Gerda Steyn: The Queen of Comrades shares her secret weapon

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Comrades queen Gerda Steyn joins East Coast Breakfast to share golden advice for first-time runners, reveal what she whispers to herself when the pain kicks in, and reminds us all that running almost 90km is as much about your mind as it is your legs.

Whether you’re running on Sunday or just cheering from the sidelines with a cappuccino, you'll want to hear this!
2 Jun 2025 3AM English South Africa Society & Culture · Daily News

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