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Running through Fire

Running through Fire

Posted on 21/05/202021/05/2020 by Michelle Mortimer
Photo Credit: Richard Pearce Photography Running through Fire - Addo Elephant Trail Run (44km) 2020 21 May 2020 By: Michelle Mortimer (aka Morts) 2020… summed up so far as, ‘Well...Read More
Posted in Morts ThoughtsTagged Addo Elephant Trail Run
I smile :)

I smile :)

Posted on 27/11/201927/11/2019 by Michelle Mortimer
Why Smile? 27 November 2019 By: Michelle Mortimer (aka Morts) So let me start by answering a question with a question… Why not Smile? I’m often asked, “Why / how...Read More
Posted in Morts ThoughtsTagged loving life, smile
A Swim in the Deep Blue Sea

A Swim in the Deep Blue Sea

Posted on 21/01/201906/03/2019 by Michelle Mortimer
A Swim into the Deep Blue Sea - Bellbuoy Challenge! 21 January 2019 By: Michelle Mortimer (aka Morts) Swimming is a marvelous sport. It’s a great way to keep fit...Read More
Posted in Morts ThoughtsTagged Bellbuoy Challenge, sea swim
Injuries Happen, what now!

Injuries Happen, what now!

Posted on 02/05/201806/03/2019 by Michelle Mortimer
Injuries Happen, what now! 2 May 2018 By: Michelle Mortimer (aka Morts) As much as we’d love to believe that we are invincible, the sad truth is that we are...Read More
Posted in Morts ThoughtsTagged triathlete
Ironman South Africa 2017

Ironman South Africa 2017

Posted on 09/04/201825/05/2020 by Michelle Mortimer
Ironman African Championship South Africa 2017 - I am an Ironman! 9 April 2018 By: Michelle Mortimer (aka Morts) Living in Port Elizabeth this time of year is always exciting....Read More
Posted in Morts ThoughtsTagged ironman, south afirca
Ironman 70.3 Buffalo City

Ironman 70.3 Buffalo City

Posted on 28/12/201706/03/2019 by Michelle Mortimer
Ironman 70.3 Buffalo City 2015 28 December 2017 By: Michelle Mortimer (aka Morts) Since starting my journey to a healthier, happier me in 2011 I have tried to do a...Read More
Posted in Morts ThoughtsTagged ironman 70.3
Winging a TT – The race is on

Winging a TT – The race is on

Posted on 21/09/201706/03/2019 by Michelle Mortimer
Winging a TT 'How to accidentally end up racing, when the plan was to just partake' 21 September 2017 By: Michelle Mortimer (aka Morts) Time trialing is an especially painful,...Read More
Posted in Morts ThoughtsTagged paincave, racing, time trial
Getting Back in the Habit

Getting Back in the Habit

Posted on 24/07/201706/03/2019 by Michelle Mortimer
Getting Back in the Habit - The Struggle is Real! 24 July 2017 By: Michelle Mortimer (aka Morts) IMSA 2017 race day is in the bag, all going wonderfully to...Read More
Posted in Morts ThoughtsTagged fitness, routine, starting over
  • One of the last images we saw of the team 31hrs ag One of the last images we saw of the team 31hrs ago, they have been racing incredibly in super tough wet conditions that have destroyed there feet and made it much slower going! Coach @traceyannecampbell with @teamsonglines have been racing for 111hours & almost at the end of the 2nd last long Mtb leg, then finishing with a 19km Trek which seems to be taking teams 4.30-6hrs 😱 must be a super tough 19km! Currently racing in 5th position but it is tight between a few teams... Who knew dot watching could be so exciting 🤩
    Coach @traceyannecampbell with @teamsonglines conq Coach @traceyannecampbell with @teamsonglines conquering some huge legs already, quoting “The Trekking legs are super hard on the body & the tropical storm was crazy on the long paddle, just wanted the paddle to end for the last 20km” Throw in some scary zip lines & abseiling down waterfalls, you have Adventure Racing World Champs! They just finished Leg 5 & have 3 monster Legs still to go, 87hours of racing & currently lying 5th with 2hours of sleep. Hopefully they get some more sleep & smash the last 3 legs well. We are all super proud of you team!
    Hills are always easier when riding with the squad Hills are always easier when riding with the squad! Solid training block in full swing for Mossel Bay @imsouthafrica 70.3 . . . . . . #aspirelivefit #aspireteam #squadgoals #triathlon #swimbikerun #livefit #aspirecoaching #ironman #teammates
    Wishing powerhouse Coach @traceyannecampbell the b Wishing powerhouse Coach @traceyannecampbell the best of luck and strength as she represents South Africa at Adventure Racing World Champs with a late 2 day notice call up to race in Paraguay 🇵🇾 South America! Racing between 5-7days non-stop, will require huge strength and we send all our power to her and @teamsonglines Tackling incredibly tough legs: Leg 1 - 122km Trek Leg 2 - 94km Paddle Leg 3 - 83km Mtb Bike Leg 4 - 35km Trek Leg 5 - 74km Mtb bike Leg 6 - 33km Trek Leg 7 - 104km Mtb bike Leg 8 - 19km Trek The whole of Aspire Team will be following and supporting you all the way!
    A massive congratulations to @instagraeme_renard m A massive congratulations to @instagraeme_renard making us all super proud, nailing an incredible new PB & coming 2nd 🥈in AG at Ironman 70.3 Sunshine Coast, Australia 🇦🇺 Sensational race splits & well deserved after all the hard work you have put in! . . . . . . #ironman #ironmansunshinecoast #aspirelivefit #triathlon #swimbikerun #livefit #aspirecoaching
    Weekend Squad rides are always a great treat to ha Weekend Squad rides are always a great treat to have some good laughs & get in some quality hours of training with team mates!
    A very tough week of racing already, starting on S A very tough week of racing already, starting on Sunday & finishing this coming Saturday - 7 days of racing at the @capepioneer Well done @nixfreitas & @juanitarosemackenzie Team @action.cycles fighting hard each day and currently lying 4th in GC 🙌👏 Wishing you both strength & power for the final 2 big stages!
    A huge congratulations 🥳 to @natasjafox having A huge congratulations 🥳 to @natasjafox having a great race at the London Half marathon, doing us proud & rocking our Aspire @funkypantssa . . . . #aspirelivefit #londonmarathon #aspirecoaching
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