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Chrissie Wellington
Windsor Clinical Research
Chrissie Wellington's research focuses on the benefits of participation in community-based running and walking events, such as parkrun. Recent studies examine barriers to participation, changes in physical activity levels during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impact of these events on wellbeing. The findings suggest that community-based initiatives like parkrun can promote physical activity, improve mental health, and enhance social connections. Wellington's work highlights the importance of collaborative approaches between primary care and voluntary sector organizations, such as the parkrun Practice Initiative, in delivering accessible and effective chronic disease management programs. These contributions offer valuable insights into promoting population health.