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CLUB
The MODERN ATHLETE CLUB is for runners of all abilities, so sign up today.
Whether you are just starting out or looking to take your running to the next level, and if you want the enjoyment and camaraderie that comes with being a part of a club, then the Modern Athlete Club is for you. Our club operates largely in a virtual environment, but it has a real presence at events and through club functions.
Currently the Modern Athlete Club is active in the Central Gauteng( CGA) and Gauteng North( AGN) running provinces.
Images: Courtesy Jeannie Jordaan
By joining the Modern Athlete Club, you will also qualify for a number of extra benefits:
• ASA Provincial License – a license is required for all races in South Africa, and you need a permanent license to compete in any event of marathon distance or longer.
• Generic training programmes for 5km, 10km and 21km.
• Free entry to the Modern Athlete Chill Zones at partnered events and races, taking your race day hospitality to a whole new level!
• Free entry to selected races.
• Free 1-year subscription to Modern Athlete magazine, including home delivery – get your favourite mag delivered to your door each month.
• 20 % Discount on TomTom devices.
MEET THE MEMBERS
Name: William Elliott | Age: 38 | From: Primrose, Johannesburg
HOW DID YOU GET INTO RUNNING?
It all started in November 2015 when a running friend dared me to start running and told me that I could not do it. That sparked me into gear to get off the couch and to prove to him( and myself) that I could do it. It started slowly, as I had never run prior to that, but I did my first half marathon at Dis-Chem 2016.
HOW DO YOU STAY MOTIVATED?
I look at the way my body has changed over the last year-plus as well as the health benefits it holds for me. Entering for different races also gives me something to look forward to on weekends, like trying to beat my PBs, and obviously the biggest motivating factor is crossing the line and taking my hard-earned medal home.
WHO IS YOUR GREATEST INSPIRATION?
The Lord that gives me the opportunity to be able to run. Another great inspiration is my wife Liezel – we started running together and she has been with me every step of the way … although she is about 20 minutes faster every race! Another special mention must also go to coach Jeannie Jordaan and the 9to5 Challenge that we did. She really opened our eyes as to what running is all about.
JOIN THE MODERN ATHLETE CLUB!
To sign up or get more info, go to www. modernathlete. co. za / page / the-modernathlete-club or mail info @ modernathlete. co. za.
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