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Comrades Marathon 2019 “up”

Comrades Marathon 2019 “up”

Hey guys, with the fast approaching Comrades Marathon on June 9, I would like to provide a summary on the longest and oldest Ultra Marathon race in the world. Starting back in 1921 it is approximately 89km of road running between the South African cities of Durban and Pietermaritzburg. The race famously changes direction each …
Another resolution gone pear-shaped

Another resolution gone pear-shaped

You’ve said it and you’ve heard it: I’m going to get fitter! I’m going to get healthier! I’m going to do a fun run or join the gym! Where do we go wrong? The decision to increase your fitness and lose some excess kilos from the waistline is usually fed from our non-committal emotional side …

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