Midlife Mile

Midlife ain't a jog. It's a damn sprint.

Rediscover sprinting and
short-distance running

Why Start Now?

Do you still love the smell of cut grass or a sun-baked tartan track, but feel like everyone’s moved on from athletics?Are you surrounded by people obsessed with long-distance running or endurance sports, while you crave explosive action?It doesn’t need to be that way.Sprinting and short-distance running are fundamental to human physiology, which you can reclaim at any age.

Ages

Promoted for anyone in their 30s, 40s, 50s or 60s, but anyone older than 21 is also encouraged.If you are entering your quarter-life or younger than 21, reach out anyway to learn how to channel that youthful energy in the right direction.

Squads

Midlife Split Squad:
100, 200, 400 and 800m

Midlife Mile Squad:
800, 1500, Mile, 3000m Steeplechase (for the adventurous) and up to 5000m

Training Techniques

  • NO spikes required!

  • Sprint training is built on low-volume, high-quality explosive drills that are actually fun

  • Short-distance running methods combining low-threshold aerobic work with moderate high-intensity intervals

  • Short daily solo sessions, plus one or two weekly in-person sessions on the track, sports field or park

  • Unique digital platform to measure splits (midlifesplit.com coming soon)

Cost

Join us for an exciting experience at no cost. Bring your energy and enthusiasm to share with the group.

Location

We train in Cape Town, Northern Suburbs, but everyone is welcome to join the platform.Sessions take place on tartan tracks, public parks, and grass sports fields, and you can perfect your form in your home gym.

Contact

Reach out to Schalk van Heerden, the voice behind Midlife Mile, to learn more and get the training schedule.

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