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How To Kick Butt Like World Champ Mila Ben David (Plus, Her Top Fitness Tips)
Read More: How To Kick Butt Like World Champ Mila Ben David (Plus, Her Top Fitness Tips)At 14 years old, Mila Ben David is doing incredible things. The two-time South African Judo Champion and five-time South African Wrestling Champion is showing us that we, too, can kick butt. Mila competes internationally on a regular basis. In the last year, she won the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship. In previous years, she also competed…
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โI Burnt 18 000 Calories At The Nedbank Gravel Burn. Hereโs What The Inaugural 7-Day Stage Race Was Really Likeโ
Read More: โI Burnt 18 000 Calories At The Nedbank Gravel Burn. Hereโs What The Inaugural 7-Day Stage Race Was Really LikeโTowards the end of June 2025, I was offered the opportunity to take part in South Africaโs inaugural 7-day gravel biking stage race, the Nedbank Gravel Burn. And while Iโd never done gravel biking or even owned a gravel bike, I just knew that this would be an incredible opportunity โ not only to immerse…
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7 Amazing Benefits Of Trail Running, From Two UTCT Runnersย
Read More: 7 Amazing Benefits Of Trail Running, From Two UTCT RunnersยTrail running is great for many reasons that extend far beyond fresh air and a brand new PB. Here, two UTCT runners, Nontuthuko Mgabhi and Michelle Mojela, detail why they love the sport โ and the amazing benefits of trail running they reap every day.ย Meet The Athletes Michelle Mojelaย Michelle Mojela Avid runner Michelle…
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How This Athlete Found Strength In Her Support System
Read More: How This Athlete Found Strength In Her Support SystemAsk any athlete what gets them through injury, burnout or rock bottom, and theyโll probably say grit. But look closer and youโll find something else holding it all together: an athlete support system. The kind that doesnโt ask for anything in return. That shows up quietly. That reminds you who you are when youโve forgotten.…
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Why This South African Runner Says Her Hardest Years Were Her Most Meaningful
Read More: Why This South African Runner Says Her Hardest Years Were Her Most MeaningfulForget linear success stories. Jenna Challenorโs journey through the world of running is a masterclass in tenacity, love and the messy beauty of rebuilding when everything falls apart. At 43, this Durban girl, sporting all-rounder, and mom of three has built a professional running career spanning over a decade, with achievements that would stop most…
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6 Life Lessons On Staying Motivated โ By A Pro Runner Whoโs Been Through It All
Read More: 6 Life Lessons On Staying Motivated โ By A Pro Runner Whoโs Been Through It AllMotivation isnโt always about feeling fired up or smashing goals. Sometimes, itโs about getting out of bed when everything hurts โ physically, mentally, emotionally. And few people know that better than South African ultra runner Jenna Challenor. Sheโs a mom of three, coach and professional athlete whose journey has included international podiums, devastating illnesses, major…
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The Secrets Of Successful Athletes
Read More: The Secrets Of Successful AthletesWhat motivates successful athletes? Few professions are as subject to turmoil and change as that of the athlete. There are always new records to break, a new avenue to improve and new wins to attain. Having been at the top for so long, theyโre well-equipped to dish out success secrets. We totally recommend taking a…
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Sarah Baumโs Incredible Journey To The Olympics
Read More: Sarah Baumโs Incredible Journey To The OlympicsAs the top-ranked female surfer in South Africa and athlete on the WSL Challenger Series, surfer Sarah Baum has qualified for the 2024 Olympic Games. It comes after many years competing and a hiatus from the sport. Now, sheโs ready to compete against the best. Hereโs what keeps her stoked. Growing up as a grom…
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How Caitlin Rooskrantz Is Blazing A Trail For Gymnastics In South Africa
Read More: How Caitlin Rooskrantz Is Blazing A Trail For Gymnastics In South AfricaTrue to her dreams, Olympian gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz is blazing a trail for young athletes of colour to go for gold in the sport. Here, she reflects on her journey, highlights and how sheโs looking forward to her second appearance at the Summer Olympics in Paris this year. When Caitlin started gymnastics training at the…
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Meet Caroline Matsimela, Opening New Doors For Womenโs Cycling
Read More: Meet Caroline Matsimela, Opening New Doors For Womenโs CyclingItโs a great time to be a woman in sport. As doors to sponsorships open up and more representation envelopes the space, weโre able to do more and push on. One woman contributing to growing the sport is Caroline Matsimela. She helps women pursue their cycling dreams through her initiative, the Matsimela Ladies Clinic. Hereโs…
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How Anneke Spies Is Pushing Womenโs Weightlifting Forward
Read More: How Anneke Spies Is Pushing Womenโs Weightlifting ForwardAnneke Spies, champion weightlifter, got her start with CrossFit and is already on her way to greatness. Hereโs how sheโs pushing the sport forward. Like many weightlifters, Anneke Spies was introduced to the sport when she joined a CrossFit gym. Initially, she took on weightlifting training to just improve that aspect of her CrossFit game…
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WH Exclusive: Janine van Wyk Reflects On Her Brilliant Career
Read More: WH Exclusive: Janine van Wyk Reflects On Her Brilliant CareerDuring her tenure as a soccer player, storied stalwart Janine van Wyk has racked up a good number of accolades. One such triumph is the one and only goal that took South Africa to a win against long-running victors Nigeria in the 2012 Womenโs Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Then thereโs the stunning number of…
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Meet Kirsten Landman, The Iron Woman Of Enduro Racing
Read More: Meet Kirsten Landman, The Iron Woman Of Enduro RacingWhen it comes to enduro racing, getting on a bike and racing through the dirt, one South African woman immediately comes to mind. Kirsten Landman, the fearless competitor among the men, is working hard to open up the sport for more women to compete while etching her name in the history books as a competitor…
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Under Armourโs Game-Changer: Meet Robyn Moodaly
Read More: Under Armourโs Game-Changer: Meet Robyn MoodalyRobyn Moodaly, a talented midfielder and attacking-mid, is deeply passionate about football, a legacy inherited from her father and grandfather who were avid players themselves. She honed her skills in her backyard, initially playing with boysโ teams due to the absence of womenโs teams. Her determination caught the attention of talent scouts, leading her to…
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5 South African Athletes On What Pushes Them Forward
Read More: 5 South African Athletes On What Pushes Them ForwardBeing a strong woman in sport requires more than just skill or luck. It requires resilience, determination and that willpower to break barriers. It means defying societal norms and shattering stereotypes that limit womenโs potential. These five South African athletes (and proud Under Armour ambassadors) display courage, grit and confidence at every step of their…
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SPAR Proteas Talk Netball World Cup, Training And PUMA Sponsorships
Read More: SPAR Proteas Talk Netball World Cup, Training And PUMA SponsorshipsWeโre nearing the start of the Netball World Cup, being held in Cape Town from the 28th of July to the 6th of August. And the Proteas are ready to go, preparing hard to take on the best in the world. As the event nears, PUMAย have signed on two new players, Refiloe Nketsa and Elmerรฉ…
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How Boxer Simangele โSmashโ Hadebe Stays In Top Form
Read More: How Boxer Simangele โSmashโ Hadebe Stays In Top FormIt all started with a movie. Million Dollar Baby, to be exact. It was the main character, Maggie Fitzgerald, who inspired Simangele โSmashโ Hadebe to try her hand at boxing. โThe main character in that movie is so persistent,โ reflects 29-year-old Simangele. โShe wants to achieve something and [like her] I think I have the…
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What You Need To Know About Rising Star Of The Hockey World, Onthatile Zulu
Read More: What You Need To Know About Rising Star Of The Hockey World, Onthatile ZuluAt 23, Onthatile Zulu is a force to be reckoned with on the field and a role model off it. The South African field hockey powerhouse just became the first female Red Bull Athlete in the country and she shows no signs of slowing down. With her skill, motivation and grit, Zulu is a rising…
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SA Netball Captain Bongiwe Msomi Talks World Cup Dreams
Read More: SA Netball Captain Bongiwe Msomi Talks World Cup DreamsCaptain of the SA Netball team, Bongiwe Msomi is in top form โ and has been for some time. In 2017, she led her team to victory over England in their first-ever Quad Series victory. Since then, the team has steadily been gaining momentum with her at the helm, having a whopping 150 caps to…
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Race Driver Fabienne Lanz Points Out The Key Elements To Her Success
Read More: Race Driver Fabienne Lanz Points Out The Key Elements To Her SuccessAs one of South Africaโs top female racing drivers, Fabienne Lanz has made a name for herself both locally and internationally, earning numerous accolades and becoming a driving champion. Life In The Fast Lane Fabienne spent her childhood in the vibrant cities of Johannesburg and Pretoria. However, it was during her teenage years that she…
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The Badass B-Girl Whoโs Killing It On The Dance Floor
Read More: The Badass B-Girl Whoโs Killing It On The Dance FloorMeet the unstoppable force of breakdancing, Courtnaรฉ Paul, a b-girl from Durban, South Africa whoโs taking the world of dance by storm. With her remarkable talent, infectious energy, and larger-than-life personality, sheโs quickly become a household name in the breakdance community.ย She has won numerous breakdancing titles and accolades: Previous winner of Red Bull BC…
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How Pro Triathlete Mariella Sawyer Competes With The Best
Read More: How Pro Triathlete Mariella Sawyer Competes With The BestPro triathlete Mariella Sawyer takes on the toughest races for a living. We take a sneak peek into what that entails. โYouโre completely crazy. I wonder if I can do it.โ Thatโs the thought pattern โ fuelled by a natural competitive streak common in so many athletes โ that inspired Mariella Sawyer, sports scientist and…
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Cricketer Danรฉ van Niekerk Reflects On Her Long, Successful Career
Read More: Cricketer Danรฉ van Niekerk Reflects On Her Long, Successful CareerThis week, cricketer Danรฉ van Niekerk announced her retirement from the Proteas, after a long and successful career. On News24, Danรฉ said that sheโs grateful for her time on the biggest stage in womenโs cricket. โIt has been the greatest honour to lead and represent my country. I am incredibly blessed to have led the…
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How Golfer Zethu Myeki Gets Her Head In The Game
Read More: How Golfer Zethu Myeki Gets Her Head In The GameGolfer Zethu Myekiย started playing golf on the soccer fields in her hometown in the Eastern Cape. They were playing as part of an initiative of the South African Golf Development Board. โFor me, it was love at first sight,โ she muses. Sheโd stare at the girls hitting balls on the field and always wanted to…
