Weekly Newsletter 25 June 2025

This week's newsletter showcases Trail Challenge Waihi; along with interesting articles, including hill sessions to improve your running, and tips to avoid runner’s toe.

Join us for an unforgettable day on the trails!

Think stunning riverside trails, swing bridges, glorious climbs up Mt Karangahake and pristine native bush - few locations can compete with the Karangahake Gorge for drama, intrigue, and natural beauty.

Immerse yourself in the area's rich heritage as you run through old railway tunnels and past fascinating relics from the gold mining age. This is undoubtedly some of the best off road running in the country!

With a range of options from a flat and scenic 8.2km up to a tough and varied Marathon, there really is something for everyone!

Enter now and save at www.trailchallengewaihi.co.nz

Interesting Articles

Hill sessions to improve your running

Hill workouts can help make you a stronger, more efficient and more resilient runner. Here's why you should add these three session into your training.

Calf exercises for your most propulsive stride yet

Don’t neglect your calves; add these three tried-and-true exercises at Canadian Running to your routine, and you’ll be on your way to a more explosive stride, stronger form and unbeatable efficiency.

Tips to avoid runner’s toe

Runner’s Toe, aka black toenails from running, is not required to be in the club and is not a 100% certainty for all runners, but a lot of us get them. The Run to the Finish blog takes a look at what it is, and ways to effectively prevent runner's toe.

The rise of running: how the sport has evolved into a lifestyle

Running has transformed into a widespread activity embraced by more than just professional athletes. As the sport continues to grow, more people are recognizing its physical, mental and social benefits. Find out more at The Science Survey.

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