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Catch up with Coach M - Edition 65 - Lasting Results
Most people don't fail because of lack of knowledge—they fail because of inconsistency. Learn the science behind lasting fitness results and what actually works.
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Jul 74 min read
Catchup with Coach M - Edition 64 - Art of Mastery
Most people misunderstand mastery. It’s not 10,000 hours—it’s consistent, deliberate practice over time in fitness, business, and life.
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Jun 285 min read
Catch up with Coach M - Edition 63 - Choosing Perspective
A diagnosis changes more than your health—it changes how you see life. Living with inflammatory bowel disease and later facing cancer taught me that resilience isn't about avoiding struggle; it's about choosing how you respond. This is my story of perspective, movement, gratitude and why remission isn't the finish line, but the beginning of a lifelong commitment to caring for the body that carried me through.
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Jun 216 min read
Catch Up with Coach M - Edition 62 - Compound interest
The greatest results in health and fitness don't come from quick fixes. They come from the power of compound interest—small, consistent actions repeated over time. Inspired by the Comrades Marathon, Coach M explores why consistency, patience and smart training always outperform the latest fitness fads.
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Jun 154 min read
Catchup with Coach M - Edition 61 - Fitness Consistency & Adherence for Long-Term Health
Discover how fitness consistency and adherence to sustainable fitness habits, training fundamentals, nutrition basics, sleep recovery, and daily movement can transform your long-term health and performance. Build lasting results through simple, repeatable actions.
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Jun 710 min read
Endurance 101 - From Storms to Finish Lines
Endurance running teaches more than physical strength. Discover how mindset, consistency, discipline, and long-term thinking shape success in running, recovery, health, and life.
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May 77 min read
Catch up with Coach M - Edition 59 - Mental Battles
Struggling with consistency? Learn how to overcome self-negotiation, build discipline, and stay committed—real lessons from Two Oceans Marathon weekend.
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Apr 126 min read
Endurance 101: Zone 2 - Trusting the process
Learn how Zone 2 running builds endurance, strengthens the heart, improves pace, and why heart rate spikes happen during warm-ups and interval training.
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Mar 159 min read
Catchup with Coach M - Edition 58 - When You’re Forced to Start Again: Protecting Momentum After Rock Bottom
Starting over after illness or setbacks is hard. Learn how building daily momentum through small habits rebuilds strength, fitness, and purposeful living.
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Mar 27 min read
Catchup With Coach M - Edition 57 - Exercise, Training, and Why I Show Up Every Day
What’s the real difference between exercise and training? A straight-talk look at daily training, intention, and long-term progress.
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Jan 254 min read
Year-End Reflection: A Year I Never Saw Coming (But Wouldn’t Change)
Sitting here this morning, coffee in hand, I’m reflecting on 2025 — and honestly, when I started this year, I never could have imagined what it would bring.This year came with its fair share of downs… but it also gifted me the enormous privilege of walking alongside so many people on their journeys. Some were hard. Some were lighter. Some were messy, emotional, uncomfortable, joyful — and every single one mattered.Each person showed up with their own story.
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Dec 15, 20253 min read
November Round-Up: Races, Workouts, Radiation & a Ridiculous Amount of Gratitude
"Join me on my November running adventures in Cape Town, from the scenic Landmarks Half Marathon to the Grape Run through historic wine farms, Cape Prestige Trail series at Doolhof, and the challenging Winelands Half. Celebrating movement, gratitude, and resilience while raising funds for the Red Cross Children’s Hospital."
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Dec 7, 20257 min read
Catch up With Coach M - Edition 56 - Healing, movement and Showing up
In this month’s Catchup, Coach M shares her powerful journey of movement, recovery, and resilience. After a breast cancer diagnosis and earlier major surgery in 2021, she learned that healing isn’t about perfection — it’s about presence. From walking hospital hallways to completing half-marathons, Coach M proves that discipline and daily intentional movement are what truly heal body and mind. She reminds athletes and everyday movers alike that life will interrupt training, bu
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Nov 9, 20256 min read
Catchup with Coach M - Edition 55 - The Art of Coming Back
Join me on my journey of breast cancer recovery and rebuilding strength after surgery. Discover emotional insights, practical training tips, and motivation for every athlete facing setbacks.
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Oct 12, 20255 min read
Catch up with Coach M - Edition 52 - 365 Days of Intentional Movement
This past year, I achieved something I’ve dreamed about for years: 365 consecutive days of intentional movement. Not out of obligation—but out of gratitude for a healthy, injury-free body.
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Aug 3, 20256 min read
Catch up with Coach M - Edition 51 - The Real Path to Progression
Discover how to train smarter — not just harder — with heart rate-based endurance training, strength for performance, and swimming techniques that build confidence. Learn why green zone training builds fuel efficiency, when to push into the red zone, and how progression runs, structured swim sessions, and strength workouts drive long-term gains. Plus, read Coach M’s real-life training week, complete with lessons from the trails and race-day takeaways.
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Jul 27, 202510 min read
Catch up with Coach M - Edition 50 - You are just getting started!
Welcome to edition 50! In this blog, I share a personal training reset, client strength-to-cardio progress, and tips on building consistency, fueling properly, and training with intention. Ideal for those navigating injury, menopause, or rebuilding fitness at any stage.
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Jul 20, 202511 min read
Catch up with Coach M - Edition 49 - "De-loads & Digestion: The Overlooked Power Duo in Performance"
Explore why deload weeks and gut health matter for your immunity, performance, and overall wellbeing. Learn how rest, smart nutrition, and gut-friendly habits can boost your energy, recovery, and results.
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Jul 13, 20258 min read
RACE REPORT - Houtkapper Trail Run 2025 - Rheendendal
Discover the magic of the Houtkapper Trail Run in Knysna! From moss-covered bridges to towering trees and a journey through Daleen Matthee's literary legacy, this race offers an unforgettable experience for trail runners.
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Jul 8, 20258 min read
Catch Up with Coach M - Edition 48 - 1 Year of the new Activeliving4all Coaching: Recovery, Resilience & Real-Life Fitness
Discover the powerful journey behind the rebranded Activeliving4all Coaching & Nutrition. From injury and rehab to strength, mindset, and daily movement — this 1-year milestone blog shares real-life wellness, honest fitness lessons, and why progress is more than just the highlight reel.
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Jul 6, 20258 min read
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