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HK Marathon Support

HK Marathon Support

Whether you are a new runner taking on your first race, an experienced runner looking to set a new personal best, or simply interested in becoming more active, the Support Programme by CSE is here to help HKU students, staff and alumni prepare for the upcoming Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon (17 January, 2027). This Support Programme is designed to support your training, prevent injuries, and promote a lifelong commitment to active living.

In the lead-up to the Marathon, we will share information about an exciting range of support delivered exclusively to HKU participants who have successfully entered the ballot. This will include:

  • Seminars to help improve your training and performance
  • Health, nutrition, and recovery guidance
  • Opportunities to connect with fellow HKU runners
  • Race-day booth, photography, and giveaways
  • Post-event recovery tools
  • And much more!
Expert Webinars
We are delighted to confirm that our popular Marathon Preparation Webinars are returning in 2027, delivered by a range of knowledgeable experts from the Centre for Sports and Exercise and HKU Med Sports Clinic, ready to help you upgrade your preparation!

For full details of the events, please take look at our online poster, with all webinars open for online enrolment. All seminars are available for free HKU staff, students, and alumni.

Limited places are available, and registrations are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so make sure you register today to avoid disappointment!

Mailing List
To receive the latest information about support for runners, and how you can engage with TeamHKU on race-day, please subscribe to our mailing list by registering here.

Beyond the Marathon
In addition, CSE offers year-round paid programmes and testing to support running performance and overall wellness, including:

  • Our 10-week Strength Training for Runners courses, designed to help prevent common running injuries and ensure you make it to the start line in peak condition.
  • Our 6-week HKURun courses, focusing on running drills, posture, technique, pacing strategies, and conditioning for long-distance races.
  • VO2max and lactate threshold testing, providing physiological data to optimize your training and race planning.
For questions, or further information about the support for the SCHK Marathon, please contact uniteam@hku.hk
HK Marathon Support
HK Marathon Support