Newsletter 11 - 19 July 2011

Hey SA Men!

Have you been to your local track yet? Well this is not something one thinks of doing very often, but I did this on Saturday! I popped down to the Melkbos 4x4 track, which is the Cape Moto-X club’s race track and what an awesome experience.They had their club race day, where I bumped into an old school friend of mine who’s laaitie was riding. The family atmosphere and the kiddies racing against each other was something to behold, try it, you might just like it even if you don’t ride yourself!

Getting fit for the summer is not easy, especially when winter is bone chilling cold, which we’re having to contend with at the moment. So when a nice day appears, one has to make the most of it, just to get going, and that is what I did Sunday when I went for a ride with my in-law at the Koeberg Nature reserve. Since I pay premium for my electricity, it was nice to know I did not have to pay to go in and ride. Go and find the closest nature reserve and see if they allow you to go for a walk, run, or ride. There is something about a nature reserve that gives you that much needed tranquility.

Talking about sport, do you think the Boks stand a chance against the ego-dented Wallabies? Well done to the Amakosi for a great win against Tottenham Hot Spurs! ABSA Currie Cup started with some highs and lows, I am sure I don’t have to highlight these results for all of you supporters. I know how I feel! Just a shout out to Dylan Stoke (15 years old) who won his moto-x race at Melkbos 4x4, who, with a puncture still managed to win with 3 laps to go, this is a talent for the future!

Current Hot Topics:

SA Men’s Man of the Week - Nelson Mandela

Our Man of the Week goes to a very special man: Nelson Mandela. He is, without a doubt, the most important figure in South African history, who’s touched the lives of millions and who fought for many years to change the face of our country for the better. Nelson Mandela, or Madiba as many like to call him, celebrates his 93rd birthday today.

http://www.samen.co.za/index.php/lifestyle-man-of-the-week/652-man-of-the-week

Whatsupzanzi

Three adventurers from Cape Town, Regardt Botes, Christo Smeda and Flip du Plessis set off in the early hours of Sunday morning, 17 July 2011, on an expedition paddle to Robben Island.

http://www.samen.co.za/index.php/adventure/654-whatsupzanzi-bobsforgood-zanzibar-cabrina

Cape Town Motorcross Club Racing Results

The track was prepared and manicured to national standard, the weather was fantastic and almost 700 spectators packed the stands at the Melkbos track to watch the days racing.

http://www.samen.co.za/index.php/sport/661-cape-town-motorcross-club-racing-results-motorsports-sa
Change your life, do a Tri-fit course at SSISA!

At the end of last year I nearly drowned in the ocean, I was swimming and swimming and I  was going down like a wet blanket.  I managed to get my arm up and  wave at the life guard to save me. A 15 year old girl came swimming towards me like a fish, I asked her with my last breath if I could stand. She replied TRI!! So I did, and eureka, I am standing waist high in the surf.

http://www.samen.co.za/index.php/sport/642-ssisatri-fitlife

The Skype’s the limit

Mary Shilleto, CEO of Thompsons Travel, which specialises in providing seamless corporate travel solutions to the business sector, gives us 10 reasons why corporate travel, a necessity for many of us, but which means time away from the office and loved ones, is better than Skyping.

http://www.samen.co.za/index.php/business/655-mary-shilletothompsons-travelskypingcorporate-travel

Red Bull X-fighters brings you the illest FMX champion

Legendary South African FMX champion and Red Bull Athlete, Nick De Wit is set to take to the South African skies with his personal selection of the best riders in the country. Crowds will be treated to an acrobatic display of modern FMX; with big moves and big ‘cojones’ on display at this year’s Red Bull X-Fighters Jams.

http://www.samen.co.za/index.php/sport/640-redbullxtreme

Legends, Myths and Lore of the ABSA Currie Cup

South Africa’s premier national rugby competition, the Absa Currie Cup, is the oldest contest of its kind anywhere in the world and belongs to all of us by birthright. Crammed full of heroes, bravery and some of the greatest sporting stories ever told, the Absa Currie Cup is truly a South African event, filled with the blood, sweat and tears of generations of rugby players and fans.

http://www.samen.co.za/index.php/rugby/639-absa-curriecup-myths

How to build yourself a bigger brain

Push-ups, crunches, gyms, personal trainers - people have many strategies for building bigger muscles and stronger bones. But what can one do to build a bigger brain? Well, you might not have thought it possible, but US researchers have an idea… Meditate.

http://www.samen.co.za/index.php/wellness/635-ucla

Girl Next Door Newbies
Have you been keeping up with the on going search for SA’s hottest calender girls? All the new entrants have been keeping us on the edge of our seats. This weeks newbies: Zoe Fernandez, Ellen Mahlangu, Bianca Biccard, Bianca Holmes and Celeste Stanley. We unfortunately have to remain impartial, but nothing stops you from showing them your appreciation, go on! Pick your favourite.  

Cheers