Did you know that varying the types of terrain you run on can help to make you a stronger runner? Run 4 Wales Race Director, and double Olympic marathoner, Steve Brace, explains the impact that different surfaces can have. Treadmill Treadmill running is great for situations when you can’t get outdoors – particularly if it’s
This year saw the largest ever Barry Island 10K descend onto the iconic seaside time for a full Welsh festival of running. More than 4,700 participants registered to take part across both the 10K and junior races, taking in the town’s most iconic spots including Whitmore Bay, the Knap, Romilly Park and Watch House Bay.
It’s a milestone year full of celebration as the Kidney Wales CDF 10K marks its 40th anniversary. Since its very first race back in 1986, the event has grown in size and scale and is now one of the largest 10K races in the UK. This year, to celebrate the milestone, the Kidney Wales CDF
Thousands of runners took part in the biggest ever ABP Newport Marathon Festival on Sunday. More than 10,500 people signed up to take part across the marathon, half marathon, 10K and junior races which took place on Sunday 19th April. The sun was shining, the rain held off and it was near-perfect running conditions as
Run 4 Wales (R4W) is celebrating the one-year anniversary of its acquisition of Always Aim High Events (AAHE), coming together to form the Run 4 Wales Group The event companies joined forces in April 2026 bringing two leaders in the Welsh sporting industry together with a shared commitment to deliver world-class events that give back
If you’re coming up from a 5K to a 10K or simply want to smash your next 10K race, there are some simple tips you can follow to get the best results you can come race day. Whether you’re taking part in the ABP Newport 10K, the Barry Island 10K, Brecon Carreg Porthcawl 10K or
HIGH5 are back on board to energise Run 4 Wales events in 2026. Bringing its fuel and nutrition across the R4W portfolio, the official partner is passionate about helping runners achieve their goals – no matter how big or small. Participants can expect to see HIGH5 products across the road events, including energy gels at
The Run 4 Wales Climate Action Fund has continued to help make impact to sustainability projects and initiatives across Wales. Since the fund was established in 2022 it has donated more than £47,000 to green initiatives and sustainable development projects. Last year Tir Natur and Keep Wales Tidy received donations from the Run 4 Wales
If you’re taking on the marathon distance for the first time, it can seem like a daunting challenge. However, with the right training plan and enough dedication and motivation to put in the work, come race day you’ll be feeling confident you can get yourself to that finish line. But taking on the marathon isn’t
If you’re looking to escape the city roads and take your runs into nature, look no further than Wales – a trail running paradise. From mountain climbs and rugged coastlines to rolling fields and woodland paths, the country has something for every kind of runner whether technical scrambles are your speciality or you’re wanting something
