Brenda McCann's Experience of Running......

 

Favourite race: Knysna 21km Forest Marathon

Why? I was fit and strong and it was a beautiful run

Preferred distance: 10 - 21km

Preferred Surface: Road

All your race times: Knysna 1:47:38, Spar Ladies 47:41

What motivated you to start running: I wanted to lose weight and I was working as the secretary at the running club

How many years have you been running: since end of 2010. I have always dabbled in running however it has become a much more serious part of my life since 2010.

Do you prefer running on your own or in a group: I have days however I do prefer to run with my running partner

Why: It’s social, it’s great catch up time and it’s not so lonely and hard as it is on your own.

How do you prepare for your race the night before: I eat a good meal and try and get a good night’s sleep

Do you carbo load before a race: Not really – I protein load

What is your pre run meal: In SA, we don’t really eat before a run but something like droewors or banana would be a good pre-run snack

What do you use to fuel yourself during your long runs: Nothing

What is your post run meal: Nothing in particular

Do you run with music: Sometimes

If you could give any advice to someone just starting out running what would it be: Be patient, take it easy and don’t rush into anything. Just enjoy being outdoors and being able to run

What trainer’s would you recommend: I am currently running in Brookes Ghost trainers and I am very happy with them

Who do you admire the most in the world of running: Anyone who gets out there and runs has my admiration