Chasing Colin: 74yo marathon runner eyes late friend's record
'I just know he’s sitting on my shoulder cheering me on.'
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Abby Hopkirk's running a half marathon in memory of her husband who died of a tumour.
Inaugural Whangamatā parkrun proves to be a big hit
The event drew in participants from as far as Hawke's Bay and Lower Hutt.
Opinion: The economics of running
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Why you shouldn’t be afraid to start running after middle age
Don't let your age get you down - here's how running is beneficial for all generations.
'Realise I’m a bit old now': 100-year-old to pull curtain down on marathon career in Rotorua
Legend has a long history with the iconic race.
Whangamatā to get on the pace with its own parkrun
Coromandel town to join worldwide movement for runners, joggers and walkers.
Fun run has distances for all
Last year's winner Daniel Sinclair will be back to defend his title in Te Awamutu.
This Kiwi man just ran solo across Canada and is tackling NZ next. Here's why
A heartwarming cause is behind this Waikato man's incredible feat.
Tongariro River Trail to act as backdrop for runners
The Tongariro River Trail will host a running and walking event this weekend.
Far North news in brief: Manslaughter charge, bus catches fire and Greg Johnson playing
News snippets from across Northland.
Kelvin Kiptum given state funeral as Kenya mourns runner
The 24-year-old was set to be a long-distance running superstar after breaking the record.
'Overwhelming': Havelock North mum’s impressive rise in ultramarathon scene
Mother claims her biggest ultramarathon result yet.
Ultra-Trail apologises after some runners struggle to get water on hot day
4500 starters ran distances up to 160km in 'hot' weather for the weekend's event.
Kiwi pros go head-to-head for Ironman in Taupō
It's a crowded international field for the men's pro Ironman event in Taupō.
Tarawera Ultra-Trail 2024: New and familiar faces take championship of ultramarathon
The event spans two days around Rotorua’s iconic lakes.
Who to watch for in Tarawera Ultra-Trail this weekend
Rotorua hosts one of the biggest ultra-trail races in the world this weekend.
Fridge-carrying London Marathon runner stopped by police
The marathon runner was pulled over by police who had mistaken him for a burglar.
30km long and 700m up: Otairi Station Race returns
"If you get to the finish line you’ll be pretty proud of yourself".
Kāpiti College student claims podium spot in national running competition
Jack Gregory did well in the NZ Secondary Schools Athletic Championships.
Brutal schedule - man attempts to run the length of NZ and Australia
He's not sure it's ever been done before but he'll give it a crack.
Hometown hero targets Ironman World Championships in Taupō next year
All eyes now turn to the Ironman World Championships in Taupō next year.
'Oi, what are you doing?’: Ex-sprinter chases man caught stealing TV at mall
An ex-sprinter helped police track down an alleged thief as he attempted a sneaky getaway.
Palmy's Josh Gowan clocking up the marathons in support of cancer research
Josh Gowan is completing a half-marathon a day throughout November.
Great day for 2023 Kerikeri Half Marathon, but popular Kerikeri Street Party postponed
A little rain didn't dampen the spirits of Kerikeri Half Marathon runners and walkers.
Single Kiwi mum helps 75-year-old man complete NYC marathon
The pair got matching tattoos to mark the achievement.
‘Really thrilled’: Napier to feature on the world triathlon circuit
Tick off February 24-25 for the triathlon in Napier.
People of all ages and abilities hit Dannevirke Domain for Gumboot Friday fundraiser
What started as one woman's idea kicked into a day of fun and fitness for Gumboot Friday.
Police release name of competitor who died during Napier IronMāori
The 50-year-old died during the swim leg of the event.
IronMāori’s special 15th event headlines massive Hawke’s Bay weekend
It'll be a weekend of sweets, sweat and sunshine for many in Hawke's Bay.
From zero to 100: How to avoid injuries this summer, according to experts
A Northland physio and personal trainer offer tips on preventing injuries this summer.
Super shoes have ‘devalued’ marathon world records, say former Olympians
Tigist Assefa's triumph in Berlin has been criticised for making a farce of records.