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Caitlin Hood's race to success and the Comrades

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On Tuesday morning, Women’s Health SA cover star and digital content creator Caitlin Hood joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen for a chat ahead of her second Comrades Marathon this Sunday, 8 June.

So why is she putting herself through it all again? What was the toughest moment from her first epic run - and what game-changing tips does she have for Comrades newbies?

Tune in for inspiration, laughs, and serious runner real talk.
2 Jun 2025 11PM English South Africa Society & Culture · Daily News

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