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Herbie Hancock returns to Hong Kong this weekend as part of the Freespace Jazz Fest 2024 in the West Kowloon Cultural District, one of our picks for things to do and see this weekend. Photo: Getty Images

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, October 25-27

Try your hand at cocktail making, immerse yourself in jazz music, learn about endurance running and more this weekend.

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Veteran Campbell aims to make it four out of four at Hong Kong Oxfam Trailwalker

Hong Kong sending 38-strong squad to first Asia-Pacific Trail Running Championships

Explorer who spent two years walking across Africa takes on Hong Kong Moontrekker

Mario Rigby is taking part to advocate for nature and sustainability, and as training for his bid to tackle the world’s seven tallest summits.

Renowned eco-explorer Mario Rigby will take part in the Hong Kong Barclays MoonTrekker 2024 to champion nature conservation. Photo: Sun Yeung

Opinion | Hong Kong has what it takes to be a unique sporting events capital

The city’s natural beauty and spectacular cityscape are assets to be leveraged in its quest to become a one-of-its-kind events capital.

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How to fuel your body when trail running to avoid health problems

Many trail runners don’t consume enough calories in races, which can lead to long-term health issues. Hong Kong experts advise what to eat.

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Clean air and empty runway offer elite women chance to break 10km world record

The race on the new tarmac will be held in November, with organisers hoping to attract 12,000 runners, including 50 of the world’s top women.

Kwan Kee, chairman of the Hong Kong, China Association of Athletics Affiliates, at the launch of the Three-runway system 10km international race at Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: Elson Li

Why runners need to be aware of raised heatstroke risk amid global warming

Experts say race organisers need to be prepared to deal with the risk of a condition that can damage runners’ organs and even kill them.

Hoka guru wants to curb shoe tech advance, as sub-2 hour marathon chase quickens

Brand’s co-founder Nico Mermoud says line could be named in honour of Hong Kong, after regular testing on city’s trails before 2009 launch.

Editorial | Check your fitness before ascending Fuji

The death of a Hong Kong man as he climbed Japan’s tallest mountain is a reminder that even on holiday in a safe, civilised place, there is a need to be careful and properly prepared for hazards beyond misadventure.

Climbers on the slopes of Mount Fuji. Photo: Reuters

Hiking Yakushima, southern Japanese island that inspired Hayao Miyazaki

Yakushima is partly covered by a lush forest of centuries-old cedar trees, home to unique animals, part of which inspired Studio Ghibli’s film Princess Mononoke. We discover its joys on a three-day hike.

Hiking the trails of Yakushima, in southern Japan. Photo: Fiona Ching

Inside Out | Why average runners don’t need to keep pace with hi-tech shoe advances

Sports shoe tech development is moving at a sprinter’s speed, with smart shoes offering wearers more information than ever. Such advances are, however, far beyond the needs of most runners, who would be better off looking for discounts at outlet stores.

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Registration for Hong Kong MoonTrekker overnight trail event opens this weekend

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.

Oxfam Trailwalker chiefs add new route, target record donations, as race hits 40

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.

Oxfam Trailwalker organisers are expecting 1,300 teams to take part in the 2024 edition of the race. Photo: Dickson Lee

World’s longest walk? 24,262km from South Africa to China

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.

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A hiker looks out at mountains on the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Photo: Shutterstock

Hoka to open two stores in Hong Kong as running shoe brand eyes growth in Asia

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.

How the selfie crowd, unused to high-altitude trekking, are ruining Everest

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.

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Drink before running: lack of fluids makes athletes much slower, study confirms

Study participants who completed a 3km treadmill time trial in a state of hypohydration were 6 per cent slower on average.

Intake of fluids before running can significantly improve performances, study confirms. Photo: Reuters

A hike that’s not for the faint of heart: adventure in Italy’s Dolomites

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.

Ditch that big marathon warm-up – a light jog is more effective, research shows

Having a gentle jog before may be just as effective as a plyometric workout and may help athletes retain vital glyocen stores for longer.

Nepal racer wins by smallest of margins, edges out China’s Xiang Fuzhao

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.

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Sunmaya Budha on her way to a nine second victory in the Wenling Golden Coast Trail Race. Photo: Naden81

If exercise helps depression more than counselling, this woman is living proof

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.

Betty Grisoni uses trail running to gain control of her mental health and depression, which has also helped her lose weight - 70kg, to be exact. A new study found that physical activity is more effective than counselling or leading medications for improving depression, anxiety and distress symptoms. Photo: Betty Grisoni

MTR, ferry part of the fun in 4 Trail Ultra Loop’s first full race after Covid

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.

Running injuries: why your passion for exercise may make them more likely

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.

The new Hong Kong trail that adds swimming, waterfalls to 100km trek across city

Founders of the The Argyle Ross Trail say it could take six to seven days to complete the 100km route across the New Territories.

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Steward Ross and Jack Argyle on their new unofficial hiking trail, the Argyle Ross. Photo: Handout

Only 2 women finished this year’s Hong Kong ultra trail race. Meet the first

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.

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Alice McLeod celebrates crossing the finish line of the 2024 Hong Kong Four Trails Ultra Challenge. Photo: Viola Shum

One man’s voyage of discovery along the Ganges was 20 years in the making

Rency Thomas tackles mountainous waves, money troubles and long days during 2,750km journey.

Mountain magic: hiking off the beaten track in Alishan, central Taiwan

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.

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Trail running and hiking
What, where, how: all you need to know about hiking and running.
last updated:
9 September, 2024
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