In this exciting episode, Debbie van der Linde chats with Terence Vrugtman, the new owner of the Karkloof Trail Series, a much-loved trail running event based in the mesmerizing Karkloof valley of South Africa. An experienced adventurer, photographer, and outdoor business opportunist, Terence is no stranger to the captivating world of trail running. Join us as we delve into his vision for the Karkloof Trail Series and discuss the future direction of the event under his leadership. Learn...

In this thrilling episode, we sit down with the remarkable South African ultra-runner, Marius van Rensburg, better known as Miler Marius. As the winner of the Mac Mac 200-miler and the Tankwa 200-miler, and the first to complete AMUK in South Africa, Miler Marius is the epitome of endurance and passion. Join us as we explore his motivation, mental preparation strategies, and wild plans for May 2023: running three 100-milers and one 200-miler in just one month! This unforgettable conversation...

The Drakensberg Grand Traverse is a 210km self supported, self navigated mountain race that follows the border between South Africa and Lesotho. Most of the race is above  3000 ASL with the runners frequently going higher than 3300 m to reach the check points on the route. In this episode I talk with the inaugural  DGT winners Matt Bouch and Colin van Der Berg about their experience. You can find Matt on Instagram @mattbouchphoto and Colin at @muggyicegoat Check out the other DGT episodes...

In this podcast we talk with Lodelia Oosthuizen. A South African Ultra trail runner who is on the rise. A motor accident resulted in surgery to her neck  and spinal fusions. Her doctor told her she'd never run again. She shares nuggets of wisdom on mental resilience, managing career and running, what running means to her.  She is the winner of the Addo 100 Miler and is a name to watch out for on the ultra trail scene. To follow Lodelia you can find her at oosi_l on Instagram Check out...

Training with power meters has come of age in running. This episode covers the basics of what they are, why they're essential to anyone looking to improve and how to use them to fine tune your training.  Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show

In this episode I talk with Graham Bird who is one of the two organisers of the Drakensberg Grand Traverse race. Graham talks about the vent, what it means to him personally and what it will come to mean to the communities it touches. This race is set to be an iconic run on the world calendar. Don't miss this episode. The race website is at www.dgtrun.co.za Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Armand Du Plessis has run in big mountains and ultra races all over the planet. His solo run on the DGT was on the spur of a moment. This is a warm and often amusing account from a man who loves to adventure.  Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Linda Doke and Ryno Griesel hold the record for the fastest time by a mixed pair on the DGT FKT. Linda's depth and breadth of experience is unsurpassed. In this episode she share with us what makes a partnership work, what to pack, what to eat and some fascinating anectdotes on her own record breaking run. Linda is the owner and founder of Rock Hopping Trail an online coaching business.  website :  www.rockhopingtrail.run Email: [email protected] Insta : lindadoke Facebook : Linda...

Andrew Porter holds the record for the fastest solo time on the DGT.  Listen to the story of how that attempt went and gain valuable insights into the best way to approach this daunting route. We talk strategy, mindset, nutrition and approach when you want to go fast. Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Ryno Griesel and the Drakensberg Grand Traverse go hand in hand. No other adventurer has had as much success on the DGT as Ryno.  In this episode he share his thoughts on strategy, pacing, training and a very surprising prediction on a winning time.  Ryno is the master on this route. What he shares in this episode is invaluable to anyone taking on this or any other adventure. Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Stijn Laenen and Andrew Haegen were the first pair to break the FKT set 10 years earlier by Gavin Raubenheimer. Stijn went on to become the unofficial keeper of the DGT attempts and successes. He has in one way or another, been a part of every attempt, successful or failed, since he and Andrew first broke Gavin's record. He shares with us tactics, tips and strategies gained over the last 13 years. The link to the DGT race is www.dgtrun.co.za Check out our website at...

Gavin Raubenheimer is a mountain guide, author and along with his brother Lawrie one of two men who set the Drakensberg Grand Traverse Fastest Known Time(FKT) in 1999. A distance of 210 km with almost 10 000m of vert and 90% of the route above 2900 m.   It would be almost 10 years before anybody broke that record. This is Gavin's firsthand account of setting the FKT.  He shares his thoughts on running in the the high Drakensberg, the risks, the rewards and his views on the upcoming...

Mindful Runner coaches Anja Louw, Justin Oleofsen and I discuss training, race strategy, mental skills and the importance of your support team when racing Karkloof 50 miler and Karkloof 100 Miler Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Jack Davis and Andrew Booth are the organisers of the Karkloof 100 and Karkloof 50 miler trail races. We talk about why Karkloof is such a good event as a first time trail ultra, the ethos of Karkloof, the future of the event and that diabolical last 16 km. You can find the events at https://www.karklooftrailseries.com  Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Mindful Runner coaches Justin Oelofsen, Anja Louw and I talk about training for Mac Mac. Listen out for how to approach some of the trickier sections of the course, advice on the 200 miler and tips for the other distances as well. You can find more info on Mac Mac at www.macmacultra.com  Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Eloff Hoffman and Frikkie Pienaar talk about the Mac Mac route, the magic of the Tower Bos , leopards and beer. Join us for an entertaining insight into the event and the people behind it. Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

I am joined by Mindful Runner Coaches Anja Louw and Justin Oelofsen for a discussion on training and racing Ultra Trail Drakensberg. Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Spurgeon Flemington, race director of Ultra Trail Drakensberg talks to us about this iconic South African event. He gives his insight into the race, the trails, dealing with the cold and how the sheep bell replaced the belt buckle. Link to Ultra Trail Drakensberg website Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Coaches Justin Oelofsen, Anja Louw and I discuss preparing to race the three distances at Addo Elephant Trail Race.  How to train for the rivers, the heat and the nature of the courses. Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Sian O'Keeffe is the race director for Addo Elephant Trail race. In this interview we get an insiders view on the race.  Sian talks, race history, wildlife encounters and gives us some good tips on what to watch out for on Africas wildest race. The first in a series focusing on trail events in South Africa.  Look out for the next episode in which the Mindful Runner coaches talk about how to prepare for this amazing event. Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the...

What is a training zone , why do we use them , how do we apply this in training? Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

Justin Oelofsen is a running coach and a biochineticist. He recently ran the fastest time for the AMUK challenge. He shares his hard earned knowledge with us about what it takes to complete a challenge like AMUK AMUK is 4 iconic South African trail 100 milers completed in seven months Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

This is the backstory of why I started Mindful Runner as a coaching practice and how this podcast is an extension of the Mindful Runner mission - 'Helping ordinary people do the extraordinary' and in so doing becoming their best selves. Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show (https://paypal.me/mindfulrunner)

AMUK - 4 Iconic Ultra Trail Races in seven months. This is an interview with Riana Henning, Justin Oelofsen and Marius van Rensberg,  three of the five people to complete the Challenge in 2021 The AMUK races are : Addo Elephant Trail Run, Ultra Trail Drakensberg, Mac Mac Ultra, Karkloof 100 You can find more on AMUK on their Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/324601295048662 Check out our website at https://www.mindfulrunner.co.za Support the show...