Running

Article: Half Marathon Training in New Zealand (www.nzs.com/new-zealand-articles/sports/half-marathon-training-in-new-zealand.html)  

You have decided to complete a half marathon walk or run. If the realisation of half marathon training is now setting in, do not despair. It is possible if you have a basic level of fitness to get to the end of the 21.1 kilometres and live to tell the tale.

Article : Running (www.nzs.com/new-zealand-articles/sports/running.html)  

Release the runner within, with our top ten tips for beginner New Zealand runners. From footwear to running spots, warm up techniques, breathing, nutrition and motivation, we've got running in New Zealand covered. Get fit the fast way with a running regime!

Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon   (www.vineyardhalf.com)  

21km off-road run/walk between the rows of Marlborough's picturesque vineyards

Athletics Auckland   (www.athleticsauckland.co.nz)  

The regional athletics body that is responsible for organisation of events and championships for track and field, cross-country and road running. They also run representative teams to national and international events.

Hutt Valley Marathon Clinic and Jogging Club   (www.hvmc.org.nz)  

A social running club catering for all levels of ability from recreational walkers to ultra distance runners.

Triple Peaks Challenge   (www.triplepeakschallenge.co.nz)  

A cross country event in Havelock North. Traversing Hawke’s Bay’s highest peaks and fording the fantastic Tukituki River twice, this race caters for the serious racer or those just out for a great workout.

26-2mystory.com   (www.26-2mystory.com)  

Running or walking a marathon is a major challenge and a dream for many people. This site provides information and resources for those on the path to training and completing a marathon.

Levin Harriers   (come.to/levinhwc)  

Levin Harriers and Walkers Club Meet 1:45pm every Saturday at the Clubrooms April through to October.

Christchurch Marathon Clinic   (www.marathon-clinic.co.nz)  

Help with training for all types of events for short events, half-marathons, marathons and off-road events in Christchurch.

Timaru Round the Gorges Relay   (www.roundthegorges.co.nz)  

Athletics New Zealand presents a road relay in Timaru, just two hours south of Christchurch. Senior and junior grades for both men and women, with a minimum age of 14 years.

Shore to Shore   (www.shoretoshore.co.nz)  

A fundraising event in the Auckland region, provides a chance for families and friends to 'push play' while supporting their local school at the same time.

Wesley Athletic and Harrier Club   (www.wesley.org.nz)  

A athletic and harrier club located in Auckland.

A Time-to-Run New Zealand (www.time-to-run.com/nz)  

New Zealand's online running information portal covering everything related to the sport.

Orewa Beach 8hr Teams Challenge   (www.orewabeach8hrteamschallenge.com)  

Website of the Orewa Beach 8-hour Teams Challenge: open to all ages and abilities, corporate, social, and family teams.

Long Distance Running for Small Plump People   (www.geocities.com/sarahhedgehog)  

Small plump people can go running. Long distance running too. The principles that will be explained here can be used by natural athletes too.

Run Diary   (running.gelatinous.co.nz/)  

Record your runs, their dates, times and how far you ran. You can even plot your run on our map so you know how far you ran and where.

YMCA Marathon Club   (www.ymcamarathon.org.nz)  

The club seeks to develop and enhance members' running and walking interests and abilities.

Otago University Harrier and Multisport Club   (www.ouhc.orcon.net.nz)  

A running club that caters for runners from beginner through to competitive level at Otago University.

Te Houtaewa Challenge   (ahipara.co.nz/Imagemap/local.htm)  

Includes rules and race conditions (race information section) of the Te Houtaewa Challenge 90 Mile Beach Run.