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Lessons on Efficiency & Teaming from a 100-Mile Trail Race. On 26 November, shortly before 4am, I completed my 7th 100-mile trail race. My time was 34:57 — 4 hours and 58 minutes behind my goal time. I have enjoyed some of the major milers in the country: UTD, Karkloof and Mac Mac (still my … Read more
The Middle Adventure – Rhino Peak 31st Aug – 2nd Sep Go on an adventure which encourages and equips you to keep going through The Middle – the territory you must navigate in pursuit of your goals. The Middle Adventure – Rhino Peak is a unique opportunity for anyone who leads themselves and others through … Read more
With so much writing around the topic I have felt the need to simplify what resilience is and confirm what I feel is absolutely relevant to individuals and teams within todays context. The two photo’s I shared are foundational to my understanding of resilience. Pic: Devin Paisley The first photo was taken exactly 32km … Read more
This year I ran my second UTD160, a 100-mile trail run which spans across two countries (Lesotho and South Africa) and includes summiting the highest peak in Southern Africa, Thabana Ntlenyana. It’s an experience which is hard to put into words and one which will see you navigate extreme highs and lows to reach the … Read more
It’s hard to describe in words what takes place on an adventure such as this. The reality is, you needed to be there to truly grab on to the significance of a traverse through the Pondoland. Each day offers something unique, turning this challenge into a journey of discovery for everyone who decided to join. … Read more
The Middle challenges you to ride 140km through the Pondoland from Magwa Tea Estate (Mboyti) to the Wild Coast Sun over 4 days. The challenge takes place from the 19th November – 22nd November. The Middle Challenge is a not a race. It’s an adventure. At The Middle, we believe adventure teaches us more about … Read more
The Middle Challenge is a not a race. It’s an adventure outside the comfort zone. An adventure which shifts our perspective about what truly matters, and teaches us more about who we are and what we can achieve. Each challenge requires you to stand on a start line, navigate The Middle and reach the finish. … Read more
At 04h00 I listened to the voice note from Chris, a friend of mine who had invited me to join him on a MTB ride from Mboyti to Port Edward through the Pondoland. Having hiked and run this section a few times before I was keen to experience it by bike, a sport I have … Read more
Here is a list of values you may like to look at for The Middle Journey online course. Authenticity Achievement Active Citizenship Adventure Autonomy Balance Boldness Compassion Courage Challenge Community Creativity Curiosity Fairness Faith Fame Friendships Fun Grit Growth Happiness Harmony Honesty Humor Inclusivity Influence Impact Justice Kindness Knowledge Leadership Learning Love Loyalty Meaningful Work … Read more
It was 6am. The three of us stood anxiously at the finish line. 44 hours ago, a cowbell had signalled the start of the UTD160. A small crowd was gathered, staring out at the mountains looking for the sign of the few remaining runners still out there. It was an hour from cut off. One … Read more