Modern Athlete Magazine 175 December 2024 | Page 3

CONTENTS
TRAIL RUNNING ( continued )

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TRACK & FIELD
The Spartans Take on Treverton
After three editions in Joburg , the Spartan Baby Badass Ultra fundraising endurance run made its KZN debut with the inaugural running of the Treverton ( Trail ) Edition . – BY ROBBIE RICCARDI

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Body Science : The Hips Don ’ t Lie
Nutrition : Fruity Favourites Running Up Mountains Eating fruit not only provides you with the nutrients needed for health ,
Brazilian runner Fernanda Maciel is using her ultra-running talent not only to set new records on the highest mountains of each continent , but also to create positive change . – BY RED BULL with SEAN FALCONER

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CROSS-TRAINING

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Next Diamond League to Shine Brighter
The iconic global Wanda Diamond League series will feature substantially increased prize money in 2025 , cementing it status as track and field ’ s premier one-day series . – EDITED BY SEAN FALCONER
You ’ re Next , Jozi !
If you haven ’ t already done so , book the date of 1 March 2025 in your calendar , because HYROX Johannesburg is coming , and if you haven ’ t got your tickets yet , I suggest you move fast ! – BY CAMERON CLEAVER
LIVE WELL ( continued )
Maintaining strong and flexible hip flexors is essential for runners seeking to enhance their performance and prevent injuries . Here ’ s how to achieve that goal . – BY JURGENS GROBLER
the repairing of your body and a reduced risk of some chronic diseases , but fruits can also benefit your running . – BY CHRISTINE PETERS
Mental Wellness : Inner Harmony , Outer Fulfilment
When we nurture harmony within , we lay the foundation for a life adorned with agreeable surroundings , optimal wellbeing , and the manifestation of our greatest potential . – BY GLEN ROSS
Relationships : Escaping the Toxicity
It is not uncommon for relationships to turn abusive and toxic over time . Here ’ s what to look for , and essential advice on getting out of a toxic relationship . – BY PAULA QUINSEE
Adventure : Signs of Good Leadership
Leadership in the workplace is about so much more than just having an impressive title and a corner office , and good leadership requires the right mindset and approach . – BY ERIK VERMEULEN
Personal Safety : Boundaries and Self-worth
Do you know where your ‘ line in the sand ’ is , that point when you say , so far and no further ? When it comes to a moment of danger , you need to focus on that . – BY MARK GROBBELAAR
LIVE WELL

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Training : Holiday Maintenance
Going on holiday does not mean you have to stop training or lose your fitness , so use these handy tips and workouts to keep your legs ticking over , and then hit the road running in January . – BY RAY ORCHISON
COOLING DOWN

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Runners ’ Logic
Call a spade a spade … runners have a unique way of looking at the world and its challenges , and our answer to all questions is invariably that we need to go for a run ! – COMPILED BY SEAN FALCONER
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