Runners, it’s time to prepare your shoes (and your stamina): the Samui Island Marathon 2011, happening on Sep 18, is now accepting applications. There are four runs to choose from: a full marathon (42.19km), a half marathon (21km), a quarter marathon (10.55km) and a mini marathon (for kids; 5km). You can even do a 2-km fun run if you don’t wish to compete for prizes, which incidentally are worth B3 million in total. The winner will also receive the HRH Princess Mahachakri Sirindhorn Cup (though there’s no greater prize than finishing in one piece, we’re told). Application forms must be submitted to Bangkok Airways Head Office (9/F, Viphavadi Rangsit Rd., 02-265-8709), the Amateur Athletic Association (02-564-3322), Book Friend bookstores nationwide or on the website. Runners will also receive a 25% discount on Bangkok Airways tickets. More information at 02-265-5665, 02-265-8709 and www.bangkokair.com/samui-island-marathon.