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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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3 days ago6 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.
Active Living Active Living
Jun 154 min read
Catchup with Coach M - Edition 60 - Growth Starts With the Truth
Discover how honest self-evaluation, consistent movement, quality nutrition and accountability create momentum for lasting growth and goal achievement.
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May 275 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
Level up with Coach M - From Dabbling to Discipline
Struggling to lose weight or stay consistent? Discover why dabbling in fitness and nutrition is holding you back—and how real commitment creates lasting results.
Active Living Active Living
Apr 287 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.
Active Living Active Living
Apr 126 min read
Level Up with Coach M - The Truth About Consistency: Which Type of Athlete Are You?
Discover the 3 types of athletes and why consistency is the key to real progress. Learn how to stop starting over and build a sustainable fitness lifestyle.
Active Living Active Living
Mar 318 min read
Forkful of Facts - The Real Reason You Feel Tired, Bloated & Stuck
Feeling off, bloated, or low on energy? Your gut may be the reason. Learn how diet, fibre, colour-rich foods, protein, fats, and hydration can restore gut balance and reduce inflammation.
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Mar 2216 min read
The Strength Check-in - Edition 2 - Understanding Rep Ranges and Weight
Learn the difference between 5, 8, 12, and 15 rep strength training ranges and how to choose the right weight. Discover why the 8–12 rep range is ideal for endurance athletes to build strength, improve performance, and reduce injury risk.
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Mar 85 min read
Endurance 101 - Edition 13 - Building a Bigger Engine for Real Endurance
“Learn how to train smarter using heart rate zones and the HRR/Karvonen method. Build endurance, run longer, and improve speed without overtraining. Includes Garmin & Training Peaks setup, RPE guide, and zone tips for runners.”
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Feb 227 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
Level UP with Coach M - Edition 5 - SMART Goals Are Great — But Only If They’re Sustainable
Set sustainable SMART goals for weight loss and muscle building that fit real life. Learn how to eat better, sleep better, and build routines that last.
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Jan 114 min read
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