Weekly Newsletter 10 June 2026
This week's newsletter showcases the Perth Running Festival; along with interesting articles, including 8 stretches to loosen up tight hips and help you to run better.
2026 Perth Running Festival proudly supporting Telethon | 11th October at Optus Stadium
Only 4 months left until race day and places are going fast!
The 2026 Marathon is officially the largest marathon in WA history and is SOLD OUT, with limited places now remaining for the 2026 Half Marathon.
Don't miss out on your chance to run a fast, flat and World Athletics certified course across the Matagarup and Boorloo bridges, through beautiful Burswood Park and along the Swan River, finishing inside Optus Stadium.
Come visit Perth! | Interstate & Regional WA runners are eligible for a 15% registration discount and access to reserved Marathon places.
Interesting Articles
Tight hip stretches: 8 moves to loosen up and run better
This guide at Sport Coaching covers the anatomy behind hip tightness, what the research says about how long to stretch and when, eight specific stretches with technique detail, and why strengthening alongside stretching is necessary for lasting results.
The expert guide to winter running
Winter running has its challenges, but it’s also a great way to stay active and boost your mood through the colder months. Here's some expert advice to help you stay safe, motivated and moving all winter long.
Carb-loading: the fuelling basics that could make or break your marathon
From upping the carbs to cutting the fibre, consider this your pre-race nutrition cheat sheet at Canadian Running.
Can you split up your long run?
Runners World looks at what to do when you can’t fit in hours of training.
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!
Regards,
Jane, Chris & Sam
The Running Calendar Team