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#INDIERUNNERTAKEOVER by @tessilorgat

Whatsapp conversations with Tessie led to this, she is currently in Japan studying. I met Tessie while I was a beginner braamfie runner and I did not know anybody. A few years later we have a braamfie runner in Kyoto and because there is no crew in Kyoto...

SHE STARTED HER OWN! and during our whatsapp conversations I asked her to show us her new life. What I enjoyed about this takeover was that she exposed to her surroundings, she showed us Japanese culture.

I know that when I shop in Japan, I will have to buy large tights instead of medium because you must always buy one size up. Scroll below to immerse yourself in Japanese culture through the eyes of a Jo'burger.

Oh ja, I was actually quiet shocked that they run at 10 pm or midnight.

Hi :) @tessilorgat here, taking over this page to exchange some running pics. My crew is @braamfierunners in Joburg , but since moving to Japan last year

, I've had to find new streets and and people to run with (who I'll introduce you to in a bit). Glad to do this on the biggest day on the SA running calendar: It's #Comrades2015 !! S/O to my crew mates back home as they take on 89kms in the Ultimate Human Race @netswa @lelethujordan @yongmaster ... Stay tuned #RunRevolution #HashiroKyoto #ThatIndieRunner #IndieRunner #IndieRunnerTakeOver #MzansiGaijin #BridgeTheGap #NikeRunning #NikeWomen

Throwing back to by far the raddest run in the Land of the Rising Sun. Connected with @_k_h and @afe_tokyo a couple of days after arriving to take on Tokyo's crazy glowing Shibuya streets

. #RunRevolution #HashiroKyoto #ThatIndieRunner #IndieRunner #IndieRunnerTakeOver #MzansiGaijin #BridgeTheGap #NikeRunning #NikeWomen

Meet some of my running mates in Kyoto @ryantheelephant @ascurated @maikiyamashita @tessilorgat @daisyandchu . We are Hashirō Kyoto and you can catch us on www.hashirokyoto.com and Facebook.com/HashiroKyoto #RunRevolution #HashiroKyoto #ThatIndieRunner #IndieRunner #IndieRunnerTakeOver #MzansiGaijin #BridgeTheGap #NikeRunning #NikeWomen

This is Teramachi Arcade - a popular spot for shopping and hanging out in Kyoto. We ran here one night after the stores had closed (that's this pic) & tonight we've invited a few more people to join. Will let you know how it goes.#HashiroKyoto #LateNightArcadeTakeover #RunRevolution #ThatIndieRunner #IndieRunner #IndieRunnerTakeOver #MzansiGaijin #BridgeTheGap #NikeRunning #NikeWomen @tessilorgat @ascurated @daisyandchu @its_miyabi_tc @agira_assumane

Shopping for snacks and drinks for our runners before they arrive tonight . We plan to run 3 of these alleys for an easy 5km

#RunRevolution #HashiroKyoto #ThatIndieRunner #IndieRunner #IndieRunnerTakeOver #MzansiGaijin #BridgeTheGap #NikeRunning #NikeWomen

Always take 1 size bigger when buying clothes in Japan

! @ascurated kinda forgot this rule and can barely breathe in his Nike Pro tonight

#RunRevolution #HashiroKyoto #ThatIndieRunner #IndieRunner #IndieRunnerTakeOver #MzansiGaijin #BridgeTheGap #NikeRunning #NikeWomen #NikePro @tessilorgat

Tonight's Arcade turn up! So, this folded arms thing somehow became a thing

.... #RunRevolution #HashiroKyoto #ThatIndieRunner #IndieRunner #IndieRunnerTakeOver #MzansiGaijin #BridgeTheGap #NikeRunning #NikeWomen @tessilorgat

Kyoto has something like 2000 shrines and temples scattered around a relatively small city. You're guaranteed to pass by at least a couple on every run here, even in the shopping arcade!

#RunRevolution #HashiroKyoto #ThatIndieRunner #IndieRunner #IndieRunnerTakeOver #MzansiGaijin #BridgeTheGap #NikeRunning #NikeWomen #NikePlus @tessilorgat

Late-night run = late-night snacks

. Grabbed some Aloe yoghurt

, Salmon onigiri

& Green tea

on the way home for the long night ahead. (Still need to complete a report due tomorrow). Matcha Kit Kat

is my weekend cheat

- There's been more than 200 Kit Kat flavours introduced here

!!!#RunRevolution #HashiroKyoto #ThatIndieRunner #IndieRunner #IndieRunnerTakeOver #MzansiGaijin @tessilorgat

That sure was fun, but duty calls and so I'm signing out. You can follow@tessilorgat for more pics on running (and life) in Japan

(as told by a South African). And best you join us for a run in Kyoto soon - www.hashirokyoto.com OR Facebook.com/hashirokyoto . This pic was taken at Fushimi Inari Shrine, one of my (many) favourite places here.

🏽#RunRevolution #HashiroKyoto #ThatIndieRunner #IndieRunner #IndieRunnerTakeOver #MzansiGaijin #BridgeTheGap #NikeRunning #NikeWomen #NikePlus

#RunRevolution

Tuesday, June 02, 2015
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Mike Saes

Running Culture

Bridge Runners /// One of the most iconic crews in the world, they have been around for years. Here, I have the oppurtunity to pick the brain of this urban running legend, our #MCM for this week.

WINTER IS HERE

Q. Tell us a little bit about who you are and what you do for a living?

I'm a 44 year old "True Yorker" and a struggling entrepreneur.

Q. How do you balance your exercise regime and your professional life?
I incorporated it into my lifestyle so I don't see it as exercise. I bike to places to drink and eat, I run to socialize and sight see, I don't workout.

Q. When and why did you start running?
I didn't run track but I ran in the train tracks as a kid.

Q. What motivates you to go out there, when you do not feel like it?

It's my job, I don't need motivation, I'm a motivator!

Q. What is the longest distance you have ran?
100 miles in under 25 hours.

Q. What gives you the confidence to run in the streets?

I run these streets.

Q. What do you think about the lack of exercise among the youth?
I plan to change it.

Q. What was your best running experience?
My best is yet to come.

Q. What was your worst running experience?
My worst is forgotten.

Q. How do you push through the pain?
I move it to other parts and rotate.

Q. What advice can you give somebody who wants to start running?
Get with a Crew!

Q. Which Social media sites are you on and how can one follow you?
Just instagram with @BRidgerunners @mikesaes and @trueyorkers @BRidgerollers

My best running shoes is …

Nike Miler

I love running because …

It's therapeutic

Injury is …

Forbidden

My body is …

Still standing

My running playlist has …
Theme songs from open windows and old men on bikes.

I hate running when …

I never hate running but I do hate "Rooster Runs"

Pain is …
Strength

The road …

Less traveled

Sweat is …
Swag

In future, I would like to run …
Marathons when I'm 80

Indie means …

My son but with a "Y"

I do not like runners who …
Fart in front of me during marathons.

#RunRevolution

Monday, June 01, 2015
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Mariella Dierks

Running Culture

Life without my phone is so hard, I just realised that the #RunRevolution movement is largely dependent on my phone. I hope I get it back soon. Presenting our #WCW on a thursday, because we indie like that and my phone never loved me.

Q. Tell us a little bit about who you are and what you do for a living?

I am a 23 year old German speaking student living in Cape Town. I am currently in my final year of university, studying dietetics. I have always had a passion for sport and that is why I decided to study sport science for my undergraduate degree and doing dietetics as a postgraduate, in the hope of one day doing sports nutrition for a living. I don’t only run but I am also a passionate lifesaver and I have recently completed my first half iron man and the bug has bitten and I am now training for my second one.

Q. How do you balance your exercise regime and your professional life?

Its difficult to manage all the training as well as university commitments. There are definitely sacrifices that one has to make if you want to improve in your sport and get better and especially your social life does take a bit of a backseat but once you have achieved that Personal Best that you have trained for, it is all worth it.

Time management is key!

Q. When and why did you start running?

I actually got into running a bit by coincidence. I went to the German school and every two years, all the German schools in South Africa come together and have an interschool athletic championship. I actually only sprinted at school but I was put into the 800m team. Turns out I was not too shabby and I ended up winning the 800m race at that competition. That is what sparked my flame. I also used my cousins 2 oceans entry that year because he ended up being injured and running my first two oceans at 16 was an amazing experience and I have run it every year since. I have also recently discovered my love for trail running about a year ago and this has definitely become a massive passion. I love the rush of sprinting down steep technical sections, not knowing whats around the next corner. It’s a different ballgame to street running.

Q. What motivates you to go out there, when you do not feel like it?

I often don’t feel like getting up to train early especially when its cold,windy or when i'm tired, or whatever the reason may be. But I also know that if I don’t get up and go run, I will regret it afterwards and I know how good I always feel after I have exercised. Therefore It is a bit of a mind battle at times to hop out of bed and get going but usually the better wins.

Q. What is the longest distance you have ran?

Bay to Bay this year - 30km

Q. What gives you the confidence to run in the streets?

Knowing how good it makes me feel

Q. What do you think about the lack of exercise among the youth?

I feel that it Cape Town the youth is very active and its so great to see everyone get out there and participate in the fun.

Q. What was your best running experience?

I have had so many good running experiences so it is difficult to pinpoint just one. But achieving something that you thought was impossible is definitely a very rewarding moment and it shows you how much you are capable of! Like this year I improved my two oceans half time by 7 minutes even though I had run the 10km trail race the day before. This was something I did not expect and it was such a reward to have my body deliver at the right time.

Q. What was your worst running experience?

I entered a trail race last year and it was extremely tough. I was not prepared in that I did not take enough food with me therefore I ended up being starving and my blood sugar dropped and I felt terrible. Needless to say that was the longest feeling race of my life. I did however decide to enter this race again this year to face my demons and this time I came prepared and I ended up coming in third lady which I was extremely stoked about!

Q. How do you push through the pain?

I try to tell myself that the pain will subside but what I will achieve if I push through the pain will last! “pain is temporary, glory is forever’’ as they say. It is such a mind game most of the time. Your mind will tell you you cant go further but you can! It takes time to build mental strength to overcome negative thoughts. I still struggle with them but then I try to remind myself that this is what I love to do and that I must just go and enjoy myself!

Q. What advice can you give somebody who wants to start running?

Put on your shoes and get out there!-NOT on a treadmill because that is not a real running experience! Start slowly and set small progress goals, like entering a race that you can train towards. I feel that it is so important to have milestones like this because it gives you something to train towards and to measure your improvement.

Q. Which Social media sites are you on and how can one follow you?

I am on Instagram @marielladierks J

My best running shoes is … Saucony for road and Asics for trail

I love running because … it sets me free

Injury is … a speedbump in your journey

My body is … my toolkit

My running playlist has … been fairly non-existent! Nature is key!

I hate running when … its windy

Pain is … temporary

The road … is part of your journey

Sweat is … a sign that you’re doing something right

In future, I would like to run … faster

Indie means … laid back

I do not like runners who … are negative

#RunRevolution

Thursday, May 28, 2015
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Maru Moremogolo

Running Culture

The future mayor, our #MCM

Q. Tell us a little bit about who you are and what you do for a living?

Born in a small village called Sephai in the North West, and raised in Mamelodi , just outside Pretoria, I am admitted Advocate of the High Court, work as a parliamentary legal advisor. I enjoy jazz music, play me Miles or Nina anytime of the day, and will be forever grateful, while at it, put single malt with two rocks, then I am happy. I read and write poetry and books

Q. How do you balance your exercise regime and your professional life?

I work flexible hours, so I safe an hour or two, three times a week, to run or visit the gym, otherwise work is for the mornings, and blessed to work for an institution that has three recess a year.

Q. When and why did you start running?

I ran my first ten kilometres, 19 years ago in high school, it was called Solomon Mahlangu Marathon, because, Solomon was my childhood hero, I honoured the race, and even helped fundraise for it. It started just outside my house, and by the time it finished I had lost all my taxi fare, had to walk 10k home. Lol . Then last year I was in the shower I saw this growing belly and I was scared I might no longer see ‘junior’ so I decide to start running again. Also the vitality points help, but more so, what Jonas Gwangwa says about ‘flowers of the nation’ on the road with their tights and colourful shirts , made me to run every weekend

Q. What motivates you to go out there, when you do not feel like it?

A lot of this, my Nike+ app, when I see it every day after the race, the fact that I shape well, the camaradie at the races, the finish line, the braai hosted by my club the Phobians, and the fact that I will be at home by 11 after the race, during the week I am motivated by less stress after the race, long salt bath, the thinking on the road, my beautiful neighbourhood, the people walking dogs.

Q. What is the longest distance you have ran?

42 Km

Q. What gives you the confidence to run in the streets?

Because I reclaim, the street and the city, I go by the #FutureMayor of Tshwane, for by the time I run for political office I would have ran every street in my City .

Q. What do you think about the lack of exercise among the youth?

Parenting, parents seem not encouraging children and youth to exercise, they buy the play stations and give them pocket money for malls, and it is generally a societal problem , you must see twitter when there is load shedding, people complaining about the television. Exercise and good health (healthy eating) as also not marketed as sexy.

Q. What was your best running experience?

Running Akasia Marathon in January 2015, to qualify for Two Oceans. The other one is running for the first time with the bus, however every race in Pretoria is my best experience as I plan to run all the streets.

Q. What was your worst running experience?

My first 42.2 kilometres, I got home in six house, with a running tummy, you can imagine holding it for that long.

Q. How do you push through the pain?

Pain is just that pain, but I also heal my legs first before another run.

Q. What advice can you give somebody who wants to start running?

Buy proper running shoes and run

Q. Which Social media sites are you on and how can one follow you?

Facebook: Marukgwane Tshiamo Moremogolo

Twitter: @adv_maru

Instagram: marukgwane

Hashtags : #FutureMayor #RunningMayor #CoolAdv #CuteAdv

My best running shoes is …

Adidas cool

I love running because …

it is mostly free and refreshing

Injury is …

not yet

My body is …

in better shape

My running playlist has …

I listen to the trees and birds, scared that music might make me not hear the cars from behind. I listen to jazz when done

I hate running when …

it thunders and hails

Pain is …

pain

The road …

is my poetry, my prayer room, my meditation sofa, my all

Sweat is …

is beautiful,

In future, I would like to run …

the Cuban streets

Indie means …

I am finding out, should try the music soon

I do not like runners who …

who take water at water points and throw it on the floor

#RunRevolution

Monday, May 25, 2015
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