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Running My First 100km for My 30th Birthday
But after training consistently with Pierre for the past few years, I knew I had a solid foundation. That gave me the confidence to go for it—and so I entered MUT100. MUT is known for being brutal, with steep climbs and descents, but I didn’t overthink it. In my mind, any 100km would be hard. So if I was going to suffer, I figured I might as well suffer in one of my favorite mountain ranges.

Mountain Abandon
Jun 113 min read


A Date with Adventure: Our MUT 100-Mile Trail Race Experience
After about 500m ascent Nix decided to up the pace a tad and I simply could not follow. But this is what a 100 miler is all about – you, your own mental and physical challenges, and navigating a lonely trail for many hours. Even with all the support in the world, only you can get yourself to that finish line.

Pierre Jordaan
Jun 16 min read


Essential Vitamins and Supplements for Athletes
A frequent question Pierre and I receive is what vitamins and supplements we recommend for athletes. I think the expected response is a simple “Oh, iron is an absolute must, and X brand is the one to go for!” Unfortunately, however, there is no short answer, no quick fix, and no one-size-fits-all response to this question.

nicolette7g
May 104 min read


My Barefoot Journey
It’s a trust in Nature’s design combined with a longing to move in nature, naturally.

Pierre Joubert
Jun 25, 20234 min read


Setting the Goal for Success
Working with many athletes over the years, I’ve found that proper goal setting really succeeds in driving motivation and commitment.

Pierre Jordaan
Jun 14, 20239 min read


The Highs and Lows of Heart Rate Training
The pros and cons of heart rate training for mountain, trail and ultra runners.

Mountain Abandon
May 15, 20238 min read


Is it too late...
Is it too late...to redeem your athletic-self in the 2nd quarter of the year? If you have similar worries - read on!

nicolette7g
May 10, 20234 min read


RPE - Yes, it's NB!
The Role of Subjective Feedback in the Coach-Athlete Relationship and the Importance of RPE as a Measure of Intensity.

Mountain Abandon
Feb 19, 20236 min read


We Are All Athletes
If you love to move, then you are an athlete!

Pierre Jordaan
Jan 1, 20235 min read


A Mountain Abandoned...
The rain gradually became heavier with the drops themselves falling more slowly and gaining opacity… And then it was snowing...

nicolette7g
Jun 27, 20225 min read


Seeking a Blizzard
But, I needed more. I wanted more! I wanted to understand the weather patterns before a blizzard...

Pierre Jordaan
Jun 16, 20225 min read


From Fear to Finish
We were all in this adventure together from the start, through the months of seemingly endless training, right to the finish line.

Mountain Abandon
Jul 22, 20213 min read


The Psychology of the Injured Runner
Prescription of a rehabilitation programme for injury recovery is great. But what of the mental aspects of managing an injury?

nicolette7g
Jul 16, 20218 min read


Mastering a Line
Experience the uncapped joy of flying down the most technical of trails with the biggest smile, exuding confidence and mastery.

Pierre Jordaan
Jul 14, 20215 min read


Scrambling
Scrambling - the rather grey area between hiking and climbing - and a fairly extensive grey area at that!

Pierre Jordaan
Jul 9, 20214 min read


An Icy Housewarming
Finding snow, friendship and a place to call home - for now ; )

Pierre Jordaan
Jun 10, 20216 min read


My Lesotho Wonderland
After some time to process her UTD160 journey, Lee have decided to provide a little insight into her experience.
This is Lee's story...

Mountain Abandon
May 5, 20214 min read


The Injured Runner
Dealing with injury is an unpleasant reality for most athletes at some point in their running careers. Here I offer some personal insights.

nicolette7g
Mar 5, 20217 min read


Solitude
“Happiness is only real when shared.”
And in that moment of inner happiness, shared happiness, I know that it is real and true.

Pierre Jordaan
Jan 30, 20215 min read


Find Your Run
I realised that I didn't need to own nor be owned. All I needed was to co-exist in a symbiotic relationship with the environment.

Pierre Jordaan
Dec 26, 20205 min read
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