLOG
If you’re social media savvy, why not document your
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park run journey? Share training tips, highlight local
routes, or interview fellow runners. It adds a fun,
creative element and could inspire others to get
involved. You don’t need fancy equipment—a
smartphone and a bit of editing will do.
RUN WITH FRIENDS (OR MAKE NEW
ONES)
Running with a buddy or joining a local running
group can make the experience more enjoyable.
You’ll naturally push each other and may even forget
you’re exercising. Park runs are a great place to meet
like-minded people, especially if you’re new to the
area.
MIX UP YOUR ROUTINE
Try different park run locations to keep things
exciting. A new route means new scenery, new
challenges, and new people to meet. You could even
set a goal to complete a certain number of different
events across the UK.
Ultimately, park runs are what you make of them. By
introducing variety, setting goals, and sharing your
journey, you’ll find renewed enthusiasm—and
maybe even a few personal records along the way.
