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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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