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Switching from road running to trails can feel intimidating at first. The terrain is uneven, your pace changes constantly, and a seemingly short distance can become demanding when it includes steep climbs, technical descents or different types of surface. But you do not need to start with an ultramarathon or be an experienced mountain runner. […]
For three weeks, the Tour de France once again puts cycling at the centre of attention. Demanding climbs, breakaways, teamwork, sprint finishes and the battle for the yellow jersey make it one of the most watched sporting events in the world. Watching the best cyclists in the world can be exactly the motivation you need […]
There is a new type of event gaining space in Portugal’s sports calendar. It is not just running.It is not just functional training.It is not just CrossTraining, HYROX-style competition or a team challenge. It is a mix of all of that. Hybrid events are becoming one of the most exciting formats for athletes who want […]
For many runners, the 10K is the perfect balance between challenge, accessibility and progress. It is short enough to prepare for with consistency, but demanding enough to help you work on pace, endurance, strategy and mental focus. Whether you have already completed a 5K and want to take the next step, or you are looking […]
The end of the year is one of the best times to organize your running goals. After the hottest months, many athletes return to training with more consistency, temperatures become more comfortable, and the race calendar starts filling up again across Portugal. But choosing a race should not be a last-minute decision. For runners who […]
After the hottest months of the year, autumn marks the return of many athletes to racing. Temperatures become more comfortable, the trails gain new colours, and the calendar fills up again with events across the country. For road runners who are curious about trail running, this is one of the best times to take the […]
Summer is often a time to slow down, enjoy holidays and train with a little less pressure. But it’s also the perfect opportunity to start planning your next running goals. From September onwards, Portugal’s race calendar comes back to life. Cooler temperatures, ideal running conditions and a packed schedule of road races and trail events […]
Autumn is one of the best times of the year to race in Portugal. The summer heat fades away, running conditions improve, and the race calendar fills up with exciting road and trail events. If you’re based in Lisbon, you don’t have to travel far to find your next challenge. Here are 10 running events […]
October is one of the best months to run in Portugal. After the heat of summer, the temperatures become milder, the race calendar gets busier again, and runners start looking for new goals to close the year strong. Whether you prefer road running, trail running, night races or scenic autumn routes, October offers plenty of […]
Summer has always been hot in Portugal. But in recent years, extreme temperatures have started to directly affect how sports events are planned. More organizers are being forced to make difficult decisions: change start times, adjust routes, reinforce hydration points or, in some cases, postpone or cancel events to protect participants. For athletes, this means […]
For many runners, cyclists and trail athletes, signing up for a race used to be a last-minute decision. Today, that is changing. More and more athletes in Portugal are planning their race calendars months in advance, choosing key events for each season and building their training around them. Instead of searching for a race a […]
