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Run Echuca Moama
Organiser: Community Living and Respite Service
Run Echuca Moama is a 21.1-kilometre, 10-kilometre and 5-kilometre run, walk or wheel (mobility aids only) event. The unique and beautiful course weaves its way across the old bridge and new bridge covering both states Victoria and New South Wales.This event was previously known as Johnno’s Run. It is an annual fundraising event organised by Community Living and Respites Service...
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Run Forrest Trail Run
Organiser: Otway Ranged
Run Forrest Trail Run is a mystical winter trail running under the Otway canopy. It is now time to gather your trail running friends and get training. Again, staged in the winter wonderland now known as Forrest. Their 12th annual adventure will be a show-stopper. And your adventure starts here.Distances: 21km l 10km l 6km l Kids
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Peaks & Trails
Organiser: Peak & Trails
Peaks & Trails is a trail running event that takes place in the Southern Grampians in Victoria. The event offers 50km, 20km, 13.5km and 6.4km distances and a varied track including river flats, open woodland, technical loose rocky single trail, 4WD track and sand. The 50km will summit Mt Sturgeon, Mt Picaninny, Mt Abrupt and Gariwerd, with a total elevation...
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Sunshine Coast Marathon Festival
Organiser: Atlas Collective
Located on the stunning Sunshine Coast, Queensland an hour's drive north of Brisbane this event has been timed to make the most of the ideal Queensland winter running conditions. Blue skies, low humidity and mild temperatures combined with a flat course always enable fast times.Event distances include the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km and the 2km. Each road race follows...
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Shepparton Running Festival
Organiser: Campbelll Shepparton Running Festival
Dive into the heart of Victoria at the Shepparton Running Festival, a vibrant celebration of fitness and community spirit set against the stunning backdrop of Victoria Park Lake and the Goulburn River. This annual event in August offers a variety of races to suit all ages and abilities: the challenging marathon, the half marathon, the lively 10km and 5km runs,...
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Sandy Point Half Marathon 2024
Organiser: Sole Motive
Sandy Point half marathon is back and will take place at the beautiful bayside of Melbourne on 25 August 2024!This is not something you'll want to miss - run the AIMS-certified half marathon fast and flat course along an open road, with a wonderful sea breeze running through your hair and the skyline of Melbourne city in the distance and...
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Sandy Point Half Marathon
Organiser: Sole Motive
Sandy Point half marathon is back and will take place at the beautiful bayside of Melbourne.Challenge yourself to a 21.1km, 10km or 5km race.This is not something you'll want to miss - run the AIMS-certified half marathon fast and flat course along an open road, with a wonderful sea breeze running through your hair and the skyline of Melbourne city...
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Wonderland Run
Organiser: Adelaide Trail Runners
Absolute freaking intensity. You are engulfed by a whole different world. You are in the landscape. It will chew you up and spit you out and you will love it.All events are based in Halls Gap in the mighty Grampians.Two and eight-kilometre 'short' trail runs.50, 36 and 20 kilometre full impact trail runs.25 Aug 2024Centenary Hall, 115 Grampians Road, Halls...
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Berwick Half Marathon - Quarter Marathon - 5km - KIDS Mile
Organiser: Berwick Half
The City of Casey's one and only Half Marathon event the Berwick Half is holding its second annual event on Sunday 25th August 2024.Featuring something for the entire family with 5 distances to chose from there is a:Half Marathon (21.1km)Quarter Marathon (10.5km)5kmKIDS Mile (1.6km)Junior Jog 400m (Under 7's)Set within the picturesque Berwick Springs Park on a flat 5.25km circuit that...
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Hounslow Classic
Organiser: Hounslow Classic
The Hounslow Classic is one epic Blue Mountains sky run. It is a weekend of gnarly and spectacular trail racing which encompasses the best that Blackheath and the Grose Valley Wilderness has to offer.Synonymous with brutal climbs, steep technical terrain and jaw-dropping valleys, runners traverse along the tops of sheer sandstone cliffs, dive deep into canyon trails passing through ancient...
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Puffing Billy Railway Running Festival
Organiser: Puffing Billy Railway
Celebrating its rich heritage and unique blend of athletic challenge with the scenic beauty of the Dandenong Ranges Puffing Billy Running Festival promises a weekend full of excitement and adventure for runners and spectators alike.Puffing Billy Running Festival unfolds over two full days Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th of September and includes:Saturday 7th (Starting 8AM at Lakeside Visitor Centre Station)1.2km...
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Pilliga Ultra
Organiser: For Wild Places
The Pilliga Ultra is a family-friendly trail running festival that celebrates the natural beauty of the Pilliga Forest.The event brings people together over three days to experience the incredible biodiversity of this area with the option of running 10, 20 or 50 kilometers through the forest as well as participating in various activities such as workshops, guided walks, Gasfield tours,...
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Sydney Marathon
Organiser: Pont3
We’re thrilled to announce The Sydney Marathon, presented by ASICS, as a candidate race for the Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM). Run one of the world’s most scenic marathon courses, taking in some of Sydney’s most spectacular and historic landmarks including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.Date Sunday, 15 September 2024Distances 42.2km, 21.1km, 10km, 3.5kmIs running across one of...
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Run Prix
Organiser: Big Long Run Pty Ltd
Australia’s Fastest Road Running Race?This is record setting territory. The full GP circuit is closed down. The traffic islands are removed for the day, and the racing is on smooth flat bitumen. Loop course. No hairpin turns. No off-roading. No gravel. No grass. No compromises.Half Marathon, 10km and 5km. All AIMS certified measurement too. So no wondering if you really ran a...
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Perth Running Festival 2024
Organiser: Perth Running Festival
Be a part of Australia's most beautiful run finishing at Optus Stadium, voted the world’s best looking stadium! Choose from four distances: Burswood Park 4KM walk or run, 10KM walk or run, half marathon or full marathon! A RUN FOR EVERYONEWith options for families, fitness enthusiasts and weekend warriors, the 2024 Perth Running Festival offers a challenge for everyone! Challenge yourself...
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Melbourne Marathon Festival 2024
Organiser: Melbourne Marathon Festival
The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival, Australia’s premier Marathon event, returns Sunday, 13 October 2024. Choose from five distances, from 42.195k to 3k, each starting on Batman Avenue (150m North of Rod Laver Arena), and finishing with a lap of honour around the MCG’s hallowed turf!MarathonBe a part of Australia’s premier marathon and race alongside marathon legends. Circle around Albert Park...
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Roller Coaster Run
Organiser: Roller Coaster Trail Run
The Roller Coaster Run is Melbourne’s mountain run and all about the zig-zag tracks, the gnarly loops and the trails that never flatten out in the lush, wilderness of the Dandenong Ranges National Park.It’s just an hour from Melbourne’s CBD, it’s a Melbourne trail run like no other.46K DOUBLE LOOP ULTRALooking to conquer your first Ultra? Look no further, this...
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THE CANBERRA TIMES FUN RUN
Organiser: Sole Motive
Canberra, get ready for a day full of determination, adrenaline, inspiration and, of course, fun at this year's Canberra Times Fun Run on 3 November 2024.There are 4 distances to choose from (21.1K, 10K, 5K or 2 kids run) where you can enjoy a fast, flat course that takes you past some of the city’s most iconic landmarks including the...
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Marysville Marathon Festival
Organiser: Trails Plus
Trailsplus is proud to host the annual Marysville Marathon Festival. The event has played an important part in the community’s recovery from the tragic 2009 bushfires through financial donations and community involvement.The event features running events of 4km, 10km, Half Marathon (21km), Marathon (42km) and Ultramarathon (50km) on scenic valley trails and forest tracks, passing sparkling rivers and waterfalls. Participants...
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2XU Wellness Run Proudly Supporting Beyond Blue
Organiser: O2Events
Running is a powerful tool to manage mental health and improve your wellness.On December 1st 2024, let’s run, jog or walk, 5km, 10km, or 21.1km and raise funds for Beyond Blue 🏃 💙Every dollar you raise helps to fund Beyond Blue’s 24/7 Support Services 📞Let’s get training, feeling better, and help support others.Registrations Open: Friday 31st May 2024Date: Sunday 1st,...
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The Hallora Marathon
Organiser: the hallora marathon festival
The Hallora Marathon is a great social event for everyone and families are most welcome to join in on this fun run/walk/bike ride. There are two main goals of this event, one is to raise funds for Peter Mac and two is to promote physical activity and community engagement. Run, Walk Or Cycle: Your Choice The Walk and Cycle Events...
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The Hallora Marathon
Organiser: The Hallora Marathon
The Hallora Marathon is a great social event for everyone and families are most welcome to join in on this fun run/walk/bike ride.There are two main goals of this event, one is to raise funds for Peter Mac and two is to promote physical activity and community engagement.Run, Walk Or Cycle: Your ChoiceChoose Your Distance42.2km24km16km8km5kmKids Dash (approx 300m)The Hallora Marathon...
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Mat Pilates in Mount Waverley
First class $10. Day time, evening and weekend sessions - hall based and online available. Please contact us for current timetable, prices, bookings or for further information.
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Nollamara Tennis Club. Social tennis and pickleball
Days of play for pickleball- Thursday 630pm-830pm and Sunday 3pm-5pm.
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Striking Shuttles Badminton Academy - Point Cook
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Our passionate coaches help kids enhance their badminton skills for competition or fun. Join us and see the improvement!
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Docklands Run Club
Join us for free!
Schedule as followed:
08:00 - 08:05 Meet at Boost Juice under Big Ferris Wheel
08:05 - 08:15 Warm Up
08:15 - 09:15 Start Run
09:15 - 09:30 Cool Down & Recovery
09:30 Post Run Coffee & Breakfast at "Brother Cafe" nearby
Meeting Point: 440 Docklands Drive Meet in front of Boost Juice under the Big Ferris Wheel! Docklands, VIC 3008 Australia
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Baldivis Walking Group
Walking Speed: Slow pace
Frequency: Weekly
Dog Friendly: Yes
Pram Friendly: Yes
When you have found a Heart Foundation Walking group that suits you best, click through to the website to learn more and complete the registration form. You can contact the Walk Organiser of your chosen group with any questions regarding the group.
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Half Marathon in Australia
A half marathon is a road running race with a distance of 13.1 miles (21.09 kilometres). It is half the distance of a full marathon (26.2 miles). Half marathons have become increasingly popular recently, with many people using them as a stepping stone to eventually running a full marathon. Training for a half marathon typically takes several months and often involves gradually increasing the distance of one's runs over time. Many half marathons also take place as part of more significant running events, such as marathon weekends or running festivals, which can include shorter races like 5Ks and 10Ks in addition to the half marathon.
Half marathons are a great way for runners to test their
endurance and stamina while providing a sense of accomplishment
and personal satisfaction. These events typically attract a wide
range of participants, from amateur runners to elite athletes and
from people of all ages and abilities. In addition, many people
choose to run half marathons as part of a personal challenge or
goal, while others run them as part of a charity fundraising
effort or to raise awareness for a particular cause.
To prepare for a half marathon, runners need to develop a training
plan that includes a mix of long-distance runs, interval training,
and cross-training. A typical training plan for a half marathon
will involve gradually building up the distance of the runs over
several weeks or months, to be able to run the full 21.1 km (13.1
miles) distance by the time of the race. It's also important to
note that while running is the focus, a mix of cardio, strength,
and flexibility training is also recommended to prevent injury and
help runners be well-rounded and cross the finish line.
On the day of the race, it's essential for runners to stay
properly hydrated and well-fueled and to pace themselves
appropriately. Half marathons generally have water and aid
stations along the course, where runners can refuel and rehydrate.
The time it takes to complete a half marathon will vary widely
depending on the individual runner, but most people finish within
2 to 3 hours.