I am amazed by how much chatter the question of what are still considered ‘safe trails’ gets. All of a sudden people are experts on ‘the rules… Read more “The complete list of safe trails in Cape Town.”
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Scrambling 101
So what is this thing called scrambling? Basically it is the meeting ground between walking and rock climbing. Anything where you might need your hands, either for… Read more “Scrambling 101”
STFD
Unlike HTFU the above acronym does not have its own line of clothing, incorporated into The Rules or being throw about on your average coffee ride. You… Read more “STFD”
A Confession about Honesty
I had two conversations about training with people over the last few days. One was with a friend training for her first 10km, the other with someone… Read more “A Confession about Honesty”
Hohenhort 15km
I recognised the anxiety straight away The nervousness. The slight hurry in everybody’s step. The frantic darting looks for the loo. The anticipation. I was surprised to… Read more “Hohenhort 15km”
Ten Top Table Mountain Trail Runs #5 Contour Path
If you require a quick trail fix of under 1h and are CBD bound then this little gem is a good way to start (or end the… Read more “Ten Top Table Mountain Trail Runs #5 Contour Path”
Spring time is here.
This is the season for insurance. Somehow it always happens. Somehow despite previous experience I always get caught out. No other season is like it. Summer is… Read more “Spring time is here.”
Today is indeed another TUEsday*
This piece has been brewing in my head a while. I hoped it would go away during the Olympics. I watched only one race (can’t remember which… Read more “Today is indeed another TUEsday*”
Persistence
I started doing breathing exercises a few months ago. Every morning. First thing in the morning. To get my day started the right way. While everybody is… Read more “Persistence”
Leave No Trace
More and more blogs, vlogs, trail running camps and experts are popping up telling “newbies” how to do this trail running thing properly. How to walk uphill,… Read more “Leave No Trace”