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Local running club celebrates love on the road

A themed run turned Valentine’s month into a fun fitness celebration for Nedbank Running Club Sandton.

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Taolo Modisi. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

The Nedbank Running Club Sandton proved that love can also be shared on the road.

Troye Brady. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

To celebrate the month of love, club members dressed in red and took part in a themed run on February 18 at Riverclub, offering 3km, 5km, and 8km options. Whether walking or running, everyone joined in the fun.

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Grant Hallowell. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

The atmosphere was relaxed and joyful, with members encouraging one another along the route. The bright red outfits added a festive touch, making the group stand out, but the celebration did not end at the finish line. After the run, members gathered at a local restaurant to enjoy pizza and beer, turning the fitness event into a social afternoon.

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According to committee member Taolo Modisi, themed runs play an important role in keeping the club active and united. “It is lovely to see the club growing, and it is always cool to have themed runs like this one.”

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Duduzile Khumalo

Duduzile Ipiphany Khumalo is a dedicated bubbly journalist at the Sandton Chronicle, specialising in community-based news. She is passionate about capturing and sharing each community's unique stories and lifestyle events. Her commitment is to heartfelt reporting and ensuring every voice is heard and every story is told.

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