Runner's World SA Magazine - March/April 2022

In this issue

Run Your Best Half Marathon / How Dom Scott ran into the record books / Race Day Gear Upgrade / Can you breathe yourself fitter? / PLUS all the best training and motivational advice from the world's best coaches

Lesotho Loop, Lesotho

Rave run

2 mins

Avo Load of That!

Avocado can aid your gut health.

1 min

Mind Power

Break Through Mental Barriers to Make Longer Efforts Easier.

5 mins

The Performance Benefits of Caffeine

Forget the coffee-fixated hipster image; science says caffeine really work for runners.

5 mins

Your Running Reset

Injury? Motivation dip? Or just want to shake things up? Resetting running habits can reap big rewards: try this -injury-proofing workout - and a blueprint for a perfect race.

10 mins

Coach Parry's - 11 Rules of Half Marathon Running

Training for your first (or best) half marathon requires commitment - and a plan. The first bit is up to you; but we've asked Pretoria-based running coach Lindsey Parry - aka Coach Parry - to lay down the plan.

8 mins

Dom-inate!

US-based South African Dom Scott-Efurd not only ran the second-fastest-ever half marathon by a South African, she also established a new 20km SA record (in only her second half-marathon attempt!). This is what she learnt - and how it can help you in your next 21.1.

4 mins

Can You Breathe Yourself Fitter?

Research suggests changing how we inhale and exhale could improve our running performance. Breathtaking development, or a load of hot air?

8 mins

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Runner's World SA Magazine Description:

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.