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Essexwold 5K Walk or Run

Essexwold 5K Walk or Run in Bedfordview, Johannesburg – Join Our Social Walking Group

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Looking for a friendly, safe, and scenic 5K walk or run in Bedfordview, Johannesburg? Our Essexwold 5K Walk or Run is a regular social fitness event that brings together walkers, joggers, and runners of all fitness levels. Whether you’re starting your fitness journey or already active, our relaxed walking running group in Johannesburg is a […]

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Walk4Katia

Walk4Katia – KidsCan Cancer Foundation

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A meaningful day of movement, community, and giving back. Walk4Katia invites participants of all ages and fitness levels to lace up their sneakers in support of the KidsCan Cancer Foundation. Your entry is simple yet powerful: a donation of R120, which goes directly towards providing care, support, and resources for children and families affected by

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Power's 30th Comrades Ultramarathon

Power’s 30th Comrades Ultramarathon

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Intro 22,000 runners, 100,000+ friends, family and fans lining both sides of the road encouraging runners along the entire 89,98 km (55.91 miles) route from Pietermaritzburg to Durban. The Comrades Marathon consistently draws massive audiences, with millions tuning in for the broadcast. The Comrades is more than just a race; it is a significant part of

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HYROX - The Fitness Competition for Every Body

HYROX – The Fitness Competition for Every Body

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Intro – HYROX – The Fitness Competition for Every Body HYROX is a global fitness race format that combines running with functional workouts, held in large indoor venues. The race consists of eight 1km runs interspersed with eight different functional fitness stations. Athletes compete for time, and the race format is consistent globally, allowing for a global

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Lisbon’s Iconic SuperHalf Sold Out Months Prior to Event

Lisbon’s Iconic SuperHalf Sold Out Months Prior to Event

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The EDP Lisbon Half Marathon is renowned as the fastest half marathon in the world, annually attracting some 20,000 runners, including thousands of international athletes. As one of six prestigious races in the SuperHalfs international circuit, the EDP Lisbon Half Marathon partners with Berlin, Cardiff, Copenhagen, Prague and Valencia. This circuit unites six of the

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Rucking Yomping with Lorne - 12 Oct 2024

Rucking Yomping with Lorne – 12 Oct 2024

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A most enjoyable 8.0 km ruck yomp with Lorne. It was a hot day but pleasant walking in the shade along van Buuren. We did it in just over 90 minutes so that I could get the 300 Vitality pointsđź‘Ť. We paid a brief visit to Virgin Active Bedfordview. Kauai has reopened but on take

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Run for 75 Minutes a Week and Increase Longevity by 12 Years

Run for 75 Minutes a Week and Increase Longevity by 12 Years

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Running for just 75 minutes a week can help you increase longevity by 12 years. International Journal of Environmental Research & Public Health. The study looked specifically at telomeres, the structures at the end of chromosomes. As a general rule, the longer and more numerous telomeres are, the better your cellular health. As we age,

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The Number of Steps Needed to Stay Healthy

The Number of Steps Needed to Stay Healthy

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Intro – The Number of Steps Needed to Stay Healthy Good news if you struggle to get your 10,000 steps a day in – walking as few as 4,000 steps (about 2 miles or 3.2 Km) still reduces the risk of dying from any health-related cause. In addition, walking just 2,337 steps a day reduces the risk of

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Portugal - The World’s Longest Circular Walking Route

Portugal – The World’s Longest Circular Walking Route

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Intro – Portugal – The World’s Longest Circular Walking Route There are good reasons so many travelers flock to Portugal: it’s drenched in sun, tasty food, packed with culture and it’s fairly inexpensive, too.  Wellness Tourism – Portugal – The World’s Longest Circular Walking Route However, most of Portugal’s tourism is concentrated on the same destinations

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How to make Walking Workouts more Effective

How to make Walking Workouts more Effective

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If you’re ready to level-up your walking and add some extra oomph to each step, Bradee Felton, CPT, a certified personal trainer and holistic health coach recommends the following tips. Each one helps up the ante without pushing the pace to a run. Sources: Read the full Women’s Health article ‘Trainers Say To Do These

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