Modern Athlete Magazine Issue 52, November 2013

Race Report (My Experience) Into the Wild Wildcoast Wildrun, Kei Mouth To Hole In The Wall, 12-14 September Energy Gels The pleasant tasting Breakthru Energy Gel sachets are specifically designed to replenish energy stores whilst simultaneously nourishing muscle tissues and balancing electrolyte levels. • Breakthru Boost: Quick energy boost with corn syrup & cramp relieving electrolytes. • Breakthru Rush: Quick energy release with corn syrup; cramp relieving electrolytes and muscle repairing proteins. • Breakthru Jolt: Quick & slow release energy with fructose, glucose & maltodextrin; cramp relieving electrolytes and immune supporting glutamine. Cramping Breakthru Anti-Cramp are chewable, essential tissue salt tablets which assist in reducing cramps and spasms. The tablets assist in maintaining electrolyte and pH levels. Energy Liquid Breakthru Endurance Carb Energy Drink (concentrate) is formulated as a carbo loader and energy booster. Mixed into a water bottle it is ideal to build and restore energy before, during and after any sporting event. Pristine trails, making new friends and reliving childhood memories of the Wild Coast are enough to keep me coming back year after year! – BY MARTIN STEWART T Images: Courtesy Wildrunner Events Muscle Recovery Breakthru Sports Performance provides a choice of two advanced protein supplements formulated to nourish and restore damaged muscle tissue and so improve muscle recovery time. • Breakthru Recoup Amino Acid: Full complement of L-isomer amino acids. • Breakthru Protein Shake: The tasty shake provides 70% protein and 16.8% carbohydrate plus a combination of micro-nutrients. Also available: Creatine Caps he Wild Coast has always held a special place in my heart, as I have childhood memories of many wonderful holidays along this amazing coast. So when a close friend suggested in 2009 that I enter the inaugural Wildcoast Wildrun, I jumped at the chance. Here was an opportunity to combine two areas of my life I held so dear, the Wild Coast and running. Admittedly, until then, my running had been limited to the road and I had never taken part in a multi-day event, but the 2009 Wildcoast Wildrun literally blew me away! I have been very fortunate to take part in every Wildcoast Wildrun thus far and hopefully will continue to do so. The humbling privilege of being able to spend three days running along the most beautiful coastline in the world, and the incredible professionalism of the Wildrunner team in organising this amazing event, are two of the main reasons why I keep returning for my annual sabbatical. The Wildcoast Wildrun offers three uniquely different days of trail heaven, encompassing long open beaches, natural coastal forests and the Dwesa Nature Reserve, culminating in the most spectacular ?nish at the famed Hole-in-the-Wall. Each day holds its own treasures and the added bene?t of an unmarked course allows you to really enjoy the beauty of this coastline. Though not technical, it de?nitely has its challenges: The river crossings can be tricky, depending on the tides and the annual rainfalls, but for me, this adds to the Wildrun experience. Many a story is told over a beer about these river crossings! If running along unspoilt beaches, following game trails through thick coastal forests and spending evenings relaxing in hotels with that old yesteryear charm appeals to you, then the Wildcoast Wildrun is a must! Over the years, I have met some incredible people during this run, many of whom have become good friends. It is this combination that keeps bringing me back XX?YX\?[?H?[?\??\?H[?KH?[?H?X??Y?Z[??^YX\?B??]?Z[X?H???N?\?P?[K??[????\?XX?K[?\[?[?\?XX?Y\?[??[X?Y????\?[??]?Z[X?H?[?N?????]?X]????N??˜??[????\?XX?K????K???\??[[?[?K????B???X[ ??]?\??X?????Y\? JH??K[XZ[?]Y\?Y\???XZ??K????H8?(?[? ??LH ??L?8?(??????XZ??K????B???XZ??H???\???X[??B????XZ??T???????

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