Weekly Newsletter 8 July 2026

This week's newsletter has interesting articles, including a speed session to smash your next 10K, and why running is so hard after a marathon.

Interesting Articles

Try this smart speed session to smash your next 10K

Canadian Running provides expert insights to help you optimise your training for a tough race.

How many rest days should you take per week?

A well-rounded training programme incorporates enough rest days to ensure you’ll see progress. Find out more at Runners World.

The Norwegian training method simplified

The Norwegian Method isn’t just double-threshold days and lactate testing; it’s about accumulating more controlled threshold work. Here’s how athletes of all levels can apply it. Read about it at Training Peaks.

Why is running so hard after a marathon?

Runna looks at the science behind post-marathon fatigue, and when it gets better.

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 & Sam
The Running Calendar Team