Runner's World South Africa

Runner's World is internationally respected as the leading authority on the sport. It provides the runner and health enthusiast with expert advice on training, motivation, nutrition, injuries and equipment. It also contains race calendars and reports. Runner's World is enjoyed by dedicated runners and other athletes who use running to enhance their fitness. The articles contain information on the latest events and discover the stars and personalities behind the scenes. The magazine provides advice from the best coaches, and exercise programmes focused on any level.

Runner's World South Africa

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Better With Age • Experienced runners ‘move better’, says study.

Firm Foundations • Lower-body strength deteriorates naturally after 40. Fight the decline with these four leg moves.

Pro Then Go • Yes, you can eat protein pre-run

Cough Medicine • Everything you need to know about ‘runner’s cough’ and how to fix it.

How Comrades Quietly Ruined the 5K

Quiet Wins • Running progress doesn’t always shout – here are five small but meaningful signs that you’re getting better.

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Are You Under-Fuelled? • Why tired legs, poor recovery and low mood could all point to the same problem.

Fix Muscle Imbalances • Perfect symmetry means fewer injuries and more efficient running – p32.

Good Effort • Why older runners should ditch the stopwatch and train by feel instead.

Perfect Symmetry • How to identify and fix muscle imbalances for fewer injuries and more efficient running.

6 Exercises To Test For Muscle Imbalances • Record yourself doing these exercises, then look for the clues mentioned below that point to muscle imbalances.

6 Strength Exercises To Fix Muscle Imbalances • Perform the indicated reps of each exercise below. Rest for 1 min at the end of the circuit. Do the full circuit a total of 3 times.

WE’VE GOT YOU RECOVERED • Getting the protein your muscles need doesn’t have to be hard work. Let nutritionist Dr Rupy Aujla show you how to replenish, recover and rebuild – with minimal faff and maximum taste.

How – and Why – I Adopted a ‘Train Harder, Not Smarter’ Approach

The Underrated Tool That Took My Running to the Next Level

King George The First • In only his second attempt at the Comrades Marathon, George Kusche destroyed the competition and set a new record. This is his remarkable story.

LOST & FOUND • Having always relied on running to help her through tough times, Lisa Jackson lost her mojo when she needed it most. The RW columnist shares her journey through grief, how she finally managed to fall back in love with running, and how you, too, can reignite the spark.

ARE YOU FIT FOR YOUR AGE? • All-round athleticism is key to maximising running performance and enjoyment, whatever your age. Tom Craggs takes you through a complete holistic fitness assessment, to ID your strengths and weaknesses and ensure you’re in for the long run.

The Great Hop Forward • In Belgium, even marathon running involves beer. But for a hardcore South African, Liège’s Beer Lovers' Marathon is no ordinary test of endurance.

HOW TO TRAIN A UNNER’S HEART • ♥ Your heart is the most important muscle in your body. Treat it right, for a lifetime of strong running.

THIS IS YOUR HEART ON RUNNING

MEASURE WHAT REALLY MATTERS

WHAT TO FEED YOUR HEART

CAN’T RELAX? SAME. TRY THIS.

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