Health Matters. Bonus Two Oceans Marathon Celebration Episode with Gerda Steyn.

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Our guest on Health Matters this week is the darling of SA road running, Gerda Steyn.

Ahead of the next edition of the Two Oceans Marathon we speak to Gerda about her previous wins, where she became the first woman to finish the race in under 3 hours and 40 minutes. She's also the first woman to do the Comrades Marathon up-run in under 6 hours. We find out how moving to a new city unlocked her phenomenal talent for running as well as her tips for runners at any level.

This episode is brought to you by Ultimag Advanced.

13 Apr 2023 English South Africa Health & Fitness

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