Ageing Runner Podcast #5 -The shy, the avoidant and the unsocial – Why all runners need connection as we age

In this episode, Chris looks at research from the Huntsman Senior Games in Utah. It looks at the different levels of loneliness experienced by those who are shy, avoidant or unsocial. Can running in a group really make us feel more lonely than running alone? Fascinating stuff.

We also have quick catchup with Chris as he takes part in his first track session, has a heart scan and registers for his first 50 miler.

You can read Chris’s full take on the article here: The shy, the avoidant and the unsocial – Why all runners need connection as we age.

References

Hill, M.S., Yorgason, J.B., Nelson, L.J. and Jensen, A.C. (2019). Social Withdrawal and Loneliness Among Older Adult Athletes: A Case for Playing Alone. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, pp.1–9. doi:https://doi.org/10.1123/japa.2018-0335.

One of the authors has made a copy freely available on ResearchGate here.

Dart, H. (2023). Until the Shoes Fall Off. [online] iRunFar. Available at: https://www.irunfar.com/until-the-shoes-fall-off [Accessed 18 Dec. 2023].

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