Are you competing in any fitness events in January?

Here’s our top three to get involved in!

URBAN-ULTRA BIG STINKER

If you are ready for a serious challenge then this may well be the event for you.

Described as one of the toughest solo footraces in the UAE, the Urban-Ultra Big Stinker has three distances available for competitors – 15km, 30km and 45km.

Wanting to test your fitness after the New Year – then this is a must.

START TIME: 7AM
MORE INFO: Urban-Ultra Big Stinker

STANDARD CHARTERED DUBAI MARATHON
Friday, January 24

Over 30,000 runners are expected to take part across Marathon, 10km and 4km Fun Race distances on January 24 – the most ever to participate in the Dubai event.

Registration is still open if you wish to participate or you can still go down and watch some of the best athletes in the world in action.

In the last edition of the race, Ethiopia’s Getaneh Molla and Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich clinched men’s and women’s titles.

START TIME: 6.30AM
MORE INFO: Dubai Marathon

WADI BIH RUN
Friday, January 31 

The profile of the Wadi Bih has increased rapidly since its inception in 1993, and this year’s 30km, 50km and 72km routes will be as tough as it gets, as tarmac roads and graded grave tracks will be part of the challenges that take you through the picturesque Hajar Mountains.

The run starts and finishes in Dibba, with the beautiful mountain surroundings of Oman serving as an ideal setting to a gruelling race. It will be an unforgettable experience!

START TIME: From 4.30am (depending on the distance)
MORE INFO: Wadi Bih Run