Mental is as important as physical: Gerda Steyn on pressures at elite level

Steyn has been easily the most successful female ultra road runner in South Africa of the last half-decade, but such a track record comes with a price

17 January 2025 - 04:30

South African ultra-distance queen Gerda Steyn had Two Oceans for breakfast and Comrades Marathons for lunch, but admits aiming for or attempting to maintain such a standard comes with immense pressure that can lead to mental health challenges. ..

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