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'The other one I use to keep me pain free it's called THRESHHold Real MSM' - #Ashinthwela Mr. 1500km
Ever wondered how to run 1500km in 31 consecutive days and 105 kilometre on the last day without getting injured? Well Maphuthi Monyamane...
Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 21, 20212 min read
'It shows progress' - Mashele after new 21km PB as he looks ahead to Absa DURBAN 10K CITYRUN
Even though he didn't achieve his goal of winning the race, Precious Mashele is satisfied with his performance because it shows...
Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 20, 20212 min read
'I have done enough to draw other international race organizers' attention' - Mathanga after 21km PB
Mbuleli Mathanga continued his scintillating form this year when he held his own against a mouthwatering field to take third position at...
Thathe Msimango
Oct 19, 20212 min read
Nontuthuko Mghabi runs 250km desert race and raises R720k for rural KZN school
South African social runner and adventurer Nontuthuko Mgabhi completed the ten day Des Sables Marathon in the Moroccan desert despite...
Thathe Msimango
Oct 18, 20213 min read
'It's very nice to see young guys coming through' - Mokoka as he wins Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
Stephen Mokoka underlined his status the best South African distance runner of his generation when he cruised to victory in yesterday's...
Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 18, 20212 min read
'The journey was hard but I’ve learned a lot. I sleep well these days' - Ramaala nominated for GSA
“I think I’ve figured it out!” Exclaimed the Entsika Athletic Club coach during an interview with #TheTopRunner. Hendrik Ramaala was...
Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 16, 20213 min read
'Running is a good vehicle for Unity' - The Blanche Moila story
While most of the focus will be at the sharp end of the field, expect a roaring round of virtual applause when three icons of South...
Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 15, 20217 min read
'I would love to run a 2:15' - Mzazi aims for new PB at Cape Town Marathon
GLADWIN MZAZI believes it is about time he improved on his marathon Personal Best (PB) and he is looking to do just that at the Sanlam...
Matshelane Mamabolo
Oct 14, 20212 min read
Mabhida backs Mfunzi to do well at the Cape Town Marathon
South African long distance runner Ntombesintu Mfunzi is eyeing a new personal best over the marathon distance when she lines up for...
Thathe Msimango
Oct 13, 20212 min read
ABSA return to athletics because they want a sport that's about 'participation'
ABSA's decision to return to athletics has injected optimism into a sport that has been one of the hardest hit by the Covid-19 lockdown....
Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 12, 20213 min read
Mthembu and Chaumeton shine at USSA Cross Country Champs
South African middle distance runner Pakiso Mthembu ripped apart a strong field to be crowned University Sports South Africa (USSA) Cross...
Thathe Msimango
Oct 11, 20212 min read
The runner's runner - The Johnny Halberstadt story
To beat Johnny Halberstadt on the 18th of April 1981, you had to be willing to die trying. No one was, so no one did. Halberstadt stopped...
Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 8, 20217 min read
Mokoka ready for Cape Town Marathon
South African long-distance ace Stephen Mokoka will run his first marathon since he competed in the Tokyo Olympics in August. Mokoka, who...
Thathe Msimango
Oct 7, 20212 min read
"I kissed her and told her I love her" - Nare says Larkin motivates her
While many in South African running circles are familiar with Deidre Larkin, the septuagenarian's inspiring story is now reaching further...
Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 6, 20212 min read
Michelle Damand runs 63,3km in 3 days to raise funds for breast cancer
"I love everything about running, but mostly the fact that it is my time. The time I use to invest in myself. I do some of my best...
Mosibodi Whitehead
Oct 4, 20212 min read
Mbambani hits back at organisers of 50km World Champs in Gqeberha saying EPA know nothing about it
On Wednesday the International Association of Ultrarunners (IAU) announced that 2023 IAU 50km World Championships will take place in...
Thathe Msimango
Oct 1, 20212 min read
'I have never raced a marathon on home soil. It feels like I'm finally coming home' - Gerda Steyn
South African running sensation Gerda Steyn will line up for her first-ever Marathon on home soil when taking part in the Sanlam Cape...
Thathe Msimango
Sep 30, 20212 min read
Shabangu shines at Twizza Super School Series
"I just want to tell people not to give up," were Banele Shabangu's words moments after scorching to a commanding 11.67 to win the Girls...
Mosibodi Whitehead
Sep 30, 20212 min read
Comrades Marathon likely to take place in August 2022
As mass participation athletics events return to Europe, many South Africans have been left asking if iconic ultra marathons which...
Mosibodi Whitehead
Sep 29, 20212 min read
Mgabhi to complete 10-day 250km desert race to build school toilets in rural KZN
South African long distance runner Nontuthuko Mgabhi will take part in the des Sables Marathon in Morocco to raise funds to build school...
Thathe Msimango
Sep 29, 20212 min read
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