46 year old Danie writes: In August 1992 my brother in law encouraged me to run with him. We did a 15 km training run. I enjoyed it so much that I’ve not stopped running since.
From 1993 to 2007 I have run about 40 ultras and marathons including ultras like Om die dam, City to City, Loskop, Stell to Steel, Jackie Meckler, Jock of the Bushveld, Chatsworth, Bergville and others.
I have run in 12 comrades marathons but only finished 8 of them. I missed finishing two of them by just two minutes. My best time was 9h55 min in 1994. I ran my first comrades in 1993 and managed to come in the same time as my brother in law. Also I want to get my green number for comrades.
My best marathon time is 3h59 min. I still want to run the two oceans and do a 100 miler one day. Running is a passion of mine .It can be hard work, but it keeps me fit and feeling young. I love running with the afternoon group with all my crazy but good friends.
I belong to the umhlathuze athletic club. They are good at organizing races and always encourage and motivate their members...
My nick name is Poskantoor as I work for the post office. Running has made a big difference to my life .Running improves your health, helps you stay fit and gives you lot of energy.
My family always encourages me and especially my wonderful wife. She always supports me.
