One of the bigger running events of early 2015 takes place on Feb 1 with three courses to choose from: 21.1km half marathon, 10.5km mini marathon and 5km micro marathon, starting at BITEC Bangna (BTS Bang Na), going all the way through Mega Bangna for the longest course. All participants who finish get a medal. Register now at www.bitec-halfmarathon.com as the early bird rate of B300 finishes on Jan 10. Standard rate continues through Jan 23 at B450 per entry.

 

The second edition of the race is back in 2015 on Feb 8, covering various distances along the beautiful Rama VIII Bridge, from the newbie-friendly walking-running courses for families, under 12s and 13-15 year-old runners, to the youth (16-19yrs old) 5km course to the general 10km course for all. Scholarships to continue your training go to the top five runners (Thai nationals) of each course. Online registration available now through Jan 16 at www.bibmaster.com. B200 for under-19s and B300 for adults.

 

Here’s a healthy activity for you and your partner this Valentine’s Day. Couples are invited to take part in one of the couple races on Feb 14 at Suan Luang Rama IX: the 20km Couple Run Challenge (B1,200 with a finisher T-shirt), 10km mini marathon (B700) and 3km fun run (B700). All participants must sign up in pairs at www.bibmaster.com, and all finishers will receive a pair of cute couple medals.

 

Chang Buriram United International Circuit holds its first bike and run race in Buriram Province on Feb 14 where participants have the option to take part in the 13.5km Super Mini Marathon (B400), the 4.5km Fun Run (B100, B20 for students), the 400m Quarter mile sprint and the 36.5km Bike Criterium on what’s known as the smoothest bike track in Thailand. Register online at www.refillmarathon.com, or download the registration form at goo.gl/I6ro20 (running event) or goo.gl/n7k1GS (cycling event) and send it to [email protected].