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IAU Executive World Championships Announcement
IAU EXECUTIVE COUNCIL29 SEPTEMBER 202150KM IAU CHAMPIONSHIP SOUTH AFRICA2023 IAU 50 km We are very pleased to announce that the 2023 IAU 50 km World Championships were granted to Port Elizabeth, South Africa. The Championships will take place on 28th May 2023 and they will be organized by Athletics South Africa, with the LOC, Sportsvendo …
Leon Swanepoel – Chief Executive Officer
Born and raised in Pretoria, Leon Swanepoel matriculated in 1975 and was honoured with the Victor Ludorum – for athletics. For the next 15 years, he gained extensive accountancy and administrative experience. The fields of service ranged from an apprenticeship to senior management level in government, local authorities, private sector and financial institutions. He held …
Sportsvendo CEO on “tough road ahead”
Leon Swanepoel thought he’d seen it all during his nearly 30 years of running Sportsvendo, a National Sports Event Management Company, but the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has seen events dry up, his company’s revenue fall through the floor, and he has no idea when large groups of runners will once again be allowed …
Release the Superhero within
In case you have not yet heard, the Justice League™ is coming to South Africa! We know it seems a little surprising, given that we’re still in lockdown and mass gatherings are not yet allowed. But fear not! Your favourite superheroes are more powerful than anything a pandemic can throw at us. That is why, …
The best qualities to look for an ideal running partner
Many runners like to have a running partner to keep them accountable and on track for achieving their next goal. Now is the time to start searching for that individual.Below is a list of questions to consider when selecting a running partner. It is also good to meet your new partner for a trial run …
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Spring running tips
A lot of runners tend to lose inspiration over the winter so here are some things you can do to help you get back in to that fitness routine. Running on the road is a little more challenging than running on a treadmill but in winter we all tend to aim towards the treadmill. Ramp up …
Ways to be a stronger better runner
When it comes to getting fitter and stronger as a runner, there are several key things to focus on – regular training, good nutrition, sleep and recovery. These are the fundamentals but lets take a deeper look in to some of the more technical aspects of becoming a better, stronger runner. Try to apply as many …
Common mistakes to avoid on long runs
A long run is truly the crux of all endurance running programs. Its what teaches your body to handel those long runs by focusing your mind and body. Here are a few simple steps to help you avoid making any common long running mistakes. Start off slow and dont bite off more than your body …
New Years running resolutions
The new year is apon us and its time to start thinking about this years running goals. These goals may be to loose weight, enhance your stamins or maybe finally participate in that marathin you have been training so hard for. Regardless of what your goals are, we know its not always easy to stick to …