Runners crossing Sydney Harbour with the Harbour Bridge and Opera House in view

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Last days: Sydney ballot closes Monday 7am

Five minutes this weekend could get you to your next Major. The 2027 TCS Sydney Marathon ballot is free to apply — you are only charged if your name is drawn.

Last weekend to apply · closes Mon 19 Oct, 7am SGT

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Expecting a staggering 23,000 entries, the world’s oldest and largest ultramarathon will hold its 90th edition on Sunday, 31 May 2015. Originally launched with a mere 34 runners on Empire Day, 24 May 1921, the Comrades Marathon has been ongoing annually ever since, except during WWII from 1941 to 1945.

Picture this: Cherry blossom petals cascading down from swaying trees, crisp cool air, tranquil waters and regal Mount Fuji towering in the background. Soak in Japan’s spring season in an extraordinary way – meander around luminescent lakes situated at the northern base of the grand Mount Fuji. Covering vast distances of 71km, 100km and 118km, its little wonder that this is Japan’s largest ultramarathon event!

If you’re a person who thrives on exercise, your pre- and post-workout snacks are the most important meals of your day. Proper nutrition helps fuel your body before you exercise and helps it recover when you are finished. You want snacks that won’t lay heavy on your stomach, but you also don’t want to feel hunger pangs while you’re trying to concentrate on your fitness goals. Here are 40 great ideas for pre- and post-workout snacks to try.

Launching Spring 2015, Saucony presents their revitalised Triumph and Hurricane and the new Zealot range with two cutting-edge innovations—ISOFIT™ and PWRGRID+™. The ISOFIT dynamic fit system adapts to the runner’s foot in action so that the shoe moves in perfect harmony with it. Together with the PWRGRID+ enhanced cushioning technology, the ISO-Series are engineered to make you want to run.