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  1. Hacc
    My type of running weather:
  2. Hacc
    Thanks for the update Andrew. I will buy another pair of 18's, they are becoming very scarce. See you tomorrow at the expo.
  3. Hacc
    Have you guys seen this: http://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/News/save-sa-asks-two-oceans-runners-to-wear-black-armbands-in-support-of-anti-zuma-protest-20170411
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    Don't overthink your strategy. Just enjoy your first Two Oceans. Take it easy the first 28km to save energy for the second half. Take the second half as it comes (especially the downhill after Constantia Nek). Luckily there are lots of support on the road to motivate you. I am hoping for cooler weather, but I have experienced all 4 seasons in one day at OMTOM. Just like Argus, you don't know what to expect. Getting very excited now!!
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    Such a beautiful race. I love the supporters and all the bands. I would definitely recommend it to anyone that wants to run Comrades to first run Two Oceans.
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    I wouldn't call myself an expert. I think I am far from it. Like you said your goal is to run OMTOM at your "Comrades" pace. What is your pace going to be? Out of personal experience I would rest/ take it easy this week. You could end up with tired legs at Two Oceans ( you only feel it from 40km onwards) and it will make you doubt yourself and that you will be able to run Comrades at any pace. If you do rest, and you run OMTOM at your goal pace it will boost your self-confidence and training for Comrades. Don't set yourself up for failure. 56km is far. Just my 2c...
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    Feeling a bit nervous, felt a little niggle in my left calve yesterday while running. I agree with the more sleep this week. I decided not to run at all this week and will be resting until Friday morning, when we go for a short jog in Blouberg, looking at the mountain. I am not good at tapering... I am not a very friendly person to be around. My poor colleagues. I am looking forward to the trip down to Cape Town.... especially the traditional Tequila shot later Saturday evening So, in writing, my OMTOM 2017 plan is a sub 6, taking it easy, enjoying the Cape Town vibe, try to run parts of Constantia Nek, oh and sprinting over the finish line.
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    That is amazing! Those pro's make it look so easy. Question, why don't we see more South African pro-athletes running the overseas marathons? I am sure we have lots of talent, and it seems some of the overseas marathons are quite flat.Paris Marathon yesterday was 251m elevation.Prague Marathon last year was 184m. (Johnson Crane is 188m of elevation for comparison) Is it a problem with sponsorship? PS. Paris Marathon is on my bucket list!! Can you imagine starting a marathon in one of the most beautiful cities with 50 000 other runners?
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    As far as I can remember they only open the roads at 13:00. Pack a cooler box and swimming gear. Lekker kuier at the resort waiting for the runners to finish.
  10. Hacc
    Interesting article. http://www.runnersworld.com/psychology/how-to-break-a-running-plateau?utm_campaign=Runner%E2%80%99s%20World&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=t.co&utm_term=852598422 Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
  11. Hacc
    That really sucks. It is also with the changing of the season... everyone around me is sick. Drink extra vitamins, a Neurobian injection will also help.
  12. Hacc
    I go to China Mall / one of these china shops and buy a cheap long sleeve shirt. I throw it away along the route.
  13. Hacc
    The only reason I went there is because they had stock of the Nimbus 18's. If you decide to go there speak to Lebo. He was very friendly and helpful. The guy behind the counter was very unfriendly and didn't seem interested in what I had to say.
  14. Hacc
    My 2c, first go for a massage. If it doesn't help then Chiro or Physio. I have been for needling twice, it is painful but so worth it. I had a calve injury 2 years ago after running on the beach. Went to a physio for a massage, didn't help. I went for needling and pain subsided within 3 days. Be warned it is not for sissies!
  15. Hacc
    Good grief! Apple, Pear and Cinnamon and Salted Apricot?? Sounds like Purity flavors.
  16. Hacc
    Couldn't agree more with this article: http://www.runnersworld.co.za/more-than-yourself/4-tips-to-survive-the-old-mutual-two-oceans-marathon/
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    I ran with my new pair of 18's last night. They are definitely wider than the 19's. It just felt so much better than the 19's. At least I have a pair that will last me until Comrades. I will decide after Comrades if I want to give NB a try.
  18. Hacc
    Asics has become just too expensive. I paid R1800 today for the 18's.
  19. Hacc
    After my terrible run with the Nimbus 19's on Sunday, I started looking for 18's. I bought a pair today at The Sweatshop in Bedfordview. The guy was a bit upset/rude that I said the 19's were terrible. I struggled to find stock of the 18's. I am seriously considering changing to NB. I got the brand manager's number of Asics - will ask him what I can do with my 19's as I cannot run with it, paid R2800 for it and only did 100kms.
  20. Hacc
    I don't have any secret ingredients. I don't taper completely for OMTOM. I will probably still run 40km this week with the longest being a 15km run. I do take it easy and try to stay away from hilly routes. Next week I will run the 4km Club TT at an easy pace and then go for a 3km jog the Friday morning in Blouberg just to enjoy the view. I would also like to hear your comments about tapering. One of my Ironman friends don't taper at all.
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    I am doing my 4th Two Oceans Ultra this year. The plan is a sub 6 as I am taking it easy, enjoying the view and not try to improve my times. I am not near my fitness level where I should be this time of year. Like a colleague of mine said, "Just wing it..."
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    I am so against medication while running. One of my club mates landed in ICU with kidney failure because of Myprodol. She is 35 years old, has to go for dialysis twice a week and won't be able to run again. I don't think it is just Myprodol that caused it, but I am sure Myprodol made it so much worse. To confess I gave a Mypaid (200mg Ibuprofen & 250mg Paracetemol) to one of my club mates at last year's Comrades. He had terrible knee pain at 15km to go and he was thinking of stopping. He is also against pills. I asked him if he wants it and he said yes. We finished together, the medication helped him to finish. I truly believe that running with pills shouldn't become a habit, and you shouldn't take it unless there is absolutely no other way out (except to bail). Some runners look like pharmacies. It is very dangerous as not all runners react the same way to pills while your body is under so much pressure. I am sure if you ask the Comrades / Ultra running field of South Africa at least 70% will have some sort of tablet with them.
  23. Hacc
    Sub 5 is an excellent time for OMTOM. On my bucket list... not for this year but one day...
  24. Hacc
    You are going to enjoy it! It is my favorite ultra, I would definitely do 10 without blinking an eye. The support is as great as Comrades. Lots of bands and thousands of people supporting. My tips for OMTOM: 1. Get there early (at least 1.5 hours before the time), parking and traffic is a disaster. Try and get a parking ticket.( I think they are still available at the expo) 2. The first 28km is quite flat and you struggle to hold back. You need to force yourself to do this as the race starts at 28km at the bottom of Chappies. Keep something in the tank for Constantia Nek and the last kilometer. 3. Start with a long-sleeve shirt - even at 6:30 it is quite cold and I started in rain in 2015 and 2016. 4. Look out for the cat eyes. I fell last year after everyone warned me... I also saw at least 3 people that fell coming down Chappies. 5. Take extra water sachets at the bottom of Chappies, they run out of water quite quickly up Chapmans Peak as there is not really access for trucks/ bakkies to drop off more fluids. 6. Enjoy it!!! We have a beautiful country with beautiful people, so take it all in while running up Chapmans Peak. Good luck!!
  25. Hacc
    Any Ironman finishers in our midst? How did it go yesterday? After finishing Irene, I lay in front of the TV and watched it all day. I have such huge respect for you guys. This is just crazy: (Running a 2:43 marathon after an 180km bike ride (averaging at 41km/h)
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