Registrations still open - maybe you want to try out the 9km Foothills or our Vertical Kilometre!
Feb 27, 2023 6:01 am
Hi !
Our Ultra 67km gets a lot of focus - it's long & gnarly, and the Solo is definitely only for experienced trail runners. But we know that's not for everyone. That's why we have our "new kid on the mountain", the Foothills 9km, presented by Kieser Hobart!
Or maybe you did "the full epic" (aka the Ultra) last year and aren't ready to take it on again but still want to #runwithkunanyi?
The Foothills, our Mountain Run 25km (which has just a few spots left! although there will also be a waitlist) or the Vertical Kilometre could be just what you're after and it's not too late to sign up!
Bib names!
But the deadline is looming if you want to have your name on your bib! So it's best to register before March 4, or if you are already registered & you want to change your bib name, please do so by this coming Saturday!
How?
✅Log into your EventPlus profile
✅Update your "bib name" (for individual events) or "team name" (if in the relay)
And also, time IS running out if you want to come along for our Recce Runs (this weekend - 4&5 March), to get out on the mountain for some training, tech tips, stories and a lot of fun! Spots are limited (we're keeping the groups small) so please book by midnight Tuesday to secure your spot!
Breaking down the myths of running
What’s the best way to prepare for #kMR2023? Do I stretch? Do I run every day? How do I stay hydrated?
Are you asking yourself some of these questions? If you are, Josh Miller an Exercise Physiologist with Kieser Hobart, has written a blog to help out!
Myth 1: I should replace every drop of sweat I lose
There are a number of myths and misconceptions around the best way to hydrate during a run. One of the main myths is that you need to drink to replace every litre lost so that you weigh the same after a run as you did beforehand. If you try to do this, you’re going to be very full at the end of your run (or lose what you tried to drink out the way it came in!). My recommendation is to drink
an electrolyte based drink and adjust the amount of fluids based on the
heat but don’t be afraid of losing a little weight during the race.
Myth 2: Cramping is always due to poor hydration
Whilst not replacing your electrolytes according to how much you lose is a sure-fire way to increase the risk of cramping, studies are now showing that participating in strength training 2-3 x weekly is a better predictor of whether
or not you will cramp on race day, particularly in running distances up to or longer than a marathon. The more muscle tissue you have, the more breakdown required before a cramp comes on.
Myth 3: I need to stretch to prevent injury
This one is probably the most common myth I see as an Exercise Physiologist! Studies have shown that stretching will only reduce your injury rate by about 1%, which means that it is not the best use of your time.
Myth 4: You don’t need to be strong to run
If you want to run without injury, this one is a myth. Studies have shown that strength training can reduce your risk of overuse injuries by about 50%. So, if you want to spend more time running and less time recovering from injuries, it is
important to incorporate strength training into your weekly routine.
Myth 5: I need to run every day
As much as I love running, this one is actually a myth. Your recovery is equally as important as your training. Aim to run 3-4 times per week as only elite athletes need to train more than that.
Free 15 minute physio sessions with Kieser!
Questions about the Vertical Kilometre?
Our mates (and partners of our VK) at La Sportiva can definitely help out with your questions!
According to the International Skyrunning Federation, a VK or VERTICAL KILOMETRE ® race is a 1,000m vertical climb over variable terrain over a distance not exceeding 5 km.
The first Vertical Kilometre® took place in Cervinia, Italy on August 20, 1994!
The simple formula, together with the relatively accessible challenge of racing 1,000m uphill, has seen the popularity of the VK spread far and wide, counting several hundred races worldwide including the addition of the kMR VK for the first time last year!
Our Vertical Kilometre is the Australian VK Champs again!
And we're excited to announce this ☝️ 👇 about our VK!
That means the first female and male across the line will be automatic qualifiers for the 2024 Skyrunning World Champs. And anyone who finishes in the top 3 will be considered - based on their time and other performances in mountain races.
So - do you want to race to the top for your chance to represent Australia? Or just to have some fun! Our VK is for (almost!) anyone -- even kids (16 and up)!
And if you're keen to hear from someone who ran the VK in 2022, definitely read this from Jaymee Knoll!
5 Lessons Learnt from My First Vertical Kilometre Race
Enjoy your running this week! And we hope you can take some time out to join us on Wednesday night at 8pm (Hobart time) for our 2nd #kMR2023 live QnA on Facebook! 👇👇
This is going to be such a special conversation and it's a privilege to be part of it! We're really keen to hear your stories and experiences too, so please join us & share your own connections and sense of belonging when
running with kunanyi!
Lincoln and the rest of the kMR team!
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