Get Involved
Run for MND
Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival 2026
We are thrilled to announce that MND Victoria will once again be a Charity Place partner at this year's Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival, happening on October 11th 2026!
In 2025, our incredible group of runners raised over $120,000 for MND Victoria, with all funds raised going towards providing vital care, equipment, and support for people living with MND.
Applications are now open to secure your Charity Place spot in our MND Victoria Superstar Squad.
Simply apply to be a Charity Place Runner and raise $2,000 or more for MND Victoria to guarantee your spot in our VIP team.
Join a Charity Run for MND Victoria
Looking to make a difference and challenge yourself at the same time? Take part in a fun-run or marathon in support of MND Victoria & every step you take will make a difference for those impacted by motor neurone disease.
How to Get Involved:
Register for an Event
Choose from various charity runs or marathons throughout the year and register online. Below is a list of upcoming events.- Start Fundraising
Once registered, set up your personal fundraising page. Share it with friends, family, and colleagues to gather support. Every dollar goes directly towards supporting MND Victoria's vital services. - Train and Prepare
Checkout our training tips or download one of our training plans to help you prepare for your run. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, you can achieve anything! - Run for MND
On event day, run knowing you're making a meaningful impact. Wear your MND Victoria colours with pride and join the united community helping those with MND.
All funds raised go toward providing care, equipment, and support for people living with MND.
Upcoming Events
Training Tips
Prepare your body for your long distance run by following a training plan with plenty of rest days, and a focus on good nutrition and hydration.
- Follow a Structured Plan: Gradually build distance and intensity over time with a well-designed training plan.
- Incorporate Long Runs: Weekly long runs help build endurance and prepare your body for any distance.
- Prioritise Rest and Recovery: Schedule rest days to prevent overtraining and allow your muscles to recover.
- Fuel and Hydrate Properly: Maintain a balanced diet, stay hydrated, and practice fuelling during runs.
- Strength Training: Include targeted strength exercises to enhance stability, prevent injury, and improve performance.
Below we have some downloadable training plans from our friends at Earth to Body gym that you can use or be inspired by.
Resources for you
Participating in a run in support of MND Victoria?
Click the button below to download either a customisable or non-customisable poster.
