Comrades Marathon rolls out Women Seminars

Now in its second year, the first 2014 Comrades Marathon Women Seminar was successfully hosted in Pretoria two weeks ago; with a sold-out venue in Johannesburg this past Saturday. Durban will be the host venue for this coming Saturday’s (15 February 2014) seminar and Cape Town will host the final woman-runner’s gathering on Saturday, 22 February 2014.

An expert panel has been put together and comprises the Comrades Marathon’s Official Coach, Lindsey Parry, nutritionist Nicki De Villiers, MD Dr Carina Taute, psychologist Dr Monja Human; and hosted by Comrades Marathon runner and radio personality Phindi Gule. And thus follows about four hours of sharing and exchanging of vital information for the Comrades Marathon novice and veteran runner alike.

Topics like nutrition and meal ideas; training runs – the what, where, when, why and how; running apparel – including sports bras and shoes; and an interactive session between the panel and the runners; including one-on-ones with the professionals.

Packed with a scrumptious breakfast, laughter and food for the soul, the seminar is a must for every female runner aspiring to conquer ‘The Ultimate Human Race’ or wishing to participate in an all-women affair in the spirit of being a passionate Comrades Marathon runner.

There is also a lucky draw where two ladies can each win a pair of New Balance running shoes from the CMA’s official shoe and apparel partner, New Balance; as well as a chance in the grand draw to win a trip and an entry for one very lucky runner to participate in Italy’s Roma Marathon, courtesy of New Balance. Terms and conditions do apply.

Seminar host Phindi Gule says, ‘The Comrades Marathon Women Seminar gives every women a platform to speak up and obtain the advice she may need or to just share her thoughts on ‘The Ultimate Human Race’. Female runners will find the information timeous and valuable.’

CMA General Manager Chris Bruwer says, ‘This session will leave any lady lightly entertained but highly informed of the do’s and don’ts when preparing for and ultimately running the world’s premier ultra-distance race.’

Bruwer adds, ‘The CMA Women Seminars are designed to inform our lady runners of women-specific Comrades information via an exciting and interactive session; and also to attract women in general to participate in ‘The Ultimate Human Race’. We would love to see more female runners registering for our race and at the same time to realize that running the 89km ultimate road race within a 12 hour cut-off demands the ultimate commitment.’

For more information or to register for the Durban or Cape Town seminar, please visit the official Comrades Marathon website www.comrades.com or contact the CMA Office on 033 897 8650

NOTE: The 89th edition of the 89km Comrades Marathon will be a down-run on Sunday, 1 June 2014