Weekly Newsletter 8 October 2025

This week's newsletter has interesting articles, including easy ways to get faster this week, and when to drink electrolytes.

Interesting Articles

When to drink electrolytes

Runners World rounded up experts to investigate when and if you should be drinking an electrolyte supplement, and what should be in them.

Running with a dog lead: how to balance training and bonding

Running with a dog lead isn’t always straightforward. Balancing your own training goals with your dog’s needs takes planning and patience. Whether you’re preparing for a marathon or just logging easy miles, knowing when and how to include your dog can turn good runs into great ones. Find out more in this blog at Sport Coaching.

Easy ways to get faster this week

Canadian Running has five smart ways to make your legs feel speedier in moments.

Struggling to fit running into a busy schedule?

A lot of us struggle with how to fit running into a busy schedule, but it's about working smarter, not harder. Check out these tips to fit it all in.

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