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The Runner's World SA Website
The Runner's World SA Website
The Runner's World SA Website
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Key Marathon Training Tip from Running Experts
Key Marathon Training Tip from Running Experts
Before you download a training plan or circle a race date, experts explain the one prerequisite true beginners need to have.
Running Is Booming Again!
Running Is Booming Again!
Running is no longer a niche pursuit reserved for elite athletes and die-hard endurance junkies - it has become a global movement.
84-Year-Old is Oldest Runner in the Comrades Marathon Field
84-Year-Old is Oldest Runner in the Comrades Marathon Field
One of the most inspiring athletes on the Comrades start line will be Marosi Mosehla - the oldest runner in the field at 84 years of age.
Cape Town Marathon Becomes Africa's First Abbott World Majors
Cape Town Marathon Becomes Africa's First Abbott World Majors
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon has been confirmed as the first Abbott World Marathon Major to be held on African soil.
Three Ways To Calm Taper Anxiety
Three Ways To Calm Taper Anxiety
With just days to go until the iconic Comrades Marathon on Sunday, runners across the country should now be deep into their taper phase.
Recovery Runs to Race Day: HOKA Shoes Built for Every Session
Recovery Runs to Race Day: HOKA Shoes Built for Every Session
Having the right footwear becomes essential through every stage of marathon preparation - we help you find the right HOKA shoe for you.
Comrades Introduces New Start Plan and Cut-Off System %
Comrades Introduces New Start Plan and Cut-Off System %
Comrades Marathon announced a series of significant changes for 2026 including a new start plan and cut-off system.
Six Comrades Marathon Journeys That Will Touch Your Heart
Six Comrades Marathon Journeys That Will Touch Your Heart
Six runners are carrying something deeply personal with them into the Comrades Marathon - each with different stories and reasons.
The Power of Running Easy
The Power of Running Easy
Embracing slow, easy runs can feel counterintuitive. Can running at a relaxed pace really make you a stronger, faster runner?
Garmin's Latest Running Watches Offer Great Bang For Your Buck
Garmin's Latest Running Watches Offer Great Bang For Your Buck
Easy-to-use Garmin GPS running smartwatches are priced well, packed with features to help runners go the distance and reach their goals.
3 Nerve-Flossing Moves to Help Ease Common Pain Points
3 Nerve-Flossing Moves to Help Ease Common Pain Points
Nerve flossing is becoming an common topic in run clubs and on social media and physical therapists say it definitely can help runners.
The Best Runs to Do This June
The Best Runs to Do This June
June is one of the biggest months on our running calendar, bringing together iconic ultras, scenic road races and community favourites.
Clubbing: Meet the Crew from Tyrone Harriers
Clubbing: Meet the Crew from Tyrone Harriers
Tyrone Harriers is one of the only clubs I’ve ever been to where you don’t feel like you’re being assessed the second you arrive.
Fastest Marathon on African Soil as Marathon Records Shattered
Fastest Marathon on African Soil as Marathon Records Shattered
The Mother City turned on the charm for the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, as 27 000 runners crossed the start line in near-perfect conditions
Book tickets for Nike Celebration - 24 May 2026
Book tickets for Nike Celebration - 24 May 2026
Behind the Scenes of the Cape Town Marathon
Behind the Scenes of the Cape Town Marathon
As thousands take on the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, the scale of the operation behind the scenes is what truly powers the event.
Book tickets for Nike Shake Out Run - 21 May 2026
Book tickets for Nike Shake Out Run - 21 May 2026
Garmin's Latest Running Watches Offer Great Bang For Your Buck
Garmin's Latest Running Watches Offer Great Bang For Your Buck
Easy-to-use Garmin GPS running smartwatches are priced well, packed with features to help runners go the distance and reach their goals.
The Benefits of Shakeout Runs
The Benefits of Shakeout Runs
A shakeout run a day or two before a half or full marathon is a great way to prime your body for what’s to come.
Everything to Know About the Marathon Taper
Everything to Know About the Marathon Taper
Brooks Unveils the Ghost Trail for Everyday Adventure
Brooks Unveils the Ghost Trail for Everyday Adventure
Freaking Out About Injuries and Illness During the Marathon Taper?
Freaking Out About Injuries and Illness During the Marathon Taper?
Find the Shoe for You: adidas Helps Runners Find the Perfect Fit
Find the Shoe for You: adidas Helps Runners Find the Perfect Fit
Highest Qualification Rates for 99th Comrades Marathon
Highest Qualification Rates for 99th Comrades Marathon
One Step at a Time: Using Running to Manage Depression
One Step at a Time: Using Running to Manage Depression
Fuel Your Performance with Plusssz
Fuel Your Performance with Plusssz
Clubbing: Meet the Benchwarmers Runners Club
Clubbing: Meet the Benchwarmers Runners Club
Why a Run Might Be the Best Place to Cry
Why a Run Might Be the Best Place to Cry
How How Sabastian Sawe Fuelled his Sub-2 Marathon
How How Sabastian Sawe Fuelled his Sub-2 Marathon
The Shortest Comrades Up Run Is Here
The Shortest Comrades Up Run Is Here
What’s On: May Race Calendar
What’s On: May Race Calendar
Why Your Easy Run Feels Hard and How to Fix It
Why Your Easy Run Feels Hard and How to Fix It
SA Champs Silver Medalist Targets a Sub-29 Finish at 10K Series
SA Champs Silver Medalist Targets a Sub-29 Finish at 10K Series
Conquer the Trails with HOKA SPEEDGOAT 7
Conquer the Trails with HOKA SPEEDGOAT 7
Glenrose Xaba: South Africa's Record-Breaking Star
Glenrose Xaba: South Africa's Record-Breaking Star
Every Runner Hits a Breaking Point Midrace
Every Runner Hits a Breaking Point Midrace
7 Wins For Gerda, SA's Jantjies Shocks The Favourites
7 Wins For Gerda, SA's Jantjies Shocks The Favourites
Why Sleep Is Your Secret Training Weapon and How to Track It
Why Sleep Is Your Secret Training Weapon and How to Track It
Can Gerda Steyn Make it Seven Titles and Break Her Own Record
Can Gerda Steyn Make it Seven Titles and Break Her Own Record
Conquer the Trails with HOKA SPEEDGOAT 7
Conquer the Trails with HOKA SPEEDGOAT 7
Oceans of Wisdom: Perform At Your Best on Race Day
Oceans of Wisdom: Perform At Your Best on Race Day
Khonkhobe Targets Redemption at Two Oceans Ultra Marathon
Khonkhobe Targets Redemption at Two Oceans Ultra Marathon
Fuel, Recover, Perform with the Avo Advantage
Fuel, Recover, Perform with the Avo Advantage
April Race Season Hits Its Stride
April Race Season Hits Its Stride
The Real Cause of Marathon Fatigue Is Not What You Think
The Real Cause of Marathon Fatigue Is Not What You Think
Two Oceans is Around the Corner - Time to Nail Your Taper
Two Oceans is Around the Corner - Time to Nail Your Taper
Post-Run Mistakes Experts Want You to Avoid
Post-Run Mistakes Experts Want You to Avoid
ASICS Superblast 3: A Super Trainer for Comfort and High Mileage
ASICS Superblast 3: A Super Trainer for Comfort and High Mileage
Increasing Your Mileage: Watch for These Four Injury Risks
Increasing Your Mileage: Watch for These Four Injury Risks
Under Armour Launches Its Next-Generation Running Shoes
Under Armour Launches Its Next-Generation Running Shoes
Tesfay’s Debut Marathon Is Second-Fastest in Women’s History
Tesfay’s Debut Marathon Is Second-Fastest in Women’s History
South African Claims Victory at New York City Half Marathon
South African Claims Victory at New York City Half Marathon
Never Too Late: The Zimbabwean Runner's Late Start to Success
Never Too Late: The Zimbabwean Runner's Late Start to Success
ASICS Superblast 3: A Super Trainer for Comfort and High Mileage
ASICS Superblast 3: A Super Trainer for Comfort and High Mileage
New Balance Launches The Ellipse
New Balance Launches The Ellipse
Eliud Kipchoge to Race Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
Eliud Kipchoge to Race Sanlam Cape Town Marathon
Running Longer Changed My Relationship With Anxiety
Running Longer Changed My Relationship With Anxiety
Salomon Aero Glide 4 GRVL: From City Streets To Gravel Paths
Salomon Aero Glide 4 GRVL: From City Streets To Gravel Paths
Introducing HOKA's Lightest Super Shoe To Date
Introducing HOKA's Lightest Super Shoe To Date
Useful Mental Hacks To Get Me Out the Door
Useful Mental Hacks To Get Me Out the Door
Eleven Runners Chase Triple Blue Number Club Status
Eleven Runners Chase Triple Blue Number Club Status
Must Run Races in March
Must Run Races in March
Saucony Endorphin Azura: A Versatile Option for Everyday Training
Saucony Endorphin Azura: A Versatile Option for Everyday Training
Five Ways Runners Can Boost Immunity
Five Ways Runners Can Boost Immunity
Rhodes Quality Half Marathon
Rhodes Quality Half Marathon
Entries for UTCT Open Tomorrow: Here's What You Need To Know
Entries for UTCT Open Tomorrow: Here's What You Need To Know
Introducing HOKA's Lightest Super Shoe To Date
Introducing HOKA's Lightest Super Shoe To Date
Why Runners Will Love This Olympic Skier’s Historic Dominance
Why Runners Will Love This Olympic Skier’s Historic Dominance
How Running Became My Way Out of Addiction
How Running Became My Way Out of Addiction
The Best Race Shoes for 2026
The Best Race Shoes for 2026
No Finishers at Barkley Marathons as Brutal Weather Takes Its Toll
No Finishers at Barkley Marathons as Brutal Weather Takes Its Toll
Seven Continents in Seven Days Produces One Extraordinary Win
Seven Continents in Seven Days Produces One Extraordinary Win
Auto&General Xtri – South Africa’s premier cross triathlon!
Auto&General Xtri – South Africa’s premier cross triathlon!
Runners Make History at the World’s Highest Marathon
Runners Make History at the World’s Highest Marathon
Seven Power Fruits That Boost Performance
Seven Power Fruits That Boost Performance
Meet the New Brooks Glycerin Flex
Meet the New Brooks Glycerin Flex
2026 Looks Big for the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series
2026 Looks Big for the Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series
Why Running Feels Brutal After a Break
Why Running Feels Brutal After a Break
Why “What Was Your Time?” Isn’t the Point
Why “What Was Your Time?” Isn’t the Point
History Awaits at the World’s Highest Marathon
History Awaits at the World’s Highest Marathon
Science Suggests the World Majors Rethink Their Dates
Science Suggests the World Majors Rethink Their Dates
Mpumalanga’s Fastest Comrades Qualifier Is Back This February
Mpumalanga’s Fastest Comrades Qualifier Is Back This February
Stop Shaming Newbies for Running ‘5K Marathons’
Stop Shaming Newbies for Running ‘5K Marathons’
New Balance's Enhanced 1080 Offers Maximum Comfort
New Balance's Enhanced 1080 Offers Maximum Comfort
February’s Must-Run Races Around SA
February’s Must-Run Races Around SA
Take On Epic Adventures No Matter the Terrain
Take On Epic Adventures No Matter the Terrain
Take on the Fun and Challenge of Auto&General Xtri
Take on the Fun and Challenge of Auto&General Xtri
Lessons Learned from Running Multiple Marathons
Lessons Learned from Running Multiple Marathons
Two Oceans Increases Prize Money to R2.6-million
Two Oceans Increases Prize Money to R2.6-million
The Best Race Shoes for 2026
The Best Race Shoes for 2026
Mpumalanga’s Fastest Comrades Qualifier Is Back This February
Mpumalanga’s Fastest Comrades Qualifier Is Back This February
Training Advice Older Runners Recommend for Lasting Results
Training Advice Older Runners Recommend for Lasting Results
Brooks Refines Comfort with their New Glycerin Max 2
Brooks Refines Comfort with their New Glycerin Max 2
Home - HOKA HALF
Home - HOKA HALF
Stay Energised with Plusssz Electro-Sport and Plusssz Endurance
Stay Energised with Plusssz Electro-Sport and Plusssz Endurance
Home | The Ultimate Running Weight-Loss Plan
Home | The Ultimate Running Weight-Loss Plan
2026 Comrades Training Plans: Weeks 1-10 - Runner's World
2026 Comrades Training Plans: Weeks 1-10 - Runner's World
Take on the Fun and Challenge of Auto&General Xtri
Take on the Fun and Challenge of Auto&General Xtri
Is Your Salty Sports Drink Bad for Your Health?
Is Your Salty Sports Drink Bad for Your Health?
Running Fasted vs Fed: Should You Eat Before Your Morning Run?
Running Fasted vs Fed: Should You Eat Before Your Morning Run?
Common Mistakes People Make When Running for Weight Loss
Common Mistakes People Make When Running for Weight Loss
Getting Back Into Running? Don’t Let These Mistakes Derail You
Getting Back Into Running? Don’t Let These Mistakes Derail You
Six Tips on How to Run Consistently So It Becomes Routine
Six Tips on How to Run Consistently So It Becomes Routine
Improve your running form with these exercises
Improve your running form with these exercises
Support Meets Comfort In Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
Support Meets Comfort In Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25
How to Start a Run/Walk Programme
How to Start a Run/Walk Programme
Dealing With Burnout After a Busy Race Season
Dealing With Burnout After a Busy Race Season
Why Marathons Are So Emotional and How to Prepare
Why Marathons Are So Emotional and How to Prepare
Ten Training Tips to Boost Your Performance in 2026
Ten Training Tips to Boost Your Performance in 2026
The New ASICS GEL-NIMBUS™ 28: more comfort, less weight
The New ASICS GEL-NIMBUS™ 28: more comfort, less weight
Should You Focus on Quantity or Quality?
Should You Focus on Quantity or Quality?
Explore ultimate gift guide for runners
Explore ultimate gift guide for runners
Auto&General an official partner for LIV Golf South Africa
Auto&General an official partner for LIV Golf South Africa
Is Your Brain Holding You Back From Your Running Goals?
Is Your Brain Holding You Back From Your Running Goals?
Understand Your Body with Garmin's Venu 4 GPS Smartwatch
Understand Your Body with Garmin's Venu 4 GPS Smartwatch
Explore Salomon Aero Blaze 3 models
Explore Salomon Aero Blaze 3 models
Banned Athletes Suffer from Depression and Suicidal Thoughts
Banned Athletes Suffer from Depression and Suicidal Thoughts
Jack Black's Finish Line Brew Launched at RMB UTCT
Jack Black's Finish Line Brew Launched at RMB UTCT
Meet Two Oceans Marathon Winner Khoarahlane Seutloali
Meet Two Oceans Marathon Winner Khoarahlane Seutloali
High Drama at 2025 Ultra-trail Cape Town
High Drama at 2025 Ultra-trail Cape Town
Trail Runner Pardoned By Trump
Trail Runner Pardoned By Trump
Take On Any Trails With the adidas Terrex Agravic Collection
Take On Any Trails With the adidas Terrex Agravic Collection
Stay Energised with Plusssz Electro-Sport and Plusssz Endurance
Stay Energised with Plusssz Electro-Sport and Plusssz Endurance
A Quick and Easy Guide to Optimise Your Post-Run Nutrition Plan
A Quick and Easy Guide to Optimise Your Post-Run Nutrition Plan
What to Pack Before A Race
What to Pack Before A Race
Comrades 2026: Entrants by The Numbers
Comrades 2026: Entrants by The Numbers
Understand Your Body with Garmin's Venu 4 GPS Smartwatch
Understand Your Body with Garmin's Venu 4 GPS Smartwatch
The Nike Vomero Comes in 3 Different Styles. We Help You Decide
The Nike Vomero Comes in 3 Different Styles. We Help You Decide
If You're Sitting All Day You Should Stretch These Five Muscles
If You're Sitting All Day You Should Stretch These Five Muscles
Women's Record Smashed at New York City Marathon
Women's Record Smashed at New York City Marathon
Benson Kipruto Wins the 2025 New York City Marathon
Benson Kipruto Wins the 2025 New York City Marathon
My Mom Turned Her Life Around and Started Running
My Mom Turned Her Life Around and Started Running
Inside the Wildest Running Event
Inside the Wildest Running Event
“Bad” Running Habits You Shouldn't Get Rid Of
“Bad” Running Habits You Shouldn't Get Rid Of
Everything to Know About Electrolytes for Runners
Everything to Know About Electrolytes for Runners
Marathon World Record Holder Banned for Three Years
Marathon World Record Holder Banned for Three Years
How Effective Is Treadmill Running Versus Outside Running?
How Effective Is Treadmill Running Versus Outside Running?
226ERS — Fuel Your Sport
226ERS — Fuel Your Sport
Can You Make Up for Lost Training Time?
Can You Make Up for Lost Training Time?
Sanlam Offers Cancelled Marathon Entrants Another Chance
Sanlam Offers Cancelled Marathon Entrants Another Chance
Skechers Launches New Hands-Free 'Slip In' AERO Series
Skechers Launches New Hands-Free 'Slip In' AERO Series
Book tickets for Nike - 70 Bree Street
Book tickets for Nike - 70 Bree Street
When Midrace Fatigue Sets In Try This
When Midrace Fatigue Sets In Try This
It’s Cape Town Marathon Race Week
It’s Cape Town Marathon Race Week
Road Running Has Lost an Icon of the Sport
Road Running Has Lost an Icon of the Sport
Conquer the Iconic Jacaranda City Challenge
Conquer the Iconic Jacaranda City Challenge
Train smarter and go further with the HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Series
Train smarter and go further with the HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Series
How to Harness the Long-Run Mindset
How to Harness the Long-Run Mindset
A Backyard-Style 5km Made Me Fall Back in Love With Running
A Backyard-Style 5km Made Me Fall Back in Love With Running
Garmin Introduces the Index Sleep Monitor Band
Garmin Introduces the Index Sleep Monitor Band
I Couldn’t Have Run My First Marathon Without These Four Tips
I Couldn’t Have Run My First Marathon Without These Four Tips
Everything to Know About the Marathon Taper
Everything to Know About the Marathon Taper
Walmsley and Schide Dominate Trail Running World Championship
Walmsley and Schide Dominate Trail Running World Championship
The New HOKA MACH X 3 Hits the Sweet Spot
The New HOKA MACH X 3 Hits the Sweet Spot
The Fastest Shoes at World Championship Marathons
The Fastest Shoes at World Championship Marathons
Home - HOKA HALF
Home - HOKA HALF
Which adidas Shoe is Right For You?
Which adidas Shoe is Right For You?
ASICS Unveil The Tokyo Collection
ASICS Unveil The Tokyo Collection
The Two Oceans Marathon Confirmed for 2026
The Two Oceans Marathon Confirmed for 2026
Duplantis The Great! Top Stories After 3 Days of the Worlds
Duplantis The Great! Top Stories After 3 Days of the Worlds
Brooks Unleashes the Hyperion Max 3
Brooks Unleashes the Hyperion Max 3
Struggling With Your Long Runs?
Struggling With Your Long Runs?
Running Coaches’ Five Biggest Pet Peeves
Running Coaches’ Five Biggest Pet Peeves
Garmin – Go Time Events
Garmin – Go Time Events
Garmin Introduces the Index Sleep Monitor Band
Garmin Introduces the Index Sleep Monitor Band
ASICS Unveil The Tokyo Collection
ASICS Unveil The Tokyo Collection
Elite Athletes Confirmed for the Cape Town Marathon
Elite Athletes Confirmed for the Cape Town Marathon
Low Vitamin D Was the Culprit, and It’s Quite Common
Low Vitamin D Was the Culprit, and It’s Quite Common
Why So Many Of Us Have 'Runner Imposter Syndrome'
Why So Many Of Us Have 'Runner Imposter Syndrome'
A Practice Race Helps with Goals
A Practice Race Helps with Goals
Seychelles Nature Trail 2025: Running in Paradise
Seychelles Nature Trail 2025: Running in Paradise
A South African Broke 6 Hours for 100km - But It Won't Count
A South African Broke 6 Hours for 100km - But It Won't Count
The Benefits of Shakeout Runs
The Benefits of Shakeout Runs
The Mind-Boggling Stats Behind Leadville 100 Course Records
The Mind-Boggling Stats Behind Leadville 100 Course Records
Speed Workouts to Improve Your Race Performance
Speed Workouts to Improve Your Race Performance
31-Year-Old Leadville 100 Course Record Broken
31-Year-Old Leadville 100 Course Record Broken
Brooks' New Cascadia: Improved Protection and Comfort
Brooks' New Cascadia: Improved Protection and Comfort
Introducing the latest Garmin Forerunner 570 and 970
Introducing the latest Garmin Forerunner 570 and 970
A First for Africa and the Mother City
A First for Africa and the Mother City
How To Mimic The Way The Pros Run
How To Mimic The Way The Pros Run
How To Mimic The Way The Pros Run
How To Mimic The Way The Pros Run
Female Athletes to be Gene Tested Ahead of World Championships
Female Athletes to be Gene Tested Ahead of World Championships
Hoka Reveal Radical Changes to Latest Mafate 5
Hoka Reveal Radical Changes to Latest Mafate 5
Running Stairs Is the Secret to More Speed and Power
Running Stairs Is the Secret to More Speed and Power
ASICS' New Gel-Kayano 32: Dynamic Stability Meets Comfort
ASICS' New Gel-Kayano 32: Dynamic Stability Meets Comfort
The Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 - Speed You Can Count On
The Saucony Endorphin Speed 5 - Speed You Can Count On
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