Simple Changes #58
Give free access to Park Run on any publicly-owned land
Problem
Obesity is a rising and worsening trend in the UK, and by 2050 up to 50% of young people and adults could be obese. Parkrun now operates in over 570 locations across the UK and is a great way of bringing the community together through exercise. We need to ensure that our public spaces are ones that encourage and facilitate people to use them for exercise, to improve their mental and physical health.
Simple Change
By giving free access to Park Run on any publicly-owned land you are showing how public bodies in Wales are committed to making physical activity a part of all of our lives.
Case Study
Who is doing this?
Give access to park run on any public land
Councillor Ann Crimmings who represents Aberdare West / Llwydcoed ward was involved in setting up Parkrun in Aberdare Park. She is encouraging other local bodies to give access to public land for park runs because it is a ‘win win’.
Well-being goals you’ve contributed to
A Wales of Vibrant Culture & Thriving Welsh Language
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A Wales of Vibrant Culture & Thriving Welsh Language
A society that promotes and protects culture, heritage and the Welsh language, and which encourages people to participate in the arts, sports and recreation
A Healthier Wales
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A Healthier Wales
A society in which people’s physical and mental well-being is maximised and in which choices and behaviours that benefit future health are understood
