The editorial reflects on the cultural and dietary shifts surrounding Easter Weekend, weaving in personal anecdotes and local references. The author, Mike Schreiber, contrasts the traditional carb-loading practices of past runners with the rise of the low-carb, high-fat (LCHF) “Banting” diet, a trend he humorously attributes to the influence of Dr. Tim Noakes, a figure once known for advocating carbohydrate-heavy pre-race meals. The piece highlights the irony of Noakes’ earlier advice—encouraging runners to consume copious amounts of pizza and pasta before races—now seemingly at odds with his current stance on the Banting diet. The article also nods to the iconic Two Oceans marathon, a staple of Easter Weekend for many, and the author’s own nostalgic memories of preparing for the event, juxtaposed with the modern-day spectacle of thousands of “banters” fueling their runs with steak, salmon, and olives.
Schreiber’s tone is conversational, laced with self-deprecating humor about his own