Home Of Champions’ Insightful Take From Typical Track Day
On a typical track intervals day, a visit to one of the busy tracks in Eldoret (the home of champions), Kapsabet, or Iten is enough to show the level of competition and the depth of…
8 tips to help you stay focused on your fitness goals
As the first month of 2026 comes to a close, many people start to lose focus on their fitness goals. This is normal. Even the holy book says that beginnings are tough: ‘the end of…
Running, Family, Lessons, Loss, and Triumphs from 2025; a Year of Growth
Over time, I have come to learn that when you love anything—especially something as rewarding as running—it will definitely love you back in ways you might never expect. The sense of fulfillment, belonging, and personal…
12 valuable lessons that running teaches about life
While running the Hudson River Marathon in 2023, one runner made a break within the first two kilometres of the race, opening up a sizeable gap of about two hundred meters. I was in a…
Great Christmas Gifts for Runners
Selecting thoughtful gifts for runners in your life can be both exhilarating and deeply fulfilling. People often hold that the most cherished gifts come straight from the heart, highlighting the significance of personal connections over…
Choosing the right running shoe; important information to have
When embarking on the quest for the ideal running shoes, it’s essential to consider a range of specific features tailored to your individual running needs. Ideally, you should curate a collection of at least three…
Should one visit Kenya for optimal long distance running training?
Many foreign runners have, at some point in their careers, decided to visit Kenya for long-distance training, leading to significant changes not only in their careers but also in their lives. Zane and Jake Robertson…
How do I find an ideal personal running coach?
What to consider in a personal running coach When searching for a personal running coach, there are several important factors to consider, including experience, connection, customisation, costs, proof of results, and communication, among others. With…
The three crucial marathon training phases for race-day success
Completing a marathon is a formidable challenge. Runners must navigate three distinct marathon training phases to successfully tackle this physically demanding task, which requires careful preparation and commitment. With the guidance of a personal running…
Kenyan runners face the greatest challenges in the world, but still rule
They say, “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” This saying aptly applies to Kenyan runners, who often face challenges that eventually make them world champions. The creative innovations they devise to remain in their…
Clients I coach online, their success stories and world records
September, October and November have often been my joyous months as an online coach, with most of my clients hitting their goals in the road running season. Two of my clients registered massive PBs in…
Run for fitness, not to compete; what I swore in 2020
In the 1990s, I lived around 5km away from my primary school. School rules required that the upper primary pupils report to school by 5:30 AM. Three pressure lamps lit the rooms, allowing us to…