Modern Athlete Magazine Issue 161 September 2023 | Page 3

CONTENTS
ROAD RUNNING ( continued )

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Tshwane Confirms SPAR Grand Prix Expectations
With her fourth consecutive win in the 2023 SPAR Grand Prix Series in Tshwane , two-time defending series champion Tadu Nare of Ethiopia wrapped up her third series win in a row .
LIVE WELL ( continued )

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Nutrition : Weight-loss Essentials
Now that spring is here , it ’ s not just our clothing layers we need to shed as the days get warmer , we also need to shed our excess winter weight . – BY ESMÉ MARÉ
C o l u m n
TRAIL

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Thrilling Adventure on Wheels & Feet
Well known trail runners Jock Green and Ryno Griesel embarked on the 9PeaksBike Challenge , conquering the highest peaks of South Africa ’ s provinces on both bikes and foot . – BY SEAN FALCONER with TERENCE VRUGTMAN
Trail ( Mis ) Adventures : Humbled by a Hidden Hill
My latest misadventure in the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens , on some of the most amazing ( but not easy ) trails , was all to do with my speed … or lack thereof . – BY CARLA LEA FARINA

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Mental Wellness : Is Perfection an Illusion ?
In our pursuit of personal growth and achievement , we often strive for perfection , but every action we take will always have imperfections . – BY GLEN ROSS
Body Science : Sleep Better to Run Better
Take note of these five reasons why catching more quality Z ’ s can make you a stronger , better runner . Now , go sleep on it …– BY SEAN FALCONER
Relationships : Playing the Blame Game
When we get stuck in the blame game , there can be no winning , only degrees of losing . Here ’ s how to spot the warning signs , and break the cycle . – BY PAULA QUINSEE
MULTISPORT

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Not a Taboo Subject … Period !
A photograph of triathlete Emma Browne-Pallant recently caused quite a stir , because it highlighted menstruation , something natural that is seldom spoken about in public , let alone celebrated . – BY SEAN FALCONER
RACE CALENDAR

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Racing Calendar News
We ’ re busy revamping our Race Calendar completely , with an exciting online version in the pipeline , but while you ‘ watch this space ,’ we can still give you a useful source of fixtures . – BY TEAM MODERN ATHLETE
LIVE WELL

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Training : Top 10 Training Tips
Spring has arrived , and it ’ s time to get back to full training after the winter hibernation , but first read these 10 essential training tips to help you attain your goals . – BY RAY ORCHISON
COOLING DOWN

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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 , Norrie Williamson , Paula Quinsee , Riël Hauman , Richard Laskey , Roxanne Martin , Sean Falconer , Stuart Mann Guest Writers : Esme Mare , Jacky MaClean , Juliana Ambrosi , Karien Jonkheere , Terence Vrugtman , World Athletics
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