Running

'Tis the season to join a parkrun

Looking for a healthy way to start Christmas Day? A growing number of Aussies are starting their Christmas and New Years Day differently – connecting with their community at special parkrun events and helping to stamp (or walk, run or volunteer!) out loneliness.

Beginner running guides

Beginner running training guides for 4 km, 5 km, 10 km, 12 km, half marathon and marathon running events.

parkrun: What to expect

What to expect at parkrun

12 km Training Guide (Beginner – 8 Weeks)

This training guide will get you running 12 km in 8 weeks.

Advanced running guides

Advanced training guides for 4 km, 5 km, 10 km, 12 km, half marathon and marathon events.

4 km Training Guide (Advanced – 8 Weeks)

This training guide will get you improving your 4 km time.

10 km Training Guide (Advanced – 8 Weeks)

This training guide will get you improving your 10 km time.

12 km Training Guide (Intermediate – 8 weeks)

Improve your 12 km running time in 8 weeks.

12 km Training Guide (Advanced – 8 weeks)

This training plan will build your speed and endurance.

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