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What, where, how: all you need to know about hiking and running.
The popularity of hiking in Hong Kong’s scenic hills soared during the pandemic. But with that came a surge in rescues and, sadly, in deaths.
Latest Hong Kong tech innovation sends out signals from those in distress on the trails giving them every chance of being found.
Moving from Hong Kong to the UK brings many changes, especially when hiking. The writer swaps subtropical heat, humidity, snakes and wild boar for cold, mud, cows, sheep and dogs.
The popularity of hiking in Hong Kong has soared during the pandemic. But with that has come a worrying increase in the number of deaths, injuries and rescues.
With the number of rescues in Hong Kong country parks surging in the first four months of the year, those longing to get out of the city and away from the pandemic should ensure they are prepared for the treks that lie ahead
- Ancient cedar trees and unique wildlife are among the attractions of a hike across mountainous Yakushima, a Unesco World Heritage site
The goals of the hike on October 18 are to reach Lantau Peak while it is still dark to witness the sunrise and to raise funds for the Nature Conservancy.
This November’s event will be the 40th time the race has taken place since the inaugural edition in 1981, and officials expect all 1,300 team slots to be filled.
Russ Cook’s epic run across the length of Africa inspired Post Magazine to try devising the world’s longest walk. Here’s the result, including what to see on the way and countries to avoid.
Hoka, the running shoe brand known for its thick soles, is opening two stores in Hong Kong this year as it ramps up its presence in Asia amid a fitness and health boom.
As more trekkers and climbers are drawn to Mount Everest and Nepal’s other Himalayan peaks, trails and slopes are becoming overcrowded and debris-strewn.
Study participants who completed a 3km treadmill time trial in a state of hypohydration were 6 per cent slower on average.
A hike through Italy’s soaring Dolomites is an occasionally terrifying reminder of our fleeting time on Earth, but comes with some jaw-dropping views.
Having a gentle jog before may be just as effective as a plyometric workout and may help athletes retain vital glyocen stores for longer.
Sunmaya Budha says ‘thinking about past is not enough for me’ as she rises from rural Nepal to ultra stardom, and wants to continue to support her family.
A study finds that physical activity is more effective than counselling or leading medications for improving depression, anxiety and distress symptoms – as shown by a runner who says it saved her life.
Trail runners from the UK, Japan, Nepal, Taiwan and mainland China set out early on Friday across all four major Hong Kong trails, plus sections on public transport.
Runners who are too passionate or perfectionist are more prone to knee, foot or lower leg injuries. To avoid this, be more realistic about your expectations or limits, says a Hong Kong physiotherapist.
Founders of the The Argyle Ross Trail say it could take six to seven days to complete the 100km route across the New Territories.
Lawyer Alice McLeod was the first woman to cross the finish line of this year’s 298-kilometre Hong Kong Four Trails Ultra Challenge – here’s how she planned and trained for the incredible feat.
Rency Thomas tackles mountainous waves, money troubles and long days during 2,750km journey.
A popular tourist destination in central Taiwan, Alishan has forests, mountains, and tea and coffee plantations. Cameron Dueck leaves the crowds behind to enjoy the stillness.
Liu reaches postbox in Mui Wo in 52 hours, two minutes and 24 seconds, nearly four hours ahead of nearest rival.
Robin Lee’s documentary is a triumph, and is a fabulous Hong Kong story that deserves to be told around the world.
Tsang Wai-fung gets used to running without headphones but first experiences highs and lows of solitary adventure that takes runners 298km across the city.
The Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc and top trail runners discuss how to balance the sport’s development ‘with its values at the centre’.
Enter Malaysia’s new Rompin State Park and you may think a dinosaur is about to stroll by, such is the primeval nature of its rainforest. We explore the park from a comfortable, modern eco-retreat.
Meng Guangfu and Chen Lin claim men’s and women’s titles in first race of inaugural World Trail Majors.
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Liu Fo-lok has taken to breeding and selling reptiles to fund his training for city’s toughest ultra-marathon event.
The famous race returns for its 14th year this weekend, and John Ellis has been there from the start. Overseas runners can typically be caught out by the stairs and steep climbs, but don’t forget about the monkeys.
Chinese contenders in 103km race include last year’s top two You Peiquan and Zhao Jiaju, and, among the women, Wu Yuanyuan, who last year won the ‘Grand Sam’ of Third, Half and main event.
From fairy meadows to high mountain passes, this is a list of treks we think should be on your radar for 2024.
More women looking to trek in Nepal are hiring female guides and using women-led companies, motivated in part by the chance to help empower Nepali women and promote equality.
