Profile of a Parkrunner: Meet Mick
Meet Mick Cronly who has completed more than 200 parkruns and chats to us about his parkrun journey.
When did you first complete a parkrun?
I first completed a parkrun at Mountlucas parkrun on 15th July 2017. I kept going fairly regularly until it was stopped because of Covid. I had a life changing experience in February 2021 when I suffered a major brain haemorrhage. Thankfully, over several months, I made a really good recovery and was able to get back walking, and eventually back running. I was able to get back to parkrun in September 2021 (not long after it had restarted after Covid). Only for the parkrun in Mountlucas I would never have gotten back to running. It was great and fellow parkrunners were so brilliant even just to have the chat with.
What's your favourite thing about parkrun?
My favourite thing about parkrun is every Saturday going to Mountlucas and meeting up with like minded people and it really sets you up for the day...it's great for mind and body. Every time I run, I'm grateful to be able to.
How does it feel to have reached the significant milestone of more than 200 parkruns?
It feels great to have completed my 200th parkrun. It's amazing how quick it came around and then I realised I had ran 1000km mostly around Mountlucas!
What is your favourite parkrun memory?
My favourite memories of parkrun are when I reached my 100th and 200th parkrun in Mountlucas and all my family and friends turned out to cheer me on..it was great.
What words would you use to describe Mountlucas parkrun?
The words i would use to describe Mountlucas parkrun are friendly....inviting...and nobody is judging anyone. It's really a personal challenge whether you run or walk its up to yourself.
Mountlucas parkrun takes place at Bord na Móna Mountlucas windfarm every Saturday morning at 9.30am sharp. There's something for everyone at Mountlucas parkrun whether you want to walk, run, volunteer or just meet new people. Parkrun isn’t just a timed run: it’s about community, inclusivity, and wellbeing. Every event at Mountlucas brings together people of all ages and abilities, creating a warm, encouraging atmosphere. Whether you’re walking your first 5 km or picking up your 50th, Mountlucas parkrun offers something for everyone.
For more information see
http://parkrun.ie/mountlucas