Inspiration + Perspiration + On = Elizabeth Potter

Last year, an incredible runner, Elizabeth Potter, won a pair of On Cloudsurfer 7 shoes after participating in the 2023 TRACN4 Elands Marathon. Known for their cushioning and seamless heel-to-toe transitioning, the Cloudsurfer 7 has become her go-to race shoe. Since winning the prize, she’s completed multiple races in her On shoes, becoming a regular podium finisher in her age group.

Tomorrow, Elizabeth competes in the 2024 TRACN4 Elands Marathon. We caught up with this passionate runner to hear more about her journey and racing insights.

Incredibly, Elizabeth only began running professionally at the age of 46. Her story proves it’s never too late to join a club, build a routine, and chase athletic success.

She attributes her achievements to one powerful combo: consistency and discipline. These qualities have shaped her training, recovery, and racing mindset.

Recent Racing Highlights

• 1st Master Lady – Varsity Kudus
• 2nd Master Lady – Dischem 21km
• 1st Master and 3rd Overall – Springs Striders 32km
• 1st Master Lady (race and championship) – Johnson Crane Hire

Among her peers, regular runners call her “the captain”, while elite athletes see her as serious “competition”. With that reputation, she’s learned how to manage performance stress through focused preparation and training strategy.

Elizabeth’s proudest moment came in 2023, when she won gold in all four SA Championship events she qualified for in the Masters category:

• SA Marathon Champs
• SA Half Marathon Champs
• SA 10km Champs
• SA Cross Country Champs

A clean sweep—simply inspiring!

Her racing philosophy focuses less on speed and more on moderation and repetition. Nutritionally, she sticks to her usual diet, only introducing carbo-loading in the lead-up to race day.

We asked Elizabeth about the best training advice she’s received from her coach and fellow runners. Here’s her golden list:

• Don’t overtrain
• Don’t race every training session
• Start your race at a good pace, then build from there

Elizabeth Potter — a mother, runner, inspiration, and force in South African women’s running — we wish you all the best for the 2024 TRACN4 Elands Marathon. We’ll be cheering as you turn it On at the start line!