Love Race Returns to Tel Aviv Port with Running and Dating

The "Tpozina Singles Run" love race is set to take place for the fourth time on September 10, 2026, at Tel Aviv Port's lighthouse plaza. This social sports event combines physical activity, music, a festival atmosphere, and dating zones in an informal setting for thousands of young adults.

The race, a collaboration between Yediot Ahronot Group and RGE media group, will open to the public at 4:30 PM. The 5km race will start at 6:05 PM, followed by the 10km race at 6:15 PM. Live performances by Omer Simdar and Adam Ten will conclude the evening at 9:00 PM. All participants will receive an Adidas t-shirt.

Running and fitness coach Yossi Hadani advises participants to prepare four to five months in advance. He recommends building an aerobic base by running long distances at a low pace to train the body for sustained effort and recovery. Later training should involve shorter distances or less time but higher intensity to improve speed.

Regarding nutrition and sleep, Hadani stresses the importance of a carbohydrate-rich diet low in fats and fiber before the race, with a full meal eaten four to five hours prior, such as pasta with chicken breast and salad, or rice and fish. He emphasizes that six to eight hours of quality sleep is crucial for muscle recovery, advising participants to avoid screens and ensure uninterrupted sleep.

Fitness and running coach Yael Levi suggests staying hydrated throughout the day, including with isotonic drinks. She recommends a meal low in fiber, focusing on carbohydrates and avoiding meat and vegetables three to four hours before the race. Levi also advises runners not to start too fast, to find their pace after the first kilometer or two, and to increase speed in the final kilometers.