by Kyalami Running Club | Feb 1, 2018 | Running, Tips
So your New Years resolution was to loose wight or to start getting fit. First thought gym, cycling or maybe running. Well here are some ideas on why running can be a great idea for getting fit and loosing weight. You loose the weight You just have to do 30 minutes of...
by Kyalami Running Club | Nov 1, 2017 | Running, Tips
If you are a runner its a bad word as it means you need to either stop running or do less running……. The dictionary version – gradually lessen Runners terms – reduction of exercise before a competition Why do I need to Taper? Tapering is...
by Kyalami Running Club | Sep 6, 2017 | Healthy Living, Running
Ok, so winter is finally over and we are all so happy. You look in the mirror and dont really like what you are seeing. Way too many unhealthy dinners and eating too much. Your reasons behind eating so much is very valid, we all know how cold winter was:) Now what do...
by Kyalami Running Club | Jul 31, 2017 | Good 4 Me, Running
I’m sure this is a question that allot of people have asked themselves or other runners. Running clubs offer coaching, comraderie and can help you reach your running goals. They could also help you just get out of bed and onto the road:) Joining the right...
by Kyalami Running Club | Jul 6, 2017 | Running, Tips
This is a question many seasoned runners get all the time. How do you do that? How can I start running? My best advise, go put your shoes on and get out the door………that is probably the hardest part of it. You can make so many excuses not to do it,...
by Kyalami Running Club | May 2, 2017 | Running, Tips
It’s that time of the year already we need to start tapering for Comrades. I know it sounds like a bad word Tapering. You should have done your last long run and now you should try not to do more than 4 hours on the road a day (no not every day) maybe once in a...
by Kyalami Running Club | Apr 24, 2017 | Running
I must confess, I also love these Energy Balls as a pre-run or pre-workout snack… This can become quite a debated topic – but what to snack on before a run or workout..?! I avoid the those gels, as they’re just filled with sugar and make my tummy feel...
by Kyalami Running Club | Apr 18, 2017 | Running
Ultras aren’t easy. But with good information, they’re manageable and totally rewarding when you complete one. And I am talking about just completing it, not racing it. There’s a big difference, and I would recommend anyone attempting their first to work on being...
by Kyalami Running Club | Mar 29, 2017 | Running
What a great article from runnersworld.co.za about Caroline. For those of you doing the World’s Most Beautiful Ultra take your time to read through the article. Handle the hills at the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon and finish strong this year with the insight...
by Kyalami Running Club | Feb 9, 2017 | Running
For new runners this is a tough question & for experienced runners its just as hard to answer. Depending on your fitness level and goals, the following advice can help. If you’ve never run before, and don’t have much experience recently with other...
