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RUNNERS ’ MOUTHPIECE - DEBATES , OPINIONS AND SO MUCH MORE
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Coach Parry at your service
The amazing team at Coach Parry have been hard at work developing the ultimate podcast and webinar guide talking all things Totalsports Two Oceans . They are running other series aimed at all the major races SA has to offer , so get onto YouTube and follow their channel , or go to the page and see for yourself .
Cian ’ s Voice
Cian Oldknow has taken SA Running by storm with an incredible 2024 season culminating at the Paris Olympic Games . But who is Cian ? Exclusive to Modern Athlete we will be publishing Cian ’ s column , giving her a space to vent , motivate and more importantly give us some insight into what it takes to be at an elite level .
Rory on the Run
Labelled by himself as the “ unofficial Minister of Champions ” - we have all at some point had a good lag watching Rory ’ s insta reels , or his unique take on sport ( not just running , he seems to like the Sharks as well - it ’ s a Durban thing ). And now you get to laugh with Rory in our mag - every month , we know it almost seems too good to be true - but believe us , it ’ s true
The Great Debate
This is a section we at Modern Athlete are VERY excited about . There are those contentious topics that you are firmly on one side of , you either agree or disagree . We plan to bring a little spice to our mag every month by choosing one topic that we know will grab the attention of you , our reader , and spark some much-needed debate . We like to stir a little bit . This month ’ s topic “ You are only a real runner if you have run Comrades ” is going ruffle some feathers . Ashraf Orrie , Mr O , and Dennis Rehbock , The Foot Doctor , go head to head !
LIVE WELL
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Live Well , the TikTok Version
We all do it , look for quick tips and quick wins on social media , from how to strike the ground correctly , breathe right and sometimes just to motivate us to keep going . Our team has looked through reels from around the world and have found some pearlers , just for you .
Calling all Foodies
Do you have a million and one recipes saved on your social media that you never make because you can never find them ? We have found some easy must-makes just for you , and there is only one link you have to click on - this one .
The Core-Tastic Revolution
Jurgens Grobler is challenging all runners , do you want to take your running from meh to YEAH ? If your answer was a resounding yes , then get clicking as this is the ultimate guide to getting that core working properly for your running .
Balancing Training and Life
When training for a big race , you live , breathe and eat the preparation and often your life and family become a distant memory . We have all been there . But what happens when the event is done , you find life has moved on without you . Balance is key and Glen Ross has some solid advice on how to manage both , ultimately creating a happier and healthier you .
Protein Milk , the Magic Recovery Tool
In training , going hard is important but recovery is even more important , especially if you want to achieve your goals . Christene Peters has a secret weapon : High Protein Recovery Milk , and best of all , she is sharing her secret with you .
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