We arrived in South Africa feeling optimistic my injury would improve enough to give Comrades a go but after days of doing everything I can to fix it, it was time to make the final call. So follow along today as we do a tour of the course, head to North Beach parkrun and chat about my decision. Awesome training plans to get you that PB you deserve! https://benparkes.com/collections/plans The best running and casual gear with fast worldwide shipping! Use code YOUTUBE for 10% off your order: https://benparkes.com/collections/merchandise Follow along on Social Media! Second Channel - @benparkestheextramile Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/benparkes Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/benparkesruns Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/benparkes Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/2310069 Join the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZPqG0yh_xPm2AyLjffbDvw/join

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