Over 160 parkrunners and walkers set off on a warm autumn Saturday morning.
The weekly run that is hosted at President’s Park was well attended with 15 first-time participants coming to the event.
Fifteen volunteers enjoyed the event as they assisted old and new participants navigate the 5km trail.
Participants ran, jogged or walked the distance, claiming 28 new personal bests in attempting to beat the male and female division records.
Results for April 22 are:
Females
1. Malinda du Plessis 23:24
2. Odette van den Bergh 27:43
3. Andrea Kollenberg 29:08
Males
1. Jonathan Diederiks 19:32
2. Mandla Mbonani 19:37
3. Willie Palmer 21:25
The Springs parkrun is held every Saturday at 08:00. Entrance is free.
Runners and walkers of all ages can register at Presidents Park before the run/walk – get there with your phone and parkrun members will help.
Bring your loved ones for some healthy fun and meet new people. Those who can’t walk or run can always go to the event as volunteers – all are welcome.
For more information or to register before the run, visit www.parkrun.co.za/springs/
