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DIRK’S GOBI

DIRK’S GOBI

Funds Raised:
R 700
Fundraising Target:
R 50 000

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GOBI 2011 – Training Diary HIGHLIGHTS

02 May 2011 – 8 Weeks to go

  • After racing the Two Ocean Ultra Marathon (56 Km) the previous week in 3h59 I took it easy for a few days before I started my specific 8-week program for the Gobi.
  • Did 30 Kms with 8 kg bag in Groenkloof on 30/04 to start my program. Tried new Bio Anabolic gels today.  Good science, but too thick.  I’m going to stick to my current gels.
  • The following 4 weeks are meant to be tough and painful, containing long hours at a slow pace.
  • Monday:  43 Km at Wally Hayward marathon on the road in 3h58.  This 5:40/k pace hurts me badly.  I do it on purpose to get used to running with hurting legs.  I’ve recovered completely from Two Oceans.
  • Tuesday:  Easy recovery run for 1 Hour.  Carrying no weight. Wednesday: Easy run for 1 hour again. Thursday: Rest Friday: Easy 10 km run with gym session.
  • Saturday: 30.5 Km (2h55) with 8.5 kg bag in Groenkloof on technical route.  I’m already 10 sec/k faster than last week. Sunday: 13 K recovery run.

Total training for week:  11h50 / 121 Km / 2 Long runs / One session with backpack

Health : Good  Weight : 78 – 79 kg all week.  I expect my weight to increase slightly as I now start burning more fat, but add muscle weight because of running with the bag. Logistics : Final payment for entry done. Air tickets paid for.

Logistics : Mandatory form handed in this week.

With all the above in mind---- or should i say in body, i am seriously wondering why any sane person would wish to punish themselves this way.

Dirk has chosen to support the needs of African kids in the hope that they too can fulfil their dreams.

Please help him with his quest, make his load lighter by sponsoring him generously. 

Donations

  • Jul 02, 2011 - R 500.00
  • "Despite disheartening circumstances you ran a phenomenal Gobi Desert race. Well done, we are extremely proud of you!" - Lidia Kardara
  • Jul 02, 2011 - R 200.00
  • "Go for it Dirk!" - Oupa

Statistics

Fundraising target

R 50 000.00

Donations to date

R 700.00

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Afrika Tikkun (AT) was founded in 1994 with the goal of developing and uplifting young people in disadvantaged communities resident in the Republic of South Africa. With like-minded partners, Afrika Tikkun aims to end child poverty and youth unemployment through a holistic approach that begins in early childhood and ends with productive adults accessing the economy. Our approach provides all-inclusive care (nutrition, health and social) services and helps SA’s youth achieve success with a model called Cradle-to-Career 360°, which has earned Afrika Tikkun recognition for being one of the most impactful organisations in South Africa. We operate from four centres in Gauteng and one in Cape Town.

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