Weekly Newsletter 9 April 2025

This week's newsletter showcases the Lake Dunstan Trail - Marathon; along with interesting articles, including what you need to do about sore knees.

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Lake Dunstan Trail - Marathon

Come for a run on a truly 'World Class’ trail. Smooth, fast, stunning scenery, cool engineering features and rustic heritage along the way.

With aid stations every 4 km (approx.) there is no need for any extra gear.

Transport to the start is available. Great drink and food options included in the price at the end.

And what will FreshChoice do this year? What a great sponsor!

See the website for all the details: www.lakedunstantrailmarathon.com

Interesting Articles

Running workouts for when you don’t feel like running

Get out of a funk and find your motivation with these runs at Run.

Legs up the wall benefits

Making your workout a few minutes longer for recovery will be one of the best decisions you’ve ever made. Find out more at Runners World.

Sore knees? Here’s what you need to do

Canadian Running takes you back to the basics to banish knee pain forever.

How to train for a half marathon using time, not distance

Race training doesn't have to be about PBs and pace pressures. Find out how to train for a half marathon using time, not distance.

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
The Running Calendar Team