Local 71-year-old completes his 200th parkrun in Offaly

Michael Kearney (71) from Clonbullogue recently completed his 200th parkrun at the weekly Mountlucas parkrun event.

Michael began running in 2018, after he retired from Bord na Móna.

He started with a "couch to 5km" programme and hasn't looked back since.

Having recently completed a 115km stretch of the Camino de Santiago in Spain, Michael is no stranger to fitness. He regularly hikes and hill walks, as well as taking part in social dancing, and running.

He was supported on the day of his 200th milestone with a large gang of family and friends.

Speaking after the event, Michael said: "I really appreciate all the support at the finish line today. There is a great community spirit here at Mountlucas parkrun. I was lucky that the rain stayed off- it made for a very enjoyable morning!"

Michael crossed the finish line accompanied by two good friends, Mary Dunne and Mary Rowan. He had brought a celebratory cake with him, which was generously divided among all parkrun attendees. A massive well done to Michael from all at Mountlucas parkrun.

Mountlucas parkrun takes place at Bord na Móna Mountlucas windfarm every Saturday morning at 9.30am sharp.

Organisers say there's something for everyone at Mountlucas parkrun whether you want to walk, run, volunteer or just meet new people. For more information, see: http://parkrun.ie/mountlucas