Posted by admin On May - 2 - 2011
comrades_seconding_points

The Jeppe Comrades seconding tables will once again be taking place this year on the identical principals as in the past. These tables are there for EVERYONE, not just the fast runners but also the slower runners. It is important that you take advantage of them, as personal seconding at five points on the race is virtually impossible. Supplementing the Comrades water points is essential, as both fast and slow runners need to take in  [ Read More ]

Posted by admin On May - 2 - 2011
2011_two_oceans_marathon_results

Well done to the 2011 two oceans marathon participants. Below are the 2011 Two Oceans Marathon results. The results include both the 56 kilometre ultra race and the 21 kilometre half marathon. 56km Name Gender Ultras Halfs Race Race No Split 1 Split 2 Split 3 Split 4 Finish CARYN BAARD Female 2 Ultra 24090 03:14:31 04:59:30 06:02:23 06:47:14 CORNELIUS BAARD Male 3 Ultra 24089 02:58:29 04:32:47 05:27:09 06:08:22 ARTHUR BEEMING Male 10 Ultra 3880  [ Read More ]

Posted by admin On May - 2 - 2011
jeppe_awards

EVENT AWARD RECIPIENT Comrades First Man Home Arthur Beeming Comrades First Lady Home Claire Bosman Comrades Last Runner Home Jeremy Garden Comrades First Novice Abram Mabaso Comrades Individual Prediction Toni Hesp Comrades Gunga Din Award Joe Mthimuyne, Franco Ermacora & Dwight Thompson – THE BIG DOGS Comrades Run of the Day Eddy Ndhlovu Comrades Green Number Awards Franco Emarcoa
Marilyn Kamp Tri / Du Triathlete of the Year Clive Chowles Tri / Du Most Outstanding Tri  [ Read More ]

Posted by admin On May - 2 - 2011
exercise_Injuries_what_to_eat_to_heal_quicker

Let’s face it, being injured sucks! Especially if you’re a seasoned exerciser or competitive athlete.  And when you can’t get your daily fix of those delicious high-energy endorphis, you can be left feeling rather forlorn and somewhat frustrated! The standard treatment for injuries is R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compressions, Elevation), together with some physiotherapy or biokinetics.  However, there is an often neglected, but key aspect to helping your body heal fast: Nutrition! There are two primary areas where  [ Read More ]

Posted by admin On May - 2 - 2011
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A recent four year study done on 200 obese and overweight women by the University of Pittsburgh showed that exercising for at least 55 minutes, five days a week is an effective way to lose fat and maintain a 10 percent drop in weight.  This is particularly true of those individuals who are overweight, obese, or have medical conditions – such as high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, or diabetes – who need to normalise  [ Read More ]

Posted by admin On May - 2 - 2011

Making a lifestyle change in your nutrition (I hate the word “DIET”) can be overwhelming at first. The prospect of making this type of change in your eating habits can seem more difficult if you are a bit of a social butterfly. Never fear! Below are just a few “arguments” I’ve heard people make about why they find it difficult to stick with their decision to maintain a healthier eating lifestyle. Do you see yourself  [ Read More ]