Shaping his life through the sport as both a livelihood and a source of physical and mental strength - shares his journey into the world of running and what the sport means to him.
Shaping his life through the sport as both a livelihood and a source of physical and mental strength - shares his journey into the world of running and what the sport means to him.
Kenya
2006
Francis, a Kenyan athlete from Kitwii Sublocation in Kangundo District, Machakos County, began his running journey in 2006 while in secondary school.
Inspired by his older brother’s dedication to the sport, he developed a passion for athletics and pursued it seriously after high school.
Now, he splits his time between Kenya and Taiwan, competing at a high level and securing victories in several races across Asia.
Francis, a Kenyan athlete from Kitwii Sublocation in Kangundo District, Machakos County, began his running journey in 2006 while in secondary school.
Inspired by his older brother’s dedication to the sport, he developed a passion for athletics and pursued it seriously after high school.
Now, he splits his time between Kenya and Taiwan, competing at a high level and securing victories in several races across Asia.
Matsu Marathon
Kaohsiung Fubon Marathon
Running Fuels My Body, Mind, and Soul.
Beyond the financial aspect, Francis explains that he runs to keep physically fit and mentally strong. Training provides him with a sense of comfort, relieves stress, and boosts his energy levels.
Running Fuels My Body, Mind, and Soul.
Beyond the financial aspect, Francis explains that he runs to keep physically fit and mentally strong. Training provides him with a sense of comfort, relieves stress, and boosts his energy levels.
Recognizing his potential, Francis joined the Machakos Athletics Club under the guidance of Coach Paul Mutwii, the Vice Chairman of Athletics Kenya.
Training alongside experienced athletes who excelled in international competitions and earned a living through running further motivated him. Over time, running became more than just a sport - it became his livelihood, enabling him to pay his bills and support himself.
Recognizing his potential, Francis joined the Machakos Athletics Club under the guidance of Coach Paul Mutwii, the Vice Chairman of Athletics Kenya.
Training alongside experienced athletes who excelled in international competitions and earned a living through running further motivated him. Over time, running became more than just a sport - it became his livelihood, enabling him to pay his bills and support himself.
