In addition to training hard and eating right, it’s equally important to optimize your sleep environment to ensure you receive the highest-quality sleep. Sleep before a race helps provide your body with the energy reserves it needs to tackle every kilometre and sleep post-race helps your body recover and repair.

Sweated it out at City2Surf and after a change of pace after heat, the Bondi sands and the 80,000 runners taking on Heartbreak Hill? 

Why not explore Utah National Parks in Winter. 

Southern Utah in winter is full of quiet splendor (not crowds).

We usually think of Collagen for beauty, but this humble protein does so much more. The word collagen originates from a Greek word meaning ‘glue producing’ and that’s a good description of how collagen works in the body, it’s like a glue keeping the body together.

The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac will return to its iconic course on Sunday August 11, 2019 with registrations for the world’s largest fun run opening today.

80,000 people, from across Australia and beyond, hit the streets of Sydney this morning to take part in the world’s largest fun run, The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac. City2Surf ambassadors Tim Robards and Sylvia Jeffreys were amongst the thousands who walked, jogged and ran the iconic 14km course that kicked off in Sydney’s Hyde Park and came to a stunning finish at the world-renowned Bondi Beach.

By Jordan Pearson

The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac is the LARGEST fun run in the world and we know we have an impact on Sydney - the people, the city and of course the environment! That’s why we work closely with local councils, event and supply partners to reduce our waste. We are endeavouring to reduce and remove our cups from landfill for 2018 and the future. Thanks to our good friends at Clean Oceans, BioPak, Dial A Dump and a local composting facility we have something exciting happening with our cups this year....

By Jordan Pearson

Whether you’re a City2Surf regular or a first-timer, aside from imagining the pizza you’ll inhale after it’s all done (ahem, green protein smoothie), you’ve probably also got a few burning last minute questions and niggles. Where do I keep my change of clothes? Where are the drink stations? What if I’m crawling up Heartbreak Hill while everyone’s running? It’s okay. We’ve got you covered. And you’ve totally got this! Okay, let’s run through it all...

With only a few more days to go until  the world’s largest fun run we caught up with Amy Darcy to talk motherhood, her go to snacks and her top training tips!

721 is the Fuel Philosophy which Tim Robards has designed to help you upgrade the quality of your eating habits, without drastic elimination diets and calorie counting. You eat when you’re hungry, listening to what your body naturally tells you.

By Rebecca Foley & Jordan Pearson

The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac is the world’s largest fun run and for good reason! We welcome everyone to participate; from toddlers to centenarians, walkers to riders, those on wheels, those smashing personal goals and those raising money for charities.

By Jordan Pearson

Andy Reid will be on the mic at the 2018 Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac cheering you on as you cross the finish line in beautiful Bondi Beach. So, we thought it would be a great idea for us all to get to know him a little bit more…

By Katie Lolas

A Beginners Guide To Food Prepping

I’m often asked for advice about how to live a balanced and healthier lifestyle. Many times the questions come from busy people who have good intentions, but just can’t seem to find enough hours in the day to sleep, work, spend time with family, exercise AND eat well. With three weeks to go until City2Surf I thought I should share my number one suggestion

By Jordan Pearson

Turia Pitt is an Australian athlete that represents strength, determination and is an icon of resilience as she conquers any challenge thrown her way. This resilience was showcased when she signed up for The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac in 2012, just six months after she suffered severe injuries from a grass fire that left her with burns to 65% of her body.

By Jordan Pearson

Charlie Teo’s familiar face and name is known in households across the globe as the famous Australian miracle worker who operates on patients deemed inoperable by other Neurosurgeons.

By Dr Brad McIntosh - Doctor of Physiotherapy at Sydney Physio Solutions

Physio and Sports Medicine have come a long way in the past few years with better diagnostics, more effective exercises, taping and treatment techniques. But one thing hasn’t changed…it’s a lot easier to prevent an injury than to fix it.

By Jordan Pearson

At 7 years old, Liam Twomey was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare cancer in his right leg. After more than six months of chemotherapy doctors were left with no other choice but to amputate his right leg below his knee. After his debilitating treatment and loss of his right leg as a teenager, he found support from organisations such as the START Foundation. 

By Jordan Pearson

Steve Moneghetti spills the beans on how he fell in love with running, his best training tips and why he doesn’t listen to music while running.

At Sydney Physio Solutions, we’re asked this question all the time from both our professional athletes and recreational runners. The more you read, the more confused you can get, so let me make sense of all the conflicting info and help you find what recovery activities could work for you. I will break down the most popular recovery techniques and include a recovery rating scale to show you how effective it is!

By Jordan Pearson

Are you looking to push yourself harder in this year’s training? Well, you’re in luck - The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac’s training coach, Jim Owens will host free training runs starting from today!

By Jordan Pearson

Here are five unconventional reasons on why you should run The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac on August 12. Get ready to be convinced....

By Jordan Pearson

TODAY Show host and #bosslady Sylvia Jeffreys, is no stranger to The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac as she completed the 14km course for the last few years.This year Sylvia will run for Youngcare and show everyone what City2Surf is all about as our ambassador.

By Rebecca Gawthorne

In less than 12 weeks, the the World’s Largest Fun Run, The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac, takes place. So it’s time to get your nutrition on point!

What you eat plays a vital role in your training and recovery and will help ensure you perform at your best on race day. Whether you plan to run, jog, walk or stroll the iconic 14km course, make sure you have the following key nutrition factors perfect to make 2018 City2Surf your best fun run yet!

By Jordan Pearson

Eden runs The Sun-Herald City2Surf presented by Westpac each year and raises money for Bear Cottage so that her friend Joanne will always be remembered. Eden is an absolute superstar and truly embodies what it is to be a City2Surf fundraising champion!

By Jordan Pearson

Mum of two, Krista Lawler has two personal trainers who are her very own mini humans. Originally from Canada, Krista moved to the Hunter Valley, New South Wales in 2006 with her husband. Krista describes herself as “a full time working, stay at home mum with a farm to manage.” So, her hours available to run and train are limited.

By Jordan Pearson

The World’s Largest Fun Run is back on Sunday, August 12! From the elite athlete, to the fit family, to the fabulous fundraisers, it’s a fantastic day filled with laughs. As the saying goes, you never regret a workout and we can think of a whole host of other reasons to get you involved this year as well.

By Rebecca Foley

We are so excited that the 2018 Sun-Herald City2Surf ambasador is fitness guru and the original suitor on The Bachelor, Tim Robards! Tim is no stranger to the buzzing City2Surf course and can’t wait to hit the ground running with you all in 2018.

By Rebecca Foley

The City2Surf is a fun run; a positive, community-driven event where the end goal is to have a great time. Just by doing the City2Surf, you get absolute legend status and deserve a huge pat on the back. But even the best of runners hit a wall so here are some tips to breaking down those barriers that might come up.

By Rebecca Foley

Who doesn’t need some advice from a Personal Trainer going into the City2Surf? Master Trainer Cameron Smith has 10,000 hours of expertise under his belt, so here’s some tips from one of the experts.

By Rebecca Foley

City2Surf is all about family participation so there’s nothing we love more than seeing fit, happy, and active kids! Here are some tips and tricks for making the City2Surf an awesome experience with every member of your family.