Move & Thrive | Endurance Edge Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Thousands of runners took on the 85.7 km journey from Durban to Pietermaritzburg in the 99th Comrades Marathon, and I was one of them. In this episode, we reflect on the highs and challenges of Comrades 2026, the lessons learned along the way, and the gratitude that comes with crossing the finish line. We explore resilience, adapting when things don’t go according to plan, the pow...

Send us Fan Mail Just days before the Comrades Marathon, I received a phone call that completely caught me off guard. What started as a “concerned warning” quickly turned into a moment that challenged my confidence and forced me to reflect deeply. Have you ever had someone question your journey… your discipline… or something you’ve worked so hard for? In this episode, I unpack that experience and...

Send us Fan Mail You've done the training, but do you have a race plan? In this episode, I share the key strategies that transform fitness into peak performance. Learn how to pace effectively, fuel and hydrate correctly, prepare mentally, recover optimally, and execute a race-day plan that sets you up for success. Whether you're preparing for a 10km, marathon, ultra-marathon or cycling e...

Send us Fan Mail With just three weeks to go before Comrades Marathon 2026, I'm taking you inside one of the most important and most misunderstood phases of endurance training: the taper. In this episode, I unpack the science behind tapering, why reducing mileage can actually improve performance, and how to arrive at race day fresh, strong, and mentally ready.

Send us Fan Mail Training doesn’t make you better, recovery does. In this episode, I unpacks the science and reality behind recovery in sport. From ice baths and stretching to sleep, nutrition, and mental recovery. This episode separates evidence from tradition and hype. Learn which recovery strategies actually work, why one size never fits all, and how to design a recovery plan that supports perf...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, I have a conversation with Steve and Thembi Mashabane, a married couple passionate about running, health, and doing life together. From how their fitness journey began to preparing for their second Comrades Marathon, they share the realities, challenges, and rewards of pursuing an active lifestyle as a couple. We explore how running has strengthened not...

Send us Fan Mail Training for the Comrades Marathon is hard, but training when life is already full is even harder. In this episode, I share six practical ways I stay consistent while juggling work, family, church, and fatigue. No perfect weeks, no guilt, no overcompensation - just real-life strategies that actually work. If your training keeps colliding with real life, this episode is for you.

Send us Fan Mail Heel pain isn’t just an inconvenience; it can quietly derail performance. In this episode, we unpack plantar fasciitis in sport, moving beyond the label to understand the real drivers behind the pain. From biomechanics and training errors to footwear and recovery, we connect the dots between load, movement, and injury. Most importantly, we explore practical strategies to help athl...

Send us Fan Mail This episode breaks down Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS), one of the most common causes of lateral knee pain in runners, cyclists, and endurance athletes. Join us as we explore why it happens, how to prevent it, and the most effective, evidence-based strategies for treatment and rehabilitation. Featuring guest Neo Molefe, a 3rd year Physiotherapy student at Wits University, hybrid...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we unpack PEACE & LOVE, a modern, evidence-based framework for sports injury recovery. Discover how early, guided movement, progressive loading, and the right mindset can accelerate your return to sport - helping you come back stronger, more resilient, and better prepared for performance.

Send us Fan Mail As athletes, we’re training harder and competing more, yet injuries and burnout are increasing. In this episode, we’re unpacking the real value of Pilates and Yoga in sport, not just for flexibility, but as powerful tools for performance and rehabilitation. I’m joined by Marelee Fourie, physiotherapist, Pilates instructor, and founder of Marelee Fourie Physiotherapy in Johannesbur...

Send us Fan Mail Want to run faster, longer, and stay injury-free? In this episode, we’re joined by sports physiotherapist Mr Khuliso Netshivhangani, who shares expert insights on why strength training is the missing link for many runners. We unpack the science, address common mistakes, and offer practical strategies to help you build strength without compromising your running. If you’re serious a...

Send us Fan Mail Endurance runners think a lot about injuries, but often miss the early signs of illness, fatigue and system overload. In this episode, Dr Abongile Qamata breaks down the hidden health risks runners face. Learn how to spot red flags early, protect your body, and stay healthy enough to keep showing up on race day.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share my personal journey as I prepare for my fifth Comrades Marathon, one of the world’s most iconic ultramarathons. I talk about my humble beginnings, what it takes to train for nearly 90 km, and how discipline, faith, and resilience shape both running and life. I also answer listener questions on training, injury prevention, and balancing running with family,...

Send us Fan Mail Sport is more than competition; it’s a source of identity, confidence, health, and opportunity. Yet for millions of women and girls, access to sport remains unequal and full of barriers. In this episode, Professor Corlia Brandt joins us to explore the progress, challenges, and unique health considerations shaping the future of women in sport.

Send us Fan Mail This episode dives into why endurance begins in the mind long before it shows in the body. I speak with sports psychologist Martin Scheepers about building resilience, mindset, and purpose in training. Whether you're chasing a challenging sporting event or personal growth, this conversation reminds you that your mind is your greatest performance tool.

Send us Fan Mail Sleep is not a luxury; it’s the foundation of health, performance, and emotional resilience. Through science and Kuhle Nkwenkwezi’s journey, we explore how reclaiming your nights can transform your days.

Send us Fan Mail We train hard, try to sleep more, and eat well - yet many of us are still exhausted. In this episode, we unpack why fatigue persists even when we’re “doing everything right.” Discover the 7 types of rest and which one your active lifestyle might be missing.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I explore fasting (voluntary abstention from food) from all angles: its history, the science behind it, the different methods, and how to practice it safely and intentionally.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the powerful intersection between health and spirituality. I’m joined by a friend and a brother in Christ, Mr Itu Maboye. 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I explore what it means to guard the mind, to confront inner emptiness, to heal emotional noise, and to rediscover purpose. And most importantly, we reflect on how to find rest, renewal, and clarity.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I uncover the hidden cost of borrowed energy and share my personal battle with stimulant dependence. Join me as I explore how stimulants disrupt the body, weaken natural strength, and cloud both health and spiritual clarity

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share my two-month journey of cutting out added sugar, even through the indulgence of the festive season. From battling withdrawal symptoms to experiencing surprising health breakthroughs, discover how going sugar-free completely transformed my body, mind, and energy.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm tackling a topic that affects communities everywhere: how to lose weight effectively, with strategies that are realistic, sustainable, and grounded in science. 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore hiking as more than a leisure activity; it is a meaningful, health-enhancing, and transformative practice. Professor Veronica Ntsiea, a physiotherapist and academic, shares her personal journey into hiking and offers practical insights for anyone thinking of getting started.