Weekly Newsletter 25 March 2026

This week's newsletter showcases The Taniwha, along with interesting articles, including how to choose the right pair of running shoes.

Your Next Trail Adventure Starts Here

Set along the iconic Waikato River Trails, The Taniwha delivers a unique off-road experience through native forest and alongside the mighty river. Participants can choose to run, walk, mountain bike or eBike, making it accessible to all adventure levels.

With a reputation for incredible scenery and a sold-out event in 2025, this is one not to miss.

Find out more and enter online at www.thetaniwha.co.nz

Interesting Articles

Is marathon heart damage a myth?

A 10-year-long study debunks the idea that endurance athletes are at risk of long-term heart issues. Find out more at Canadian Running.

The expert guide to stretching for running recovery

Whether you regularly run marathons or enjoy gentle 5Ks, stretching is a key part of running recovery. This article asks the experts exactly what we should be doing.

How to choose the right pair of running shoes

Sport Coaching's guide helps you to understand the four key decisions when choosing a shoe - narrowing down your choices takes about five minutes - and then you'll know exactly what to ask for at the store.

Knee pain after running and what to do about it

Suffering with knee pain after running or during your sessions? Sports doctor, author and marathoner Dr Jordan Metzl explains four of the most common knee problems that could be to blame in this article at Runners World – and what to do about them.

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