I run in practically every single road race in my country, 5k, 10k just to promote the sport.

The most important part of this is to prepare the athlete for life in general and then be able to compete.

The medal is not for yourself. It couldn't be done without the support and help of my people, runners, and coaches

We want to promote the great quality of athletics - and maintain it's integrity - all over the world.

I run in practically every single road race in my country, 5k, 10k just to promote the sport.

If we carry on filling up the calendar, we keep on pushing the athlete, we shorten the athletes longevity. The risk is to shorten a career that could have lasted 10 years because the athlete is burnt out.

I got involved in athletics during physical education lessons at school.