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Mr O – Ramadan Night Runs
21 February 2025 — Night runs start at 9.45pmAfternoon runs start after ASR prayersSunday afternoon 2 March: 8km . From Sports Science Centre, NewlandsMonday 3 March: 8km + 12km . From Access Park Food Truck Village [ special menu to follow for post run treats ]Wednesday …… read more
The Great Debate – You have to run Comrades to be considered a ‘real runner’
19 February 2025 — It is a common conception in the South African running scene that you cannot be considered a real runner until you have completed the ultimate human race, the Comrades Marathon. We look at the debate both for and against, and leave you to decide.… read more
What’s Your Excuse?
19 February 2025 — Losing your leg is a devastating loss, losing it because of a disease that has plagued you your whole life at the age of 23, is something many would not come back from. But Erin Lazarus is not anybody, she has overcome every obstacle in her path and wi …… read more
Cian’s Voice – We All Start Somewhere
19 February 2025 — Cian Oldknow has taken SA Running by storm with an incredible 2024 season culminating at the Paris Olympic Games. But who is Cian? Exclusive to Modern Athlete we will be publishing Cian’s column, giving her a space to vent, motivate and more importantl …… read more
Gloot Sets Its Sights on Global Growth in 2025
18 February 2025 — As 2025 kicks off, Gloot—one of South Africa’s fastest-growing health, wellness, and beauty brands—is gearing up for another exciting year of expansion, innovation, and community-driven success. After a record-breaking 2024, which saw phenomenal sales, …… read more
Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES unveils R1.6M Prize Purse and groundbreaking SA Athlete Incentives for 2025
18 February 2025 — The Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES, South Africa’s premier road running series, is raising the stakes for 2025 with a massive combined prize purse of R1 610 000.00 and groundbreaking incentives designed to inspire top performances from SA athletes. Since la …… read more
Nedbank Running Club’s Top Contenders for the 2025 Pirates 21K Powered by Medshield
13 February 2025 — The 2025 Pirates 21K Powered by Medshield, nicknamed Joburg’s toughest half, has attracted some of the best runners that Nedbank Running Club has to offer. Offering excellent preparation for the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon later this year, the clim …… read more
Nedbank Gravel Burn: A New Era For Gravel Racing
12 February 2025 — Gravel Burn is thrilled to welcome Nedbank as its Title Sponsor, marking the start of an exciting new chapter for the seven-day, 850km stage race—now officially known as Nedbank Gravel Burn. Set to take place from 26 October to 1 November 2025, this ep …… read more
Celebrate 10 incredible years of the Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES in Cape Town – entries are open!
11 February 2025 — The Absa RUN YOUR CITY SERIES is turning 10! A decade of road running excellence calls for a celebration, and what better way to mark the occasion than with the 2025 Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K? Entries are officially open for this iconic race, ha …… read more
ForeverRun NITRO™ 2 Hits the Streets!
10 February 2025 — 2 minutes read time.… read more