Megan Cunnama, Bonita Suckling & Lusapho April’s Ironman 70.3 Experience

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Post Ironman 70.3 Buffalo City week and some amazing stories are starting to emerge following the race. Tri Talk SA was there and we would like to say thanks to everyone who came and said hi or dished out a high five on the run. Last week we caught up with a few of the contenders for the title including eventual winners, James Cunnama and Jodie Swallow, this week we chat a few people who have cool 70.3 stories to share. On Tri Talk SA episode 25 this week:Bonita Suckling with JedBrad caught up with Megan Cunnama about her race and what an awesome day it turned out to be for the Cunnama’s. James won, Megan got a pb and their mom, Margie, completed her first Ironman 70.3 in 2014.Bonita Suckling shares her incredible journey to Ironman 70.3 and her race itself. Bonita lost her son Jed a few years ago and has used the sport of triathlon to not only rediscover her zest for life after his death but also as a vehicle to raise awareness and much needed cash for childhood cancer organisation Rainbows and Smiles. You can also connect with Bonita on Twitter or throw a few rand her way as she raises funds in the build-up to Ironman South Africa in April.Lusapho April, South African Olympian and recent third place finisher at the 2013 New York Marathon, tells us about his experience of running the half marathon as part of the team that finished second at ...
30 Jan 2014 English South Africa Sports · Health & Fitness

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