Weekly Newsletter 2 April 2025

This week's newsletter showcases The Trail Running Series; along with interesting articles, including how to run a sub-2 half marathon.

the trail running series

Escape with The Trail Running Series this winter

Now in its 15th year, The Trail Running Series is BACK for 2025 with a NEW location, UPDATED courses, our friendly event expo, and the best of the best hidden running trails in Victoria!

Designed for any runner who crave regular escapes into the wilderness to top up on sweeping trails, fresh air, and good times with friends.

Enter all 3 races as a GOLD RUNNER to receive 2 GIFTS (flask and buff) and discounted entry too!

- 2025 DATES: 1 June BLACKWOOD | 6 July ANGLESEA | 3 August SILVAN
- 3 magnificent wilderness locations – within 1hour drive of Melbourne
- 3 course distances - Long (22-28km), Medium (15km) and Short (7-8km)

Early bird savings finish this Friday 4 April!

Event info: www.trailrunningseries.com.au
Enter here: eventplus.net/TRS25
Social: @thetrailrunningseries

Interesting Articles

How to run a sub-2 half marathon

This simple schedule at Runners World gets you to 1:59:59 with just two quality sessions per week.

Stop stretching your hip flexors - try these strength moves instead

Runners often mistake soreness for tightness–but what they really need is more strength and power. Find out more at Canadian Running.

Are trail runners getting faster?

iRunFar takes a look at the progression of trail race performances, and how it manifests in the mid-pack as well as at the front of the field.

Nausea after running: common causes and solutions

Whether you’re an experienced runner, or just starting out, chances are you’ve experienced nausea after running or heard of someone who has. Find out more at Run to the Finish.

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
The Running Calendar Team