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Getting the right fuel

Whether your goal is to run a personal best or simply complete your first run, getting your nutrition strategy right when preparing for an endurance running event can be critical to your success. Nutrition is key for a number of […]

Posted on July 6, 2018

The power of mind over matter

Finishing a marathon may be one of the most challenging yet rewarding accomplishments you will ever do in your life. Physical strength will get you to the start line, but mental strength will get you to the finish line. Here […]

Posted on July 3, 2018

The importance of SMART goal setting

Once you’ve worked out what your personal fitness mission is, it’s time to think about the steps you need to take to get there. Having a plan is the key to success; without it, our goals are merely dreams that […]

Posted on July 2, 2018

Hydration

Hydration is a key to being healthy, but what’s the right amount of water to drink, and can drinking too much of it be harmful? Water is a great fat-loss tool, with the fatty acids in your fat cells more […]

Posted on June 29, 2018

Run Around Iconic Melbourne

Sunday October 14 sees the return of the Melbourne Marathon, and we are celebrating everything we love about this iconic event. With five distances to choose from, each course gives our runners an unique opportunity to see a side of […]

Posted on June 29, 2018

The importance of warming up and cooling down

It’s a well-known fact that a warm up is an essential part of any vigorous training activity or prior to a race to avoid injury. However, perhaps not as many people understand what happens during a warm up to help […]

Posted on June 29, 2018

The best foods to eat before and after your workout

Making sure your body receives the proper nourishment pre- and post-exercise can be an important step in getting the most out of your workout. It can help to sustain your energy, reduce physical and mental fatigue, and can aid optimal […]

Posted on June 29, 2018

Five reasons to run the Melbourne Marathon

The Medibank Melbourne Marathon Festival is Australia’s premier Marathon event. There are five event distances to choose from all ending with a lap of the colossal MCG, so there is a distance for everyone.  October 14th will see the streets […]

Posted on June 27, 2018

How to become a runner (even if you’ve never run before)

Yes, you can do it! Here’s how to get started on your new running plan. A common fear for most people planning to start a running routine is that they’re not fit enough. That they’ll be left red-faced, coughing and […]

Posted on June 27, 2018

Meet some of our 2018 participants

I’m taking part because……..  We celebrate the journey together, but the drive to reach the finish line on 14 October is personal.  Meet some of our amazing 2018 participants: Robyn Sutcliffe, 33, Full Marathon “At 30 I was diagnosed with breast […]

Posted on June 25, 2018

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