I tried to keep it secret, but the story got into the newspapers. It was more difficult for my family, who couldn't understand why the media wouldn't leave me in peace.

Spend at least some of your training time, and other parts of your day, concentrating on what you are doing in training and visualizing your success.

I am about to get involved with the biggest cancer hospital in Norway. They are building a fitness center to work with patients. I will be a consultant.

Another inspiration that has helped me get through has been Lance Armstrong's story. My cancer is not nearly as bad as his, but I believe in staying motivated and keeping as fit as you can.

I'm never going to run this again.

There is something about the ritual of the race - putting on the number, lining up, being timed - that brings out the best in us.

I'll never do that again!