I am living in Norway, where I am under the care of the best cancer doctor in Norway and I can be closer to my family.

I love running. It's as simple as that ... it has given me endless rewards: physical, emotional, and professional. The benefits of running are lifelong. I ran as a child, and I intend to run into my old age.

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.

My goal has always been to introduce other people to running. They might accomplish something they never thought they could.

In terms of fitness and battling through cancer, exercise helps you stay strong physically and mentally.

Running gives me a clearer perspective on the world, and it makes me feel special. I've never been a traditional tourist. I've always seen the world by running, and that has allowed me to view things in a different way. Places look different in the early-morning hours, when the streets are deserted.

What Fred Lebow went through was an inspiration for me. You have to set goals for yourself.