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Endurance 101 - Edition 12 - Endurance Principles for a New Era
The 2026 endurance calendar in South Africa represents a major shift for runners and multisport athletes. With Ironman, Two Oceans, Cape Town Marathon, and Comrades all falling within the first half of the year, athletes must return to proven endurance training principles—consistency, balance, and disciplined execution—to perform well and stay healthy.
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Endurance 101 - Edition 11 - Rest, Fuel & Adaptation
Discover the science behind rest, deload weeks, and fueling for endurance sports. Learn how proper recovery and nutrition boost performance, prevent injury, and improve adaptation.
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Nov 23, 20255 min read
Endurance 101 - Week 10 - How to Pivot, Refocus, and Carry On
When your marathon or race gets cancelled after months of training, it can be crushing. Here’s how to deal with race cancellation, stay motivated, and pivot your training to keep your momentum strong.
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Oct 25, 20255 min read
Endurance 101 - Week 9 - The Science of Proper Running Shoes
“Discover how to choose the right running shoes for your foot type, foot strike, and pronation. Learn the benefits of shoe rotation, proper fit, and injury prevention tips for safe, comfortable running.”
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Oct 5, 20259 min read
Endurance 101 - Week 8 - Your First Marathon:
“Running your first marathon? Discover beginner-friendly training tips, pacing, nutrition, mindset, and race-day prep to finish your 42.2km strong!”
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Sep 14, 20254 min read
Endurance 101 - Week 7 - Endurance Sports Types and Benefits
🏁 Endurance Sports: The Ultimate Guide to Going the (Really) Long Way AroundDiscover how to build stamina, strength, and serious bragging rights — whether you're pounding the pavement, swimming with the fishes, or flying down trails on two wheels.🔥 Let’s Talk Endurance (Yes, You’ve Got It in You)Endurance sports often sound intimidating — like something reserved for those wiry ultrarunners who seem to live on gels and good vibes.
But here's the truth: endurance isn't just
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Sep 7, 20255 min read
Endurance 101 - Week 6 - 💪 Why Runners Need Strength Training
Discover why strength training is essential for runners. Improve running economy, prevent injuries, build mental toughness, and finish stronger with 2–3 weekly sessions. Home, gym, and bodyweight options included.
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Aug 31, 20253 min read
Endurance 101 - Week 5 - 🏃♀️ Treadmill vs. Road vs. Trail
Discover the pros & cons of treadmill, road & trail running. Learn how to mix them for strength, endurance & Cape Town Marathon prep.
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Aug 23, 20255 min read
Endurance 101 - Week 4 - FUELLING 101
Learn how to fuel for marathons, cycling, and ultras with carbs & electrolytes. Includes real-food options, race-day tables, and pro tips.
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Aug 12, 20255 min read
Endurance 101 - Week 3 - 🏃♂️ Run Types Explained
Learn the purpose, pace, heart rate zones, and common mistakes of every key run type—long runs, tempo, intervals, recovery, and more. Train smarter, avoid injury, and get faster with targeted running workouts based on your 5K pace and effort levels.
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Jul 29, 20254 min read
Endurance 101 - Week 2 - 🏃♀️ The Complete Guide to Training Zones
Learn how to train smarter with pace and heart rate zones.
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Jul 21, 20254 min read
Endurance 101 - Week 1 - Walk Breaks Aren’t Cheating — They’re Strategy
Think walk breaks are cheating? Think again. Discover how strategic walk-run intervals improve endurance, reduce injury, and help you run smarter — whether you're training for your first 5K or your next marathon.
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Jul 10, 20255 min read
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