Melbourne Marathon 2026: the training injuries showing up now and how to handle them The Melbourne Marathon is on 11 October. For anyone running the full, half, or 10K, training is well underway. So is the injury list. June and July are when the Bourke Street clinic sees training-related presentations build. IT band pain on the outside of the knee.…
Marathon Training Without Injury: Your Complete Prevention Guide Training for a marathon is one of the most rewarding physical challenges you can undertake. The discipline, mental resilience, and sense of accomplishment that comes with completing 42.2 kilometres is transformative. But here’s the sobering reality: up to 65% of marathon runners experience injury during their training cycle. The good news? It…
Cardio vs Strength Training: Finding the Right Balance for Your Body Walk into any gym and you’ll see two distinct groups: the cardio enthusiasts logging endless kilometres on treadmills and the strength devotees who never leave the weights area. Both believe they’ve found the optimal approach to fitness, but the truth is more nuanced. Your body needs both cardio and…
Running with a Cause: Train Smart for Melbourne’s Charity Runs Melbourne hosts incredible charity runs year-round — the Mother’s Day Classic, Run Melbourne, City2Sea, and countless local fundraisers supporting everything from cancer research to mental health awareness. These events bring together thousands of participants united by purpose, community spirit, and the determination to make a difference. Running for a cause…
Training for a Marathon – Part 3: The event Early morning alarms. Sacrificing late nights in favour of long runs. Following a training plan that’s pushed you to your physical and mental limits. And finally—you’ve made it to the start line of your marathon! Hopefully you’re feeling prepared and fresh from your taper, with some healthy pre-race nerves. Reflecting on…
Training for a Marathon – Part 2: How to write a training plan You can Google a training plan, read a book, or follow a guide provided by your chosen event. However, nothing beats a tailored plan that suits your specific needs and lifestyle. You can work with a coach to help create this plan—or you can follow some simple…
Training for a Marathon – Part 1 If you’re interested in completing a marathon—especially your first—you’re probably searching for advice and guidance. Everything from what to eat, how to train, and which shoes to wear. While most people can get all that (and more) wrong and still successfully complete a 5km run, the marathon isn’t as forgiving. Mistakes can turn…
HIIT Training: Maximising fitness in minimal time High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is one of the most effective and time-efficient ways to achieve peak physical fitness. It combines short bursts of intense exercise with brief periods of rest or lower-intensity movement. Whether you’re performing squats, burpees, sprints, or cycling, HIIT workouts can be tailored to suit any fitness level and lifestyle.…
