Modern Athlete Magazine Issue 170 July 2024 | Page 3

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The Speedsters of SPRINT
A new docuseries on Netflix offers a unique look behind the scenes of the world ’ s fastest sprinters , many of whom we will be watching in action at the upcoming Paris Olympics . – BY SEAN FALCONER with WORLD ATHLETICS
Sport Man Says : Time for Mind Games
The Olympic Games produce the best athletics , with drama , glory , upsets … and mind games . So , I cannot wait for Paris 2024 to begin . On your marks . Set . Let the mind games begin ! – BY MANFRED SEIDLER
Paris Bound !
Every athlete dreams of going to the Olympics , and in 2024 , that dream has become a reality for Miranda Coetzee , but she had some nervous moments before she could start packing her bags . – BY MANFRED SEIDLER
Asking the Question : A Tale of Two Sprinters
As a former Scottish immigrant to SA and keen follower of the Olympics , the film Chariots of Fire holds a special place in my heart … and we may just see something as special at the 2024 Paris Olympics ! – BY NORRIE WILLIAMSON
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CROSS-TRAINING
Mental Wellness : Rethink Compromise
Are you trading authenticity for harmony ? It may be time for you to rethink the question of compromise versus consideration , and you ’ ll see how this transformative approach can uplift your life . – BY GLEN ROSS
Leadership : Secrets to Success
If you ’ re a business owner or manager , there are various ways to ensure a good working environment and a productive , happy team . Here ’ s to building towards success and reaping the rewards . – BY ERIK VERMEULEN
Relationships : The Cohabitating Question
Are people moving away from marriage and more into cohabitating these days ? The latest Census stats certainly seem to think so , but does that mean marriage is no longer a priority for couples ? – BY PAULA QUINSEE
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Nutrition : The Veggie Runner
It ’ s possible for vegetarian athletes to perform well , to be healthy , and to have an injury risk no higher than other athletes , if you follow a planned diet containing the necessary nutrients that the body demands . – BY CHRISTINE PETERS
Training : The Heart of the Matter
Peripheral Heart Action ( PHA ) training is a highly effective , gym-based workout technique that long-distance runners can incorporate into their training regimen to enhance endurance and strength . – BY JURGENS GROBLER
Personal Safety : 5 Do ’ s of Personal Protection
In a life-or-death situation , these five essential things to do could be the difference between life and death . It ’ s a question of flight , fight or freeze , and doing the right thing . – BY MARK GROBBELAAR

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Build Your HYROX Engine
Last month we gave you a brief introduction to HYROX – the World Series of Fitness Racing – and this month we bring you an entry-level training programme to get you started with HYROX . – BY CAMERON CLEAVER
How ’ s the Weather ?
Running can be done all year round , but winter weather can make it harder to get out the front door . Fortunately , runners also have a great sense of humour about the weather , which really helps ! – COMPILED BY SEAN FALCONER
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