I run because I love to live a life where my choices are limitless. I can eat/ drink whatever I like, try whatever sport I want and feel full of energy each day.

5 Questions with Joe

1) What’s your proudest moment in running?

The ongoing dedication it takes to keep fit…. it's clear when you’re not putting in the work!

2) What do you love most about your local running community?

I love how accessible it is and how so many new people are giving it a try and finding steps to live a more active and healthy life. They also make new friends along the way.

3) How do you stay motivated during tough trainings/races?

I do find this quite difficult sometimes, I just think of those who have suffered a lot more and put into perspective that it’s a blessing to be able to have the choice to go on a run. Not everybody has that privilege and when it’s taken away from you, you realise that. I had spinal surgery when I was 15 and had to stay in bed for months and I think of how much I couldn’t wait to get moving again during that time.

4) What's the biggest challenge you've faced in your running journey?