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8 expert tips to make this your best walk yet!

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The takkies are ready; your crew is excited; and the countdown to Sunday’s Discovery East Coast Radio Big Walk! KZN health and fitness fundi, Lisa Raleigh, has this advice on how to make this your best walk yet:

Eat your last full meal approximately 12 hours before your start time. This is not the time for heavy, fat-laden or carb-free meals. Simply opt for a balanced meal that’s easy to digest. Grilled fish, veggies and sweet potato are a great choice.

There’s no need for a heavy breakfast on Sunday morning. Bigger meals can take up to an hour and a half to digest, demanding your body’s digestive attention. If you feel you must have more than a snack, make sure to eat at least an hour and a half before race time.

Small and nutrient-dense snacks are ideal. A poached egg on a small piece of rye, a little yoghurt and a banana, or a small bowl of oats topped with raw nuts are great snacking options. And what should you give a miss? Processed, fried and fatty foods.

Watch your water intake. Stick to your recommended daily consumption the day before your walk, drinking on an hourly basis. On Sunday, drink two glasses of water roughly two hours before the start, to allow it enough time to pass through your system.

At the start line, don’t bounce! Whilst your feet should be rotating in a circular motion, take care to move low and forward, making an effort not to lose precious energy “bouncing” up and down.

Be mindful of your posture. Try not to lean back while you move. Keep your body positioned slightly ahead of your feet. Your head should be comfortable, with your shoulders straight and not rounded.

Relax your hands when running or power walking. It may sound silly, but many runners unconsciously clench their hands into fists while they move, causing unwanted tension to the body. Looser hands will guarantee a less stressful stride.

Most of all, have fun! The Discovery East Coast Radio Big Walk is a great way to get some exercise while spending quality time with those you care about.

The Discovery East Coast Radio Big Walk is the chance to get in some exercise while enjoying the best promenade in the country. It’s a chance to spend quality time with the family, or play catch-up with friends or bond with your colleagues. All four distances, 5km, 10km, 15km and 20km, will start at uShaka Marine World and will end at People’s Park, Moses Mabhida Stadium.

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Ndlovo Youth Choir are Back!

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6 October 2025

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Following their sold-out performances at The Playhouse in 2024, this global super-choir returns for three unforgettable shows on the weekend of 18 and 19 October 2025.

If you haven’t experienced them live yet, you’re missing out on one of the most energetic, uplifting and inspiring performances you’ll ever see. E
xpect powerful vocals, vibrant rhythms and an explosion of joy that will leave you on your feet.

Show Times:

18 October 2025 – 14:30 & 18:30
19 October 2025 – 14:30

Duration:
2 hours

Buy Tickets Here.

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Candlelight Concerts in Durban

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26 August 2025

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Durban has recently joined the ranks of cultural hotspots hosting Candlelight Concerts – an immersive live music experience famed globally for its warm glow and intimate ambiance. Fans of classical and contemporary music alike are gathering in elegant settings bathed in flickering “candles” (actually safe LED-style lighting), creating magical evenings that linger in memory.

Venues:

  • The Playhouse Company in central Durban offers a grand, historic setting—its ornate architecture and superb acoustics elevate performances like Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Hans Zimmer-inspired compilations.

  • The Oyster Box Hotel in Umhlanga Rocks provides an intimate, colonial-era charm. Its gracious interiors set the stage for impactful tributes to Coldplay, Queen, Phil Collins, Adele, and more.

What’s Playing and When

Here’s a curated selection of upcoming (and some recent) concerts around Durban:

  • At The Playhouse Company:

    • The Best of Hans Zimmer: From R290 on 6 Sept (also 25 Oct)

    • Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More: Same dates and pricing as above

    • Tribute to Adele: 25 Oct at R290

  • At The Oyster Box Hotel:

    • Tribute to Coldplay: R795, multiple dates starting 5 Oct onwards

    • Tribute to Queen: Around R600–R630, 28 Sept to 28 Dec, including 28 Sept at 6pm

    • Tribute to Phil Collins: From R600, on 5 Oct and select dates

    • Christmas Classics: 21 Dec from R600

    • Coldplay & Imagine Dragons Combo: 23 Nov from R600

For all dates and performances, click here.

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80s Friday Flashback at Westown Square

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14 August 2025

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Looking for the perfect way to kick off your weekend? Say hello to 80s Friday Flashback – your new weekly ritual at The Barn, Westown Square.

On Friday nights, we’re dialing back the clock to the decade of big hair and neon flair with a DJ on the decks every week spinning iconic 80s anthems that’ll have you moonwalking into the weekend.

 Every Friday | 16:30–21:30
DJ Spike & James VN on the decks
 Free entry
Food & Drink specials from our amazing tenants.
Bonus: Ask about the Stayin’ Alive loyalty card and start earning your free cocktail or meal discounts.

Whether you’re looking to dance, dine, or just unwind from the week — we’ve got you sorted with our 80s Friday Flashback.

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