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32Gi Endurance Addict

At 32Gi we understand what goes into being an "Endurance Addict".

We know that the first step of every endurance goal takes courage, and often massive effort.

We know that to excel it requires a goal, discipline, dedication and consistency.

Whether you are an avid King Of the Mountain Cyclist, beginner Road Runner, or Multi-Sport Athlete; we pledge to provide you with the unrivalled knowledge of nutrition, health, training and racing to lead a proper healthy and successful endurance lifestyle.
Weekly English South Africa Health & Fitness · Sports Narrated by Mark Wolff
110 Episodes
88 – 108

Why Reinhard Zellhuber has a bright future

This week on 32Gi Sports Nutrition, we take a look into the future! We get our glass ball out, as we speak to South African teenage mountain biker Reinhard Zellhuber. This young man is at the top end of the sport in his age group, but this is no luck…
21 Jul 2016 11 min

Horst Reichel - a triathlete with vision

We catch up with German pro triathlete Horst Reichel on this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition. From Challenge to IronMan, Horst has raced ultra distance events all over the world. Hear his story, including; some nutritional tips, what it is like to be at Challenge Roth, and so much more.
13 Jul 2016 20 min

Challenge Roth - why it is so special!

Challenge Roth is not only a 32Gi sponsored event, it is one of the foremost distance triathlons in the world! The way the entire community and surrounding area in Germany get involved is incredible. With big participation numbers, even bigger spectator numbers, and an entire weekend of festivities, this is…
6 Jul 2016 12 min

Superfoods - the lowdown

There has been plenty of chatter amongst nutritional circles about Superfoods, for quite some time now. We know the importance of nutrition, especially from a sports performance point of view; so what and why is there a benefit to eating so called “superfoods”. On this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition,…
29 Jun 2016 16 min

Winter vs Summer nutritional shifts

As the Hemisphere’s climates turn cold and hot respectively, our diets do tend to change. But are you making mistakes from a nutritional point of view, at the change of season? On this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition, we look at typical mistakes, but more importantly great ideas to keep…
22 Jun 2016 15 min

Your perfect post-event Recovery Guide

On this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition; we have all your bases covered, when it comes to post-event recovery. We all know the importance of recovery after any session, however having reached an event goal often people slip off the diet rails. So from immediately after to the weeks that…
15 Jun 2016 11 min

Caroline Wostmann - a fighting spirit

Caroline Wostmann went into the 2016 Comrades Marathon as the favourite. Rightly so having done the double in 2015, and having already retained her Old Mutual Two Oceans title. However Comrades is a totally different monster, it really comes down to the day. Looking so good for much of the…
8 Jun 2016 12 min

32Gi powered Amy McDougall is on a roll!

While the Comrades Marathon was taking place this past weekend, 32Gi powered athlete Amy McDougall was winning two mountain bike races in two days. Amy is an extremely versatile rider; hear her recipe for success, on this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition.
1 Jun 2016 14 min

Comrades contenders - how the team managers see it

The 2016 Comrades Marathon has arrived. It is not only one of the biggest endurance races in South Africa, but arguable the world. On today’s episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition we look towards this epic event. Hear from three of the leading team managers; about the race, and the importance…
25 May 2016 22 min

How to eat & drink in the week leading up to Comrades Marathon

With just over a week to the 2016 Comrades Marathon, we look towards that final taper. Not just from a nutritional point of view, as everything plays a role in your pre-race homeostasis being optimal. Hear more from Mark Wolff on this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition.
18 May 2016 10 min

Safe and suitable sports nutrition for children

When it comes to sports nutrition supplements, do you know what is going into the products your children are consuming? The level of sport and timing of training for children, often means they need a nutritional top up; but how do you know what is safe? In this podcast, nutritional…
16 May 2016 11 min

How to fuel up to & during your next Challenge event

The Challenge Family is a collection of some of the most incredible triathlon races, in some of the world’s best locations. A lot of time, effort and money goes into getting to an event; you thus want to arrive in tip top shape. On this podcast, Mark Wolff from 32Gi,…
16 May 2016 23 min

Comrades Marathon winner Bongmusa Mthembu's secrets

Bongmusa Mthembu has won one for the World’s greatest endurance races, the Comrades Marathon. We catch up with the 2014 Down run champion on this episode of 32Gi Sport Nutrition. Bongamusa shares some of his secrets with us.
11 May 2016 12 min

How to get your Comrades Marathon fuelling right

Comrades Marathon month has arrived in South Africa. This legendary Ultra running event, is an icon that attracts over 20,000 runners a year. So how do you go about fuelling for a race of around 90km? Mark Wolff tells you what to do in the last 24 hours and on…
4 May 2016 28 min

Fat - one hell of a fuel source

Fat got a bad wrap for many years, but it is the body’s best long term fuel source. On this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition we dissect fat. Fat has many benefits, especially when it comes to fuelling for athletes. But you need to know which are the best options,…
20 Apr 2016 10 min

Carbohydrates - why athletes need them

What is your take on carbohydrates? They have got a bad beat in recent years by the banters, but as an athlete can you go without them? While there are negative effects to carbohydrates, there are plenty of positives too. Get the lowdown from Mark Wolff, on this episode of…
13 Apr 2016 9 min

Why you need Protein in your diet

Protein is key when it comes to exercise and being an athlete. Muscle recovery is just one of the functions that it performs. But how much should you be eating? How often should you be consuming it? Hear this and more from Mark Wolff on this episode of 32Gi Sports…
6 Apr 2016 8 min

An Ironman match made in Heaven

Two great 32Gi fuelled Ironman athletes, James Cunnama and Jodie Swallow, recently announced their engagement. We caught up with the dynamic long distance triathlon duo just before the announcement, on this edition of 32Gi Sports Nutrition. Don’t miss fuelling tips from two of the best!
31 Mar 2016 18 min

How different types of athletes utilise energy

As athletes, we all utilise energy differently. Your average man on the street running a marathon; will consume energy differently from the likes of a professional Kenyan runner. On this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition we look at the different types of athletes; and how their bodies tend to utilise…
24 Mar 2016 10 min

Caroline Wostmann - how an Ultra champion fuels

This week on 32Gi Sports Nutrition, we are joined by Caroline Wostmann. She comes full circle on Easter weekend in South Africa, as she heads back to the scene of her first Ultra victory, the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon. So how does an Ultra champion fuel?
17 Mar 2016 8 min
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