Bondi • Sunday 10 August — A Recovery Afterparty to Remember

On Sunday 10 August, the North Bondi Surf Club was alive with energy and good vibes as we hosted the Rockwear Recovery Party — the perfect way to unwind and recharge after the world’s biggest fun run!

This wasn’t just any post-race event. With the incredible Emily Grosser — comedian, athlete, and all-around crowd favourite — hosting the day, there was never a dull moment. Emily brought the laughs, the interviews, and even played Rockwear Cupid, matching community members and sparking connections across the room. She chatted with participants about their race-day gear, swapping stories, and gathering the hottest recovery tips from the experts who know best — our runners themselves.

The Surf Club forecourt was transformed by our friends at RCVRI into a dedicated recovery oasis designed to help runners recharge both body and mind.
Among the highlights:

✅ Ice Baths: The cold plunge is a game-changer post-race. Immersing in icy water helps reduce inflammation and muscle soreness, speeding up recovery and getting runners back on their feet faster. It’s tough but worth every second.

✅ Saunas: After the cold plunge, stepping into the hot sauna relaxes muscles, improves circulation, and promotes detoxification through sweating — the perfect counterbalance to the ice bath and a soothing way to ease post-run tension.

✅ Normatec Boots: These compression boots use dynamic air pressure to flush out lactic acid and improve blood flow, giving tired legs the gentle massage they crave after hours on the road.

DJ Mad.day had the Surf Club buzzing upstairs, proving that after 14km, the only thing better than a medal is a dance floor!

Our food partners Lox in a Box served up the best post-race carbs — delicious bagels that fuelled everyone to keep the good vibes flowing. Meanwhile, Hydro Magnesium Water flowed freely, delivering essential minerals that support muscle relaxation and hydration — perfect for recovery.

No recovery party would be complete without some fizz — Pals stepped in as the celebration drink partner, kicking off the dance floor with their refreshing seltzers and helping everyone keep the energy up for a day to remember.

There was a sea of runners rocking their limited-edition Rockwear VIVA collection, specially designed for race day and beyond. The run shorts stood out with their no-ride-up fit, engineered to move seamlessly with every step. Our supportive sports bras kept bounce to a minimum for maximum comfort.

The finishing touches? The exclusive Rockwear caps and, given the rainy race day, our Rockwear socks quickly became a must-have for staying warm and dry.

A huge thanks to the SSS Run Club — who’ve been training alongside us for 8 weeks, building strength, confidence, and community. Watching them cross the finish line in their VIVA gear was an unforgettable highlight.

We’re also incredibly grateful to RCVRI, Pals, Lox in a Box, Hydro, and all our amazing brand partners whose energy, expertise, and support made Rockwear Recovery an event to remember.

Until next year, Sydney!