Weekly Newsletter 26 August 2026

This week's newsletter has interesting articles, including cross training for runners: here’s why and how it makes you stronger.

Interesting Articles

The best carbs for runners

Runners World looks at the best carbs for runners, according to a dietitian and coach.

Stiffness, joint instability, and the strategies to fix them in runners

Physiotherapist Joe Uhan discusses excessive stiffness from joint instability, and how to fix it in runners at iRunFar.

Is a seven-day training cycle too short for you?

Canadian Running looks at how a 10-day cycle offers an alternative for runners who want to stay on track when life gets in the way and looks at the pros and cons.

Cross training for runners: here’s why and how it makes you stronger

Cross-training adds variety to your routine and can boost your performance. Find out how to do it to reap the most rewards.

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