Contents
7 Foreword
Welcome Messages from sponsor Dis-Chem and the Bedfordview Country
Club Running Section’s Race Organiser.
8 A Big Thank You to All!
Let us tell you about some of the great products from our sponsors and
partners, which are available at your nearest Dis-Chem.
11 A Long Road Travelled
A brief history of Gauteng’s premier half marathon, which has been on the
running calendar since 1979.
12 2019 Dis-Chem Half Marathon Results
A quick recap of the leading results from last year’s race, including Irvette
van Zyl breaking the women’s course record.
15 Giving Back Through Running
Two official race charities, the Lambano Sanctuary and The Namaqua Dog
& Donkey Foundation, benefit from voluntary donations from entrants in
the Dis-Chem Half Marathon.
18 Optimal Hydration
For decades runners believed they must “Drink ahead of thirst,” but as our
understanding of the body’s hydration requirements have evolved, new
guidelines have emerged.
22 All the Info You Need!
You need to know times, places, procedures, rules and other essentials in
order to register for and run the 2020 Dis-Chem Half-Marathon.
24 Find Your Way Around
Our handy guides will show you where to park before the race, and where
to find everything at the race venue.
26 Plan Your Race
Check out our detailed route map, with water stations and toilets along the
route marked, so that you can better plan your run.
30 How to Wear Your Race and
Licence Numbers
Avoid any issues with race officials by making sure your race and licence
numbers are worn properly during the race.
31 Timing Chips
Here’s how to correctly attach your electronic timing chip to your shoe in
order to be timed during the race.
34 Supplement Your Recovery for
Optimal Performance
A key component of any recovery plan is optimal nutrition, and the right
combination of well-formulated supplements taken at the appropriate time
can boost your efforts.
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Dis-chem Half Marathon | 12 January 2020