Welcome to the Beginner's Guide to Running, a definitive guide to pounding the pavement for pleasure. 1. Pick an event. There is host of running events coming up. The Sun Herald City2Surf is the world's biggest fun run, with more than 80,000 people covering the 14km distance from the Sydney CBD to iconic Bondi Beach. Whether you're competitive or not, this event … [Read more...] about The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Running
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Sydney Half Marathon
RUNNING It stands as one of Australia's most iconic halves, and arguably one of the world's most scenic and this year, it's hit the big time. BY MF STAFF It's on again. The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon. This year the Sydney Marathon as a candidate race for the Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM). Run one of the world’s most scenic marathon courses, … [Read more...] about Sydney Half Marathon
5 Ways Your Daily Run is Good for your Mental Health
BY MF STAFF Want to be happier, healthier and more relaxed? Put on the runners. The distance running field is a diverse one; behind each runner is a different story of how they got to the start line and why they are challenging themselves to a 10km, half marathon or full 42.195km distance. For many it is a physical challenge: to get fitter, to have more energy to play … [Read more...] about 5 Ways Your Daily Run is Good for your Mental Health
What it takes to be… An ultra runner
All-day training, over 150 kays every week and “hellish” hill sessions are all too familiar for record-breaker Galen Reynolds BY MF STAFF With a five-day aggregate time of 37 hours, 48 minutes and 6 seconds – beating the previous best by just over 10 minutes – Galen Reynolds’ effort at this year’s Berghaus Dragon’s Back Race cemented his status as one of the world’s … [Read more...] about What it takes to be… An ultra runner
Better Pacing, Better Results
How to pace your training runs and races to ensure the best results. When you first start running, pacing probably isn’t something that’s on your mind. You simply step out the door or onto the treadmill and run, hoping to finish not feeling like you need to hurl. However, even in these early stages pacing is important, mainly because not going faster than your body can … [Read more...] about Better Pacing, Better Results