How hard is Queenstown marathon?
How hard is Queenstown marathon?
Of course, the marathon is a difficult and serious competition that requires a long physical preparation. As a rule, many runners underestimate both their body temperature and how hot it can get by mid-morning in Queenstown and dress too warm.
Who won Queenstown marathon?
NZ Sotheby’s International Realty Queenstown Marathon Course Records:
| Name | Year | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Hannah Oldroyd | 2018 | 2:52:10 |
| Samuel Wreford | 2017 | 2:23:56 |
Is the Queenstown marathon still on?
Event update – Postponed to 19 March 2022 Organisers of the New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty Queenstown Marathon have today confirmed that the event will not be taking place as planned on 20 November 2021.
Is the Queenstown half marathon flat?
70% hard packed trails and 30% on road surfaces combined with a mainly flat gradient.
How hilly is Queenstown half marathon?
The Queenstown Marathon is described as ‘flat out beautiful’ in all its promotional banners – but there was some 300 metres of elevation gain over the 42km (thankfully I’d done a lot of my training on Wellington’s hills, so the undulating course was fine for me – and just added interest).
How far is the Queenstown marathon?
42.2km
The New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty Queenstown Marathon on Saturday, 19 November 2022 incorporates a 42.2km marathon, 21.1km half marathon, 10km fun run and kids fun run events.
How long does it take to train for a half marathon?
12 to 14 weeks
Expect to spend 12 to 14 weeks training if you’ve never run a half-marathon and you’re currently running under 10 miles each week. Plan on running at least three times a week at first and at least four times a week as your training progresses.
What date is the Queenstown marathon?
Event Schedule
| Thursday 17 November 2022 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 8:30am | NZ Sotheby’s International Realty Queenstown Marathon Walk start | Millbrook Resort |
| 1:00pm | Queenstown Airport Kids Run start | Queenstown Gardens, Park Street |
| 3:30pm | Prize Giving | Queenstown Recreation Ground |
| Sunday 20 November 2022 |
How do I train for a half marathon NZ?
Include a good 5-10minutes easy at the end of the run and stretching warm down. Run with a real focus on half marathon pace for the last 15 – 20 mins. Feel good run with 3-4 hills mid run 3 – 400 m long. Build this run from basic warm up pace to last 6-7kms at half marathon pace or close to your 5k threshold.
Can you walk the Queenstown marathon?
Event Cut-off Times We welcome walkers in the Full Marathon, Half Marathon and 10KM distances. We ask all walkers to start behind the runners in the designated section at the start line and give way to runners at all times.
Should you drink water during a half marathon?
Most half marathon runners should plan to take several small sips of water approximately every 15 minutes. Taking in about 4 ounces of water at that time is ideal – aiming for 2 cups (16 oz.) per hour.