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Andries Lodder
Biokineticist
Biokineticist at the Technogym Wellness Centre in Fourways, Johannesburg, lecturer in exercise science and Ironman finisher. Andries specialises in sport and orthopaedic rehabilitation and sport-specific testing and conditioning. (www.topbio.co.za)

Barry Holland
Coach
Running coach with 33 years’ experience. Member of Jeppe Quondam, has run 37 consecutive Comrades Marathons. His PBs include 1:17:21 (21km), 2:39:30 (42km) and 6:29:22 (Comrades).
Toni Hesp
Physio

Physiotherapist in Edenvale, Johannesburg. Has finished 20 Comrades, three Ironmans and two New York Marathons, plus various cycling and canoeing events. Member of Jeppe Quondam.

David van Wyk
Physio

Sport physiotherapist with private sport and orthopaedic practices in Elarduspark and Faerie Glen, Pretoria. Member of AS Eagles Running Club, sub-45min 10km runner.

Adrian Stevens
Physio

Has been in practice for 15 years and integrates complementary medicine such as acupuncture, kinesiology and Body Alignment with his treatments. Also developed his Integration Technique, which is aimed at achieving a structural, bio-chemical, psychological, energetic balance and overall optimal health.

Gavin Shang
Sports Physician
Sports Physician at the Rosebank Centre for Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics in Johannesburg. Holds a Masters degree in Sports Medicine and has worked with numerous top local and international sports people over the years.
Gregory Duddy
Chiropractor
Chiropractor in private practice in Randhart, Alberton, with a special focus on sports chiropractic. Has formerly worked as the Springbok rugby team doctor and All African Games doctor, and has helped SA’s Olympic athletes and Protea cricketers.
Franklin Dubowitz
Podiatrists

Medical Orthotist and Podiatrist at the Centre for Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics in Rosebank, Johannesburg, with 28 years’ experience diagnosing and treating runners and other sportspeople, including many top cricketers.

Natasha Galloway
Podiatrists

Podiatrist in private practice at Dunvegan Medical Centre in Edenvale, Johannesburg.

Christine Peters
Dietician

Dietician at Sunninghill Medical Centre, Johannesburg. Member of Morningside Country Club with eight years running experience, including two finishes in the Two Oceans Marathon.

Kathleen McQuaide-Little
Sports Science

Sport scientist and Health Promotions Manager at the Sports Science Institute of South Africa in Cape Town, and a member of Celtic Harriers with many years running experience, including four Comrades and eight Two Oceans medals.

Andrew N. Bosch
Sports Science

Associate Professor at the University of Cape Town/MRC Research Unit for Exercise Science and Sports Medicine, Sports Science Institute of South Africa. Member of Edgemead Running Club and avid trail runner.

Sean Falconer
Gear

Running journalist and editor with ten years’ experience of writing gear columns and reviews, from clothing and shoe buyers’ guides to watches, heart rate monitors, GPS units and sunglasses. Member of Helderberg Harriers, been running for 15 years.




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