Tag Archives: Run.

Why I love Running.

I started running at 15 years old. I turned 50 recently, so that calculated to 35 years of running. Here are some of the reasons I love running:

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The Mighty Psoas.

Your psoas muscle plays an incredibly important role. It is a hidden muscle tucked behind your abdomen and so it is a bit more difficult to envisage than other muscles that you can see and palpate. There are a number … Continue reading

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The Happy Blog.

Pharrell Williams sung about the topic in his happy song. Here is the chorus – Because I’m happy Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof Because I’m happy Clap along if you feel like happiness is … Continue reading

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Learning to Move and Play.

It’s Rugby World Cup time again, and two things come to mind: 1- A lot of my friends suddenly become armchair experts, and use Facebook as their prefered medium to publish their wise observations. 2- A quote that forms the … Continue reading

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Understanding your Dorsal Sling.

One of the most important force transmission systems that a runner uses, and should therefore understand,  is that of the Dorsal Sling. The sling connects the latissimus dorsi to the opposite gluteus maximus muscle. Imagine trying to start a lawnmower. … Continue reading

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I Love the Smell of Jasmine.

There are two fragrances that I particularly love. The smell of a braai, and the smell of jasmine. Here is why. Braais (Barbeques). I am a South African through and through, and so like so many of us, I have … Continue reading

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14 Excuses for you not to get Fit.

I don’t understand enough about the sport. Hey, I have written over 160 articles on things Swim-Bike-Run. You will find a lot of info on this blog. Failing that, google your question, or send me the question. I will do … Continue reading

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9 points to inspire you to get going.

If you are looking at running your first 5 k or marathon; read on. This is not aimed at elite athletes, this is aimed at people wanting to start something new in their lives. 1. Starting and stopping are always … Continue reading

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Understanding Fascia.

So, you have heard about fascia, the big question is, just what is it, and how does it impact you? You are held together by fascia. It holds each muscle, bone, nerve, blood vessel and organ in place. If you … Continue reading

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Why we do what we do. A look at motivation for excercise.

We have the privilege of meeting some wonderful people on a daily basis. Some are young, some old. Some are a little bit chubby, some skinny, some are fit, and some are not. What they all have in common is … Continue reading

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