Weekly Newsletter 29 October 2025

This week's newsletter showcases the Tauranga City to Surf; along with interesting articles, including looking at why you're not getting faster at running.

Run, walk, and celebrate at Tauranga’s iconic seaside City to Surf!

The Mitre 10 Mega Tauranga City to Surf is back — a fun run and walk event that captures the best of our coastal city! Choose from 5km, 11km, or half marathon distances, all finishing with an iconic loop around the Mount Base Track and a unique sand run to the finish line.

Whether you are chasing a personal best, walking with family, or joining the Corporate and Gym/Club Challenge with your crew of five or more, the vibe is fun, friendly, and inclusive. Celebrate your achievement seaside-style at one of Tauranga’s most loved community events!

Find out more and enter online at https://eventpromotions.co.nz/city-to-surf/

Interesting Articles

Tempo runs made simple

Canadian Running has a guide to the workout that makes fast feel easier.

Why am I not getting faster at running?

Experts talk to Runners World about the most common hurdles runners face when it comes to picking up the pace. Plus, exactly what to do so you can get faster.

Stepping up from a half to full marathon

Thinking of stepping up from a half to a full marathon? Read the expert training advice you need to make your marathon debut a success.

How far did i just run?

Sport Coaching has the ultimate guide to tracking your distance accurately.

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