Weekly Newsletter 11 March 2026

This week's newsletter has interesting articles, including the first-timer’s marathon training plan, and speed work for runners.

Interesting Articles

How to be a lifelong runner

Canadian Running has simple tips from an expert to keep you moving for decades to come.

The first-timer’s marathon training plan

Conquer your first 42.2 with this plan at Runners World that uses a gradual build-up, speedwork, and goal-paced runs to get you fit – and safely across the finish line.

Speed work for runners

Sport Coaching has tempo runs, intervals, and the workouts that make you faster.

Training for the trail

iRunFar takes a look at long runs, which can be a wonderful opportunity to travel a significant distance through a beautiful natural environment.

Recent updates

To find out what's been recently updated, check the recent updates page regularly for date changes, event postponements and cancellations. Check out the full calendar of upcoming events.

Until next week...

Have a great running week!

Ngā mihi,
Jane, Chris & Sam
The Running Calendar Team