Modern Athlete Magazine Issue 159 June 2023 | Page 3

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ROAD RUNNING ( continued )

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Sport Man Says : The Winds of Change
After some years of South African road running being somewhat stuck in the doldrums , there is a new generation of athletes that look set to make their mark on the world stage . – BY MANFRED SEIDLER

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TRAIL RUNNING
Run Like a ( Badass ) Spartan
The second edition of the Spartan Baby Badass Ultra ( SBBU ) took place in Johannesburg at the end of April , with 37 runners once again setting out to keep running for 24 hours and cover either 100km or 100 miles – BY ROB RICCARDI
Ask Yourself Why … We Have So Many Marathons ?
There are a myriad of why ’ s that can be asked in athletics , so this month , let ’ s delve into why South African running clubs organise so many marathons , and why are they often tightly packed on the race calendar ? – BY NORRIE WILLIAMSON

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TRACK & FIELD
LIVE WELL

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Nontu ’ s Asian Adventure
Having recently finished second woman and fourth overall in the 160km Ultra Asia race in Vietnam , Nontuthuko Mgabhi is already planning her next challenge to raise money to benefit rural schoolchildren . – BY KARIEN JONCKHEERE and SEAN FALCONER
The Road to Budapest
All track and field roads lead to Hungary in August as the next instalment of the World Championships roll round again , but while some athletes have already qualified , many others are still looking for that qualifying time or distance . – BY MANFRED SEIDLER

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Training : Keep Firing in the Freeze
There are two ways to approach training in winter : Sleep the winter away , or toughen up , get out of bed and set your body up for a few spring PBs . – BY RAY ORCHISON
LIVE WELL ( continued )

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TRIED & TESTED

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RACE CALENDAR

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COOLING DOWN

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Mental Wellness : Rethink Compromise
Ask yourself this question : Are you trading authenticity for harmony ? It may be time for you to rethink compromise versus consideration . – BY GLEN ROSS
Nutrition : Superhero Vitamin
Mostly known for its flu-fighting properties , Vitamin C can also pack a punch and influence your physical performance , as well help you recover quicker . – BY ESMÉ MARÉ
Mental Wellbeing : Escaping the Toxicity
It is not uncommon for relationships to turn abusive and toxic over time . Here ’ s what to look for , and advice on getting out of a toxic relationship . – BY PAULA QUINSEE
More , Please !
Whether you think size matters or not , it sure makes a difference in running shoes , as I found out wear-testing the New Balance More Trail Fresh Foam X ( and the New Balance Fuelcell Propel v4 ). – BY RICHARD LASKEY
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 for June & July , 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
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EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Regulars : Carla Lea Farina , Glen Ross , Manfred Seidler , Nicole Hayes , Norrie Williamson , Paula Quinsee , Riël Hauman , Richard Laskey , Roxanne Martin , Sean Falconer , Stuart Mann , Tanya Huber , Zelda Botha Guest Writers : Delaine Cooles , Esmé Maré , Jacky MaClean , Karien Jonckheere , Nicole Hayes , Ray Orchison , Rob Riccardi
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