Back by popular demand, the Reebok Wadi Bih Run returns to the UAE event scene, but this time the Hatta hills will play host to hundreds of keen athletes, corporate teams and fitness fans.

With a majestic mountain backdrop and brand-new routes, the race – held on Friday, November 9 – promises to be a run calendar highlight as participants tackle distances of up to 70km in a team relay or as an individual.

This special edition marks the addition of another beautiful UAE location and Wadi Bih’s second outdoor running event of the year – the first being the famous 72km run held in Dibba in February.

The exciting new Hatta loop course offers 70km (two loops), 35km (one loop), 20km and 2.5km distances, welcoming all abilities and levels.

Hatta is just a short 90-minute drive from Dubai and since this race is being held in the Emirates, no passports are required.

Despite not being held in Wadi Bih, the name remains as the brand is synonymous with escaping into the UAE countryside to create epic trail running races for teams and individuals, challenging their commitment, determination and stamina.

The location will always change as the organisers go in search of inspiring new routes and Hatta is their latest discovery.

If you are looking to boost employee morale then each Reebok Wadi Bih Run is a great team-building event that encourages people to have fun and live more active lifestyles, not to mention bond on the move as they find their running groove covering either 70km or 35km together as a relay team of five.

These fun and engaging races help strengthen communication skills and build people’s confidence as well as their ability to shine under pressure. With a maximum elevation of up to 620m and an average of 194m, just imagine the sensational mountain views and magical moments you will share throughout the run.

Come race day, runners will find themselves running through plantations, villages and over undulating gravelly terrain. The route starts from the JA Hatta Fort Hotel and goes uphill, along the border and towards the Hatta Dam – aesthetically pleasing and picturesque to help the miles flyby.

There are seven checkpoints in total and each one provides support stations for the solo runners or
marks the spot for a quick team transition and tactical talk.

So why not challenge your colleagues or departments to put a relay team together and participate?

Be creative with your name and you could also win a bonus prize.

There is still plenty of time left to train and all the races take place on the same day, making it an action-packed event. The new 2.5km category for kids means you can also make it a full-on family affair, enjoying the race village and hotel facilities to freshen up, refuel and recover.

Food and refreshments will be served after the race for both runners and spectators who register.

Registration is open through www.premieronline.com.

What: Reebok Wadi Bih Run
Where: Beginning from JA Hatta Fort Hotel
When: Friday, November 9
Contact: Visit www.premieronline.com to sign up and www.wadibih.com for more information