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Carman's Fun Run
Organiser: Sole Motive
Carman's Fun Run is returning in 2025 and will once again be partnering with Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) and Carman's Kitchen to bring you a fulfilling and rewarding day filled with fun!Join us and challenge yourself to a half marathon, 10K, or a 5K and set new personal best's, smash your goals and experience the unforgettable race day vibes...
Run the Rock
Organiser: Sole Motive
Run the Rock is held at the stunning Hanging Rock in Victoria’s beautiful Macedon Ranges.A short drive from Woodend and Mount Macedon, and only one hour from Melbourne’s CBD, there’s a distance for everyone with a Half Marathon (22K), 13.5K, 5K or 2K Kids.With spectacular views and native wildlife, you get to experience running on trails, paths and roads including...
The Canberra Times Marathon Festival
Organiser: Sole Motive
Experience the oldest city marathon in Australia at The Canberra Times Marathon Festival on 13 April 2025. This prestigious event offers five different distances that each showcase the scenery of Australia's Capital City.Choose from the AIMS certified Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K courses, or the 5.4K and Kids' 2K fun run. All races start near Old Parliament House and allow...
Run Melbourne
Organiser: Sole Motive
Join Melbourne’s largest winter running event in 2025, where over 25,000 runners will embrace the thrill of running through the city’s closed streets and iconic landmarks. Run Melbourne is your chance to chase your next personal best while being celebrated at the epic finish line at Melbourne Park Oval.
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Wellstrong - South Guildford Gym and Personal Training
Our goal is to bring joy, happiness, and longevity to your movement journey.
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Senior and over 50s group exercise classes
Our South Guildford gym offers a community-focused fitness environment where you’ll enjoy state-of-the-art equipment in a unique, private setting.
Fitness looks different for everyone. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, preventing future ones, or focused on becoming...
Wellstrong - Guildford Personal and Group Training
Our goal is to bring joy, happiness, and longevity to your movement journey.
We can help with:
Personal and group training
Health & fitness consultations
Sport and athletic development
Behaviour change and education
Exercise rehab
Online coaching and exercise programs
Senior and over 50s group exercise classes
Our Guildford location offers a community-focused fitness environment. Whether you prefer a heritage-listed building or a modern facility, you’ll enjoy state-of-the-art equipment in a unique, private setting.
Fitness looks different for everyone. Whether you’re recovering from an...
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Discover your circus superpowers in our Youth Circus Program. Circus skills and fun starts here with cartwheels, backflips, trapeze, acrobatics, mini-tramp, juggling, hula-hoops and silks. Circa Academy welcomes beginner to advanced participants from 4 to 18 years old to join us at the Judith Wright Arts Centre in an supportive, non-competitive environment.
Term 1 runs Monday 27 January – Friday 4 April.
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Waikerie Wetlands parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
About Waikerie Wetlands parkrun
Waikerie Wetlands parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but a 5k timed...
Sir James Mitchell parkrun - Victoria Park - South Perth
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
When is it?
Every Saturday Morning. See website for exact time.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free!
How to join in?
Visit the parkrun website to sign up and learn more about how to participate.
About Sir James Mitchell parkrun
Sir James Mitchell parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday. It is not a race against other runners, but...
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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.