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Memory Walk & Jog: Melbourne
Organiser: Dementia and Alzheimer’s Australia
Melbourne, it’s time to get active, get healthy and get ahead of dementia! We’re so excited to be heading back to Princes Park! Bring your friends, family, work mates, even your dog to join us for a morning of fun, fitness and fundraising. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic day! Let’s beat dementia to the finish line. Choose...
GREAT OCEAN ROAD RUNNING FESTIVAL 2024
Organiser: Great Ocean Road Running
The Great Ocean Road Running Festival will take place from the 18th to the 19th of May 2024.The Great Ocean Road Running Festival attracts thousands of participants every year seeking to conquer one of the most stunning marathons in the world. Held on the world famous Great Ocean Road in Victoria, the two day running event offers distances for all...
2024 Melbourne MS Walk Run and Roll
Organiser: MS Walk Run and Roll
There are over 33,300 people living with MS in Australia, and 1 in 3 of us will be directly impacted by a diagnosed family member, friend, or colleague.Multiple sclerosis is a lifelong disease for which there is no known cure...yet. This is why funding for support and services is so vital while the search for a cure continues.Come celebrate the...
Stadium Stomp MCG 2024
Organiser: Stadium Stomp
We’re turning 10! For 10 years we’ve been stomping the ‘G to great music and with great people. If you’re yet to experience Stadium Stomp at this magnificent cauldrin, this is your year!The MCG is one of the largest stadiums on the planet boasting a seating capacity of 100,024. That’s a lot of seats, which means a lot of stairs.Climb...
Sri Chinmoy Princes Park Winter Running Festival
Organiser: Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team
The staging venue is Lawn 3, Royal Parade, Parkville and all races start from the asphalt running trail adjacent to the venue.The event is conducted on our favourite flat, tree-lined, 5km circuit within Princes and Royal Park.A 2.2km half-lap circuit has been added for the full marathon distance. The circuit has been measured by an AA certified course measurer for...
Run Melbourne 2024
Organiser: Sole Motive
Get ready to embrace the challenge of running through the city of Melbourne.Run Melbourne isn’t just a race; it’s an unparalleled experience. Sweat, celebrate and push yourself past iconic city landmarks, with the crowds cheering you on and the adrenaline pumping through your veins.Along with our Presenting Partner ASICS we are thrilled to use the Grand Slam Oval as our...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Eltham Fun Run Walk 2024
Organiser: Eltham Leisure Centre
The Eltham Fun Run Walk on Sunday the 17th of November 2024 is an annual 5km and 10km fun run and walk through some of the most picturesque walking trails in Melbourne, Victoria.Last year's event was a record-breaking event with over 800 participants and over $20 000 raised for the Pat Cronin Foundation.Enjoy the scenery along the Nillumbik walking paths...
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,...
Two Bays Trail Run
Organiser: Big Long Run Pty Ltd
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...
Nearby Groups & Activities
Run the Tan RUN CLUB
- Free to Join
- Everyone Welcome
- Walk, Jog or Run (There are various options to choose from, including a structured run training session)
WHERE AND WHEN?
8am every Saturday morning
Meet at Pillars of Wisdom, Tan Track
Followed by coffee at a local café
WHY?
- Start your weekends off on the right foot
- Great way to meet like-minded people and get fit and healthy
- No pressure, no judgment, no expectations
- Supported by qualified running coaches
Carlton Racketeers - Social Badminton at Carlton Baths
Bayside Outdoor Fitness - St Kilda
Providing a supportive and enjoyable exercise environment in St Kilda for all fitness levels and age groups...
Experienced Trainers
Your trainers at St Kilda have over 14 years experience in outdoor group training. They are all Fitness Australia accredited and have wide knowledge and experience in all things health and fitness!
Free Trial Session
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Melbourne Social Soccer Inc
We are a Non-For-Profit Organisation which exists to encourage cultural exchange and diversity through the beautiful game of football!
Our goal is to provide quality, accessible and affordable social soccer for all who love sharing the game, no matter who you are nor where you're from.
The social yet competitive balance within our games and tournaments on Saturdays and Sundays has given place to many years of great competition, awesome skills, and has helped create many significant friendships along the way.
Our games are fun and friendly, but also competitive. Our games are social-mixed and are...
Melbourne Young Hikers
Joining this group is a great opportunity to go on adventures with people you can relate to, make friendships, and challenge yourself physically. Please come along to our social nights, info nights and check out our future events to find out more about us.
All our hikes are open only to paid members ($43 per year). We are a non-for-profit association, and the membership money is used to purchase insurance from Bushwalking Victoria that covers all paid members...
Discounts
Fila - 30% Off New Season Footwear
Offer: This offer is available on all W24 footwear. Prices as marked. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Dates: 10/04 - 30/04
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Adidas - Outlet Sale
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Anaconda - Sale
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Running in Australia
Participating in running events, also known as road races or marathons, can be a fun and rewarding way to stay active and challenge yourself physically. There are many different types of running events, from short distance fun runs to full marathons. Some popular distances include:
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5K: A 5 kilometer (3.1 mile) race, often considered the shortest "serious" race distance.
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10K: A 10 kilometer (6.2 mile) race, a popular distance for runners of all abilities.
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Half marathon: A 21.1 kilometer (13.1 mile) race, often considered a significant milestone for runners.
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Marathon: A 42.2 kilometer (26.2 mile) race, considered the ultimate test of endurance and stamina.
Participating in a running event requires proper training and preparation. It is highly recommended to consult a doctor before starting any training program, especially if you have a pre-existing medical condition or have not exercised in a while. It is also important to have the appropriate gear, such as running shoes, and to stay hydrated and fueled during the race.
Many running events also serve as fundraisers for charitable organizations, giving participants the opportunity to contribute to a good cause while also challenging themselves physically.