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Running & Walks Summer Series

The following is a list of traditional style Road Races and Walks to be organised by Ballyhoura Fáilte and local athletic clubs in the Ballyhoura region. The aim of the series is to promote physical activity and tourism in the area, while at the same time it is hoped that the events will be positive social occasions for the local communities. All are welcome to participate whether Walking, Jogging or Running.

  • Friday April 30th - Doneraile Park Trails 5km – Mallow A.C.
  • Sunday May 16th - Kilfinane Ladies 2 & Mens 4 mile – Kilfinane A.C.
  • Friday June 4th - Doneraile Park Trails 5km – Mallow A.C.
  • Friday June 18th - Bilboa Ger Mullane Memorial 10k race – Bilboa A.C.

Also in the series in July and August:

  • Mitchelstown 5 mile - Galtee Runners
  • Kilteely Festival Road Race - Bilboa A.C.
  • Liscarroll A.C. Tom Fitzpatrick Memorial 10k - Liscarroll A.C.

Anyone who completes 5 out of the 7 races will receive a high quality technical t-shirt.

For further updates on the series go to: www.ballyhouracountry.com/events

For further details download  Ballyhoura Race Series

Running Workshops (Tues 4th & Wed 5th May)

Tuesday 4th May:

Get expert advice from Shane Simcox, who'll present a Running Workshop in Leisureworld Bishopstown on Tuesday 4th May at 8pm - 9.15pm. The workshop will cover topics including:

  • Interval training
  • Training for 5k to marathon
  • Nutrition
  • Tapering,
  • Injury prevention
  • Footwear, and more

While the workshop will cover all aspects of running training, Shane will also deal with training and nutrition for marathons, which would be of particular interest to beginners who are tackling a marathon for the first time.

Due to the size of the conference room, places are limited so early booking is advisable.

The cost of the workshop is €8, and places can be booked by calling LeisureWorld at 021-4346505 .

Wednesday 5th May

The Runners Loft @ Maher's Sports are delighted to announce the second of our Seminars on marathon running to take place in Mahers Sports Oliver Plunkett St on May 5th at 6.30pm.  This event is taking place with the Bord Gais Energy Cork City Marathon in mind.
 
The theme for the nights talk will be "Staying on track for the Bord Gais Energy Cork City Marathon". Guest speakers include Donie Walsh (former Irish marathon Olympian), Peter Maher (former Marathon Olympian) and Michael Herlihy (winner of last years Bord Gais Energy Cork City Marathon). 

The seminar will kick off with Michael Herlihy who will focus on last year's experience and dealing with the heat on the day. Michael will also speak about using Garmin GPS enabled sports watch and how it aids his training.

Donie Walsh will speak about his preparations for marathons and experiences throughout the marathon.

Peter Maher will speak about preventing injury.

The seminar should last approx one hour with a Q& A session at the end.
 
This is a great opportunity to get advice and tips from great Irish marathon runners and a chance to pick up any needed essentials for your training or race day.
 
If you have any queries please contact Mark Dineen on 021-4271244

Ballyhoura Race Series