MAGOEBASKLOOF MTB CLASSIC CHALLENGE - Limpopo

MTB Challenges are the order of the day in MARATHONS & SPORTING EVENTS this month, and jirre, but some these challenges are WOES ne'?! 

We tried to pick what we think is a tough race, but not going to scare the crapples out of your first maybe-I-should-do-a-MTB-challenge attempt. 

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Now again, the area we find ourselves in is MAG.NI.FI.CENT, wow, the truely beautiful Magoebaskloof in the Limpopo Province. We haven't visited here yet, and its about time. 

Now the Stanford Lake College, in Haenertsburg Limpopo, is the host of this fantastic event, and alll registration details are available through them @ SLC MTB CHALLENGE

But lets back-track a bit and discuss the actual race... The Magoesbaskloof MTB Challenge came about after Gray Braadvedt & Rudi Viljoen sparked the brilliant idea of hosting a MTB event in the beautiful surroundings of the Limpopo Province. Its is a spectacular area with immaculate scenery and some of the best bike trails South Africa has to offer, so its only a natural choice for a race event. 

Any event of this nature draws the community in and opens up travel and tourism gateways, and taking to Standford Lake College brings the youth in too. 

The actual race has 4 options, ranging from the "I JUST WANNA FEEL WHAT ITS LIKE TO SIT ON A BIKE" race of 5kms the "IMA GONNA TEAR THIS RACE APART" version which is 80kms, but it doesnt matter which one you do, or how competitive you are, hell you might find yourself totally distracted by the scenery that you forget you are even in a race, and that's ok too, isn't it?!

Have a look at these pics of the area and of the race...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And of the school property and surrounds...wow, I think its time to go back to school....STUNNING!!!!

 

 
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BOXING & MR PRICE

Home Exercise is not for everyone, but as part of our PRODUCTS & APPAREL section for this month, we feel it best you at least know what you can take home, what's practical and affordable, and what actually does work. 
Exercise Equipment will never be a waste of money, ever, exercise is never a waste, and even if you are a gym bunny, there are those days when being at home would suffice, and then, even if that's the only time, then we want you to at least have the right tools. But we want to try and find products that are under R5000.00, AND do more that just blast-your-abs, lets at least blast a few more parts of that temple of yours. 

Today we want you to get your mean on....

Boxing is an AMAZING way to get fit and strong, AND BURN FAT...its one of the quickest hardcore ways to burn calories as its so intense, up to 1000 per hour. But you can also deal with your emotions, frustrations and anger while you are exercising. Everybody needs to burn off pent up negative energy, so not only is this a physical wellness facilitator, but its 100% a mental wellness facilitator, without a doubt!!!

The stress release aspect is nothing short of marvellous, as its mental and physical, not only will it make you more cheerful, afterwards that is, but its good for your self-esteem, and emotional development...Boxing really does help you relax, as much as yoga would, but add the two together and you are sorted. 

The stress we hold onto is often there because we cant let it out at others, whether it be physical or emotional, and all it does is fester, and festered emotions fuel Non-Communicable Diseases. 

What we like is that this allows for self-defence skill development, as there are so many kicks and punch combinations involved, should you be caught in a bad situation, you can at least kick a crotch with intent, or break a nose and then get away. 

But did you know that boxing can build a stronger heart and help maintain a balanced heart rate, as well as improve the strength of the heart muscles. 

Because boxing involves sparring, bouncing, ducking, pivoting, punching and even kicking, it requires repetitive motion of, and from, your entire body. Its these movements that provide the strength and power to your core, back, arms and legs, as well as improving your joint strength and mobility. 

WE LOVE BOXING!

We went shopping for you at Mr Price Sport for your start up kit, and this is what we think you need, ALL under R5000.00...yay

 

 

 

We think that's a good start, it may be all you need if you train alone, but otherwise sparring and kicking equipment are a good addition. 

BUT, now here's the thing, what do you do once you have the goods, we suggest investing in DVD's, which you'll get at Mr Price, or online, BUT also go to a professional coach for a few lessons, just to ensure correct technique....there's that old thing people shouldn't say but do, 'You box like a girl', don't be that girl or guy who barely even massages the bag with a limp wrist. 

Go to Mr Price Sport for more or find them @ mrpsport.com

 
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FEDGROUP BERG & BUSH MTB CHALLENGE

MARATHONS & SPORTING EVENTS sees us visiting Kwa-Zulu Natal for a MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE like no other, wowzles, 217kms of MTB Endurance riding, now that's a challenge. BRING IT!!!

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The FedGroup BERG & BUSH actually has three races, the DECENT, the 2-DAY, and the one we are investigating, the GREAT TREK.

Again, half the reason you should do this is for the view, the breathing space, and the sheer glory of celebrating what we have in this damn fine country to be proud of, our vast open spaces and beautiful places.

Now the GREAT TREK ain't easy, hell's no, its three full days of pure exhaustion, but we think it'll be worth it. It takes place on the 14th, 15th & 16th of October this year, (so hurry if you want to take part), which sees the distances split up from 97km on Day 1, 70kms on Day 2 & 50 kms on Day 3. 

The race starts at THE BORDER POST on top of Oliviershoek Pass and finishes at Emseni Camp, 15kms from Winterton, on the banks of the Tugela River. 

There is an overnighter tented camp at Emseni camp, near Spionkop, for the nights of the 14th & 15th, or you can choose your own accommodation that they advise you of. 

It seems like the perfect adventure, camping under the stars, riding the hell out of your day, seeing the beauty of the KZN, meeting new friends, totally awesome concept. We love it.

Find out more @ bergandbush.co.za Great Trek

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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BALLET for ADULTS

DON'T KNOCK IT...EVER, there are more benefits to this exercise and dance form that you ever imagined, and EVERYONE should at least give it a 6-month go at it, it'll change your life.

PROMISE!!!!

This month, for FITNESS TRAINING & ACTIVITIES, we are focusing on DANCE EXERCISE, and today we focus on BALLET. 

Lets never question how amazing a ballet body can be....

 

 

 

or how incredibly graceful, sexy and ridiculously hard this form of exercise can be....

But most importantly, what we want you to consider, is what this discipline can do for your overall presentation, your posture, your general strength, your poise, your core, your muscle shape and trust me, if Rugby boys could add various elements of ballet training into their training regimes, as silly as that sounds, they'd win far more matches, guaranteed!

This is probably one of the hardest disciplines and if added to Cross-fit workouts, you'd be set. 

JUST TRY IT!!!!

"I gained strength in every part of my body.  Ballet exercises all your muscles.  I used ballet to change the shape of my body.  I was always a sporty person and had very bulky thighs.  Ballet lengthened my muscles tremendously.  I did other dance forms e.g. African Dance which shortens muscles and ballet helped even it out.  Ballet helped me become more disciplined in life.  As a child I was a bit of a ‘tomboy’ and I was running around bullying my friends.  Ballet had a part to play in grooming and disciplining me.  I learnt to be well behaved and where my place is in certain situations.  I like the way I move when I do ballet.  I enjoy the structure it brings me and it helped me with all my other dance forms.  I will never stop doing ballet and will dance until my very end.”

One of the best places in the country to go for open lessons, from total beginners to advanced, is that of the Joburg City Ballet @ joburgballet.com 

More inspiration....

 

 

 

 

 

 
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RIP 60 SUSPENSION TRAINERS from FLUIDITY WELLNESS

This month in PRODUCTS & APPAREL, we thought giving you a few options for home exercise equipment. Equipment that's NOT a waste of time and that you really should own, as far as we are concerned. Still you have to actually use it, no matter how much we recommend it.

Our challenge was to look for products under R 5000.00, that are easy to install, and have maximum benefit, and hopefully come with exercise videos.

We also decided to select one piece of equipment from each of the four suppliers we will feature with this months edition, a kinda double whammy, where we also show who's who in the equipment supply world.

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& THE INCREDIBLE....

Move over sliced-bread, this is the best invention ever, we've used it, its the best way to train your body, with out cardio, although they teach you how to add that in too. 

You'll be stronger, fitter and sexier in 60 days or less, done deal, and we know this.

The Rip-60 Suspension Trainer is totally guaranteed to give you a total-body workout. Featuring their revolutionary rotating straps, 12 workout DVD's and a Nutrition Guide. This workout program combines the most advanced knowledge to deliver the most unbeatable results in just 60 days, NOT 90!!! Bring IT!

Join MMA World Champion, George ST. Pierre & World Famous TV Trainer, Jillian Michael's and get ripped! 

The workout DVD's create an 8-week, scientifically designed progression of movements for a complete, total body transformation. 

Weeks 1to 4 focus on strength, and you'll learn the right moves and increase your strength endurance, and DVD's 5 to 8 target overall power. You'll develop incredible power endurance with explosive moves that maximise muscle activation. 

(It includes Yoga & Pilates based workouts, and may even be better.)

Its all incredible, and we really have tried this, its not easy, but a perfect body never came on a plate...did it?

The Price: R 2724.00 (Excl. Del & Vat)

Find these and other incredible products @ www.fluiditywellness.com, you wont be sorry you browzed. 

Watch Jillian Michaels demonstrate....

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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