Athletes of Murphy’s Law Health and Fitness (MLAW), a Bloemfontein-based online coaching business founded by Neil and Angelique Murphy, excelled at the Northern Cape Semipro Bodybuilding Championships held on 23 May in Kimberley.

Four of the athletes will now represent the Northern Cape and Free State at the South African National Bodybuilding Championships in Cape Town in August.

The team heading to the nationals comprises:

■ Neil Murphy – Classic Masters Bodybuilding and Masters Bodybuilding,

■ Jean-Marie Cokayne – Bikini Division,

■ Alistair Cokayne – Men’s Physique Division, and

■ Juan Kaplen – Body Fitness Division.

Qualifying for the nationals represents the culmination of months of disciplined training, structured nutrition, posing practice, and personal sacrifice.

“Our goal has never been just about trophies. We want to help people become the best version of themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually. Seeing four athletes qualify for Nationals is a reflection of years of hard work, consistency, and faith. We are incredibly proud to represent the Northern Cape and Free State on the national stage.”

The team will spend the coming weeks finalising preparations for Cape Town as they pursue national honours.