Weekly Newsletter 19 November 2025

This week's newsletter showcases the Motatapu Trail Run; along with interesting articles, including how to conquer hills in three simple steps.

Set the next big goal: Motatapu – 7 March 2026

For one day only, the Motatapu opens trails through private high-country stations near Wānaka and Arrowtown.

Runners can take on the 52 km Rab Ultra Run, 42 km Trail Marathon or 15 km UDC Finance Miners Trail — enjoying dramatic valleys, steep climbs and panoramic views.

Motatapu captures the essence of New Zealand’s backcountry spirit, offering a true adventure for every ability.

Taking place on Saturday 7 March 2026, this is the ultimate off-road challenge.

Find out more and enter online at https://motatapu.com/events/

Interesting Articles

What is considered a long run?

You hear "long run" and you’re either excited, a little terrified, or somewhere in between. But what’s considered a long run? Two experienced running coaches tackle some myths and break down what you really need to know to progress in your goals in this article at Coach Amanda Brooks Run to the Finish blog.

Why every runner should add the toe touch exercise to their routine

The toe touch exercise is one of the simplest moves you can add to your training, yet it delivers powerful benefits for runners. Find out more in this guide at Sport Coaching.

How to conquer hills in three simple steps

Canadian Running teaches you how to take the fear out of elevation and use hills to get stronger.

Run ultras for your own reasons

The ultrarunning world is inundated with phrases like sufferfest, suffer better, and the like. Bryon Powell at iRunFar takes a look at why you should "suffer less" and run them for your own reasons.

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