Modern Athlete Magazine Issue 153 October 2022 | Page 3

CONTENTS
C o l u m n
TRAIL RUNNING
TRACK & FIELD
WALKING

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In the Shadow of a Giant
At the beginning of July I found myself tackling the steep slopes of Mariepskop in the Kruger2Canyon Challenge and marvelling at the incredible views , while trying to convince my legs that it was worth the climb . – BY STEFANO MIGLIORE
Journey to a 100 Miler
Before 2017 , Andre Pienaar would never have believed he could run a 100km trail race . Five years on and he has his sights set on the new UTCT 100 Miler race this November . – BY MARYANN SHAW
Living Up to Expectation
Having won the men ’ s 400m title at the recent World U20 Championships , Lythe Pillay is living up to the expectations that he is a superstar in the making for SA athletics . – BY MANFRED SEIDLER with SEAN FALCONER
Set Yourself a Goal
Can a 58-year-old CEO run a five-minute mile ? This is all about the power of goal-setting during complex and difficult times , and you ’ re invited to join me by setting your own goal . – BY ADRIAN GORE
Walk this Way : Crosstraining for Race-walkers
I often get asked if I cross-train . Yes , I spend time in the gym , do recovery jogs , and even do the odd trail run . So , could cross-training be good for you ? That ’ s another hard yes ! – BY ZELDA BOTHA
MULTISPORT
COOLING DOWN
SUPPLEMENT

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TRIED & TESTED
RACE CALENDAR

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Triple Ironman Week for SA ’ s ‘ Forest Gump ’
In July , Rehan Greeff completed his Run Forest Run TriChallenge , doing three Ironman-length triathlons in three countries in six days , to raise money for to help vulnerable children . – BY SEAN FALCONER

82 Skechers are GO

I recently had the opportunity to put some Skechers shoes to the test , and found them very much to my liking , for various reasons ! – BY NORRIE WILLIAMSON
Make Your Racing Plans
South African athletes are blessed with an incredible number of running events , so check out SA ’ s most complete running calendar and then get your entries in , all right here ! – COMPILED BY NICOLE HAYES
Nothing Beats a Good Laugh
Runners are known for their great sense of humour , so it ’ s no surprise that the internet is full of running jokes and memes , and we love sharing a few that really tickled our funny bone ! – COMPILED BY SEAN FALCONER
Totalsports Summer Guide to Running
Check out all the latest running gear from Totalsports , including shoes , clothing , accessories , gadgets and nutritional products – everything you need for a great summer of running !
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