Yangmingshan National Park Marathon returns in November; Jiang Yan-qing offers training tips

The National Park Service of the Ministry of the Interior held a press conference today to announce the "2026 Taiwan National Park Marathon," marking the return of the Yangmingshan National Park Marathon after many years. Jiang Yan-qing, a top trail runner, provided advice based on his experience to help participants achieve good results on mountain roads. The Chinese Taipei Road Running Association previously held the "Yangmingshan Summer Marathon" in August 2010, which attracted many runners due to the cool weather. This year's event will take place on November 1st, featuring full marathon, half marathon, and 5km categories, with a total of 5,000 participants. Registration opens tomorrow at 2:00 PM. Jiang noted that running on mountain roads differs from flat terrain, advising runners to train on-site and manage their pace and nutrition carefully. The event emphasizes sustainability, featuring eco-friendly jerseys developed by Mizuno using 100% recycled polyester. The event will also include a DJ stage and a "Mini Mountain Market" showcasing local produce, promoting the spirit of local consumption.