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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.
Run Prix
Organiser: Big Long Run Pty Ltd
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 record. No flaky GPS...
Two Bays Trail Run
Organiser: Two Bays Trail Run
Two Bays Trail Run. Great holiday vibe and multi-faceted course between Dromana on the Port Phillip Bay side and Cape Schanck on the Bass Strait side. That's a 28km crossing (or 56km double crossing) of the Mornington Peninsula… and not at the skinny bit! Up and over Arthur’s Seat for fantastic rural and coastal views. Through Greens Bush, the largest...
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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.