My running streak began with a 5km virtual race with my friend Eve during the pandemic and progressed to a full marathon with my friend Odin in October 2023.

Running has benefited me greatly, and I’ve shared this passion by starting running clubs for my students with some amazing colleagues, Caroline, Evelyne and Genevieve and with the help of the fantastic run coach Seanna Robinson.  I wish to complete a second marathon, this time, learning how to run faster.  My first ever fitness coach, Nicole, has shown me the value of having a mentor.  With this in mind, as well as following the recommendation of my running guru, Tanja, I am  taking on my next goal with the support of others.  Learning how to get better at running  started by joining Culture Athletics Group Training in Toronto at the beginning of this year.  Running up pottery road repeatedly at -20 degrees, I couldn’t have done without a group of supporting people all cheering each other on. This might already sound crazy to some, but I think the craziest part is not the sub zero training, but it’s the other extreme which is the start of my next undertaking. 

My current challenge is training for the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, the first part of this training being nowhere other than Malaysia, a place close to my heart. Despite the HEAT and humidity, I’m determined to overcome this new obstacle. I’m also partnering with my new coach in Malaysia, Jeff Ross, to raise money for the following 3 charities.

Please support me in this journey by donating to these wonderful causes. Thank you!