Weekly Newsletter 28 October 2026

This week's newsletter has interesting articles, including the four key pillars of marathon training, and how to use the reverse taper to get back into training after a marathon.

Interesting Articles

The only 3 things you need to know to begin running

Dumb Runner is a satirical running website, but this time they've actually posted some excellent advice here, especially when you first start running.

Use the reverse taper to get back into training after a marathon

After months of marathon training, your body needs time to recover. Canadian Running looks at how to gradually rebuild your mileage and return to your running routine over the next four weeks.

Has your fitness hit a plateau?

An expert explains how to track progress and when to change your training plan. Read the article at The Conversation.

The four key pillars of marathon training

Marathon training may seem like a daunting process, but many will find that efficient preparation and routine that follow these key training pillars at active.com can make a huge difference.

Recent updates

To find out what's been recently updated, check the recent updates page regularly for date changes, event postponements and cancellations. Check out the full calendar of upcoming events.

Until next week...

Have a great running week!

Cheers,
Jane, Chris & Sam
The Running Calendar Team