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 of New Zealand are among the best examples. Other notable runners who have visited Kenya to train include Great Britain’s…
The good news Hey everyone! I’m thrilled to share some exciting news with you all about the 2025 Philadelphia Marathon! As a Kenyan master’s runner who’s over 40, a coach, and a sports journalist, I’ve been lucky enough to inspire many people to embrace active lifestyles. It’s been an incredible journey, and now I have…
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 coach, and following a program that ensures all the stages are completed at the proper time, a good race day…
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 training harden them and make them able to navigate the different challenges that a race day could throw at them….
