Members of the Month (October)
InnerFight: Kahina Allou
Kahina has been excelling in classes throughout October, making no excuses as she balances pregnancy and workouts!
She shows up, gets it done, and does so with a smile on her face. Thank you for being such an inspiration, Kahina!
Youth: Jaidaa Mesehly
Meet Jaidaa Mesehly, our inspiring October Member of the Month! Jaidaa, a Heroes of Hope athlete, embodies the spirit of perseverance and determination.
She began her journey with us almost four years ago, aiming to build strength and independence through one-on-one training. Since then, she has consistently exceeded expectations. From conquering everyday tasks to embarking on a solo six-week internship in Turkey this past summer, Jaidaa has not only achieved her goals but has also become a beacon of inspiration to others.
Upon her return from Turkey in mid-September, Jaidaa immediately resumed training, setting her sights on the Games of Hope and Battle Cancer. Her performances in both events were nothing short of incredible. Jaidaa's unwavering commitment, determined spirit, and infectiously positive attitude are truly the driving forces behind her success.
Jaidaa proves that with dedication and self-belief, anything is possible. She is a shining example to us all, reminding us that we can achieve great things when we strive to improve our lives. Congratulations, Jaidaa!
Endurance: Andri Guðmundsson
When you set a goal that has true meaning, are willing to train hard, and face tough questions, remarkable things start to happen. Twelve months ago, Andri had a personal best of 31 backyard loops (6.7 km per hour) but aspired to represent the Icelandic team in the 2024 Satellite Championships. On 19th October 2024, representing his country, he completed 60 backyard loops. No Weakness.
Ladies Run Club: Latifa AlMansouri
Latifa joined LRC in March this year to surround herself with like-minded women. Not only does she drive from Abu Dhabi for each LRC session, but this month, she also took her first solo international trip, joining us in Munich for IFE on Tour, where she ran the 10K. Latifa’s energy for life and passion for running are incredibly inspiring. We know there are many more races you wish to tackle this season, Latifa, and we’re excited to help you achieve your goals.
No Weakness.
Endurance - Ireland: Vanessa Devin
After two major injuries and moments of doubt, it would have been easy to think that running just wasn’t for you. But you've picked up the pieces, broken down barriers, and emerged stronger on the other side. This month, we want to commend you for your mental strength, patience, and relentless will to keep moving forward.
Throughout October, we’ve watched you run pain-free, smiling through every session. Not only have you returned to running, but you’re excelling and making significant progress—all while staying patient and embracing the journey.
Have a great week. No Weakness.
Endurance - New Zealand: Jacqui Williams
Congratulations to Jacqui Williams for being our Member of the Month for October.
Jacqui has built up impressive running mileage this month as she gears up for the Queenstown Marathon in November.
After joining our Trail Camp in July, she was inspired to enter the Taupō 24km race this October. With over 500m of climbing, she conquered the race in just over 3 hours, putting her fuelling, legs, and mind to the ultimate test. She has consistently nailed her long runs each week, with last weekend marking her longest run before beginning her taper for the race.
Jacqui – you’ve worked hard to fit runs around your work and social life, balancing it all with a huge smile. You are committed to improving every aspect of your running by joining our Strength for Endurance classes too. We love seeing you do what you love, and I’ve enjoyed helping you grow in running confidence. Now you know that you can run far, run fast, and enjoy it!
Thank you for the gratitude you show for the sense of belonging and encouragement you feel from our community. Congrats on a fantastic marathon build-up, and we can’t wait to see you celebrate your hard work at the Queenstown Marathon next month!
ENGINE
Lower-intensity work this week is the base of all strong engines! Sore from hell week? You can use this to increase blood flow and recover to end the week strong.
GYMNASTICS
We focus on the infamous bar muscle and the Handstand push-up in gymnastics. As always, we break down the skills, and these sessions are for all levels!
HYROX
Find a friend and partner up with today’s partner, HYROX. We have either full or half-hyprox options, and you can split the workload between you.
MOBILITY
Carrying on with our overhead mobility/stability. We will then work on opening our hips at the end of the session.
PURE STRENGTH
We have our final week of this block in Pure Strength. We will max out our strict Press and Back squat and introduce some heavy hip hinges and dumbbell bench presses as an introduction to the next training cycle.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week, we are focused on the Squat Snatch in weightlifting. Hitting a heavy hang and low hang complex and finishing up with some heavy snatch pulls
Monday Ride
Some threshold efforts to kick off the week! 5 X 4minutes today.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Bike DXB
Track Tuesday
Repetition speed work this week. Come along for the newly laid sport city track to practice running FAST!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Sport City Track
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Wednesday Ride
Some building intervals into peak power sprints. A fun session this week for power development.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: BOTS, Al Qudra
Coffee Run
Fartlek style run into reducing tempo efforts. A great tempo run for every runner.
Brief time: 05:54 am Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Start Location (Common Grounds)
Saturday Ride
Our weekly long ride. Nutrition and hydration are very important during these longer rides. If you aren't confident taking turns at the front, speak to lead coach Rob Foster.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: BOTS, Al Qudra
Monday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Tempo
This Monday we will be holding that Tempo pace (7/10 effort) for 6 mins blocks, off 3 min recovery. See if you can keep that feeling for all 4 rounds.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: InnerFight
Session: Track Tuesday
Today we will be running 400s and 200s on the track. Fluctuating between 10km and 3km pace. A chance to work hard with the wider endurance community and coaches.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Intervals
Todays intervals are 1kms and 500ms. The aim is to run the 500s fast, but keep that quality on the last 1KM still.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Kite Beach
Session: The Coffee Run
After some strides we will be holding the tempo blocks for a longer duration this week. Time to make the most of the cooler weather in Dubai.
Sunday
Time: 6am
Location: Super Sports Race, Mushrif Park
Session: 5km, 10km, HM Race
Coach Steph will be with the LRC Team at the Super Sports race this weekend.
It's Hell week, and you know what that means: epic workouts that anyone can do. These will test you both physically and mentally! Keep an eye on your community WhatsApp group for workout clues!
InnerFight: Kahina Allou
Kahina has been excelling in classes throughout October, making no excuses as she balances pregnancy and workouts!
She shows up, gets it done, and does so with a smile on her face. Thank you for being such an inspiration, Kahina!
Youth: Jaidaa Mesehly
Meet Jaidaa Mesehly, our inspiring October Member of the Month! Jaidaa, a Heroes of Hope athlete, embodies the spirit of perseverance and determination.
She began her journey with us almost four years ago, aiming to build strength and independence through one-on-one training. Since then, she has consistently exceeded expectations. From conquering everyday tasks to embarking on a solo six-week internship in Turkey this past summer, Jaidaa has not only achieved her goals but has also become a beacon of inspiration to others.
Upon her return from Turkey in mid-September, Jaidaa immediately resumed training, setting her sights on the Games of Hope and Battle Cancer. Her performances in both events were nothing short of incredible. Jaidaa's unwavering commitment, determined spirit, and infectiously positive attitude are truly the driving forces behind her success.
Jaidaa proves that with dedication and self-belief, anything is possible. She is a shining example to us all, reminding us that we can achieve great things when we strive to improve our lives. Congratulations, Jaidaa!
Endurance: Andri Guðmundsson
When you set a goal that has true meaning, are willing to train hard, and face tough questions, remarkable things start to happen. Twelve months ago, Andri had a personal best of 31 backyard loops (6.7 km per hour) but aspired to represent the Icelandic team in the 2024 Satellite Championships. On 19th October 2024, representing his country, he completed 60 backyard loops. No Weakness.
Ladies Run Club: Latifa AlMansouri
Latifa joined LRC in March this year to surround herself with like-minded women. Not only does she drive from Abu Dhabi for each LRC session, but this month, she also took her first solo international trip, joining us in Munich for IFE on Tour, where she ran the 10K. Latifa’s energy for life and passion for running are incredibly inspiring. We know there are many more races you wish to tackle this season, Latifa, and we’re excited to help you achieve your goals.
No Weakness.
Endurance - Ireland: Vanessa Devin
After two major injuries and moments of doubt, it would have been easy to think that running just wasn’t for you. But you've picked up the pieces, broken down barriers, and emerged stronger on the other side. This month, we want to commend you for your mental strength, patience, and relentless will to keep moving forward.
Throughout October, we’ve watched you run pain-free, smiling through every session. Not only have you returned to running, but you’re excelling and making significant progress—all while staying patient and embracing the journey.
Have a great week. No Weakness.
Endurance - New Zealand: Jacqui Williams
Congratulations to Jacqui Williams for being our Member of the Month for October.
Jacqui has built up impressive running mileage this month as she gears up for the Queenstown Marathon in November.
After joining our Trail Camp in July, she was inspired to enter the Taupō 24km race this October. With over 500m of climbing, she conquered the race in just over 3 hours, putting her fuelling, legs, and mind to the ultimate test. She has consistently nailed her long runs each week, with last weekend marking her longest run before beginning her taper for the race.
Jacqui – you’ve worked hard to fit runs around your work and social life, balancing it all with a huge smile. You are committed to improving every aspect of your running by joining our Strength for Endurance classes too. We love seeing you do what you love, and I’ve enjoyed helping you grow in running confidence. Now you know that you can run far, run fast, and enjoy it!
Thank you for the gratitude you show for the sense of belonging and encouragement you feel from our community. Congrats on a fantastic marathon build-up, and we can’t wait to see you celebrate your hard work at the Queenstown Marathon next month!
Monday Ride
Some threshold efforts to kick off the week! 5 X 4minutes today.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Bike DXB
Track Tuesday
Repetition speed work this week. Come along for the newly laid sport city track to practice running FAST!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Sport City Track
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Wednesday Ride
Some building intervals into peak power sprints. A fun session this week for power development.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: BOTS, Al Qudra
Coffee Run
Fartlek style run into reducing tempo efforts. A great tempo run for every runner.
Brief time: 05:54 am Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Start Location (Common Grounds)
Saturday Ride
Our weekly long ride. Nutrition and hydration are very important during these longer rides. If you aren't confident taking turns at the front, speak to lead coach Rob Foster.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: BOTS, Al Qudra
Monday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Tempo
This Monday we will be holding that Tempo pace (7/10 effort) for 6 mins blocks, off 3 min recovery. See if you can keep that feeling for all 4 rounds.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: InnerFight
Session: Track Tuesday
Today we will be running 400s and 200s on the track. Fluctuating between 10km and 3km pace. A chance to work hard with the wider endurance community and coaches.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Intervals
Todays intervals are 1kms and 500ms. The aim is to run the 500s fast, but keep that quality on the last 1KM still.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Kite Beach
Session: The Coffee Run
After some strides we will be holding the tempo blocks for a longer duration this week. Time to make the most of the cooler weather in Dubai.
Sunday
Time: 6am
Location: Super Sports Race, Mushrif Park
Session: 5km, 10km, HM Race
Coach Steph will be with the LRC Team at the Super Sports race this weekend.
It's Hell week, and you know what that means: epic workouts that anyone can do. These will test you both physically and mentally! Keep an eye on your community WhatsApp group for workout clues!
ENGINE
Lower-intensity work this week is the base of all strong engines! Sore from hell week? You can use this to increase blood flow and recover to end the week strong.
GYMNASTICS
We focus on the infamous bar muscle and the Handstand push-up in gymnastics. As always, we break down the skills, and these sessions are for all levels!
HYROX
Find a friend and partner up with today’s partner, HYROX. We have either full or half-hyprox options, and you can split the workload between you.
MOBILITY
Carrying on with our overhead mobility/stability. We will then work on opening our hips at the end of the session.
PURE STRENGTH
We have our final week of this block in Pure Strength. We will max out our strict Press and Back squat and introduce some heavy hip hinges and dumbbell bench presses as an introduction to the next training cycle.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week, we are focused on the Squat Snatch in weightlifting. Hitting a heavy hang and low hang complex and finishing up with some heavy snatch pulls
InnerFight: Kahina Allou
Kahina has been excelling in classes throughout October, making no excuses as she balances pregnancy and workouts!
She shows up, gets it done, and does so with a smile on her face. Thank you for being such an inspiration, Kahina!
Youth: Jaidaa Mesehly
Meet Jaidaa Mesehly, our inspiring October Member of the Month! Jaidaa, a Heroes of Hope athlete, embodies the spirit of perseverance and determination.
She began her journey with us almost four years ago, aiming to build strength and independence through one-on-one training. Since then, she has consistently exceeded expectations. From conquering everyday tasks to embarking on a solo six-week internship in Turkey this past summer, Jaidaa has not only achieved her goals but has also become a beacon of inspiration to others.
Upon her return from Turkey in mid-September, Jaidaa immediately resumed training, setting her sights on the Games of Hope and Battle Cancer. Her performances in both events were nothing short of incredible. Jaidaa's unwavering commitment, determined spirit, and infectiously positive attitude are truly the driving forces behind her success.
Jaidaa proves that with dedication and self-belief, anything is possible. She is a shining example to us all, reminding us that we can achieve great things when we strive to improve our lives. Congratulations, Jaidaa!
Endurance: Andri Guðmundsson
When you set a goal that has true meaning, are willing to train hard, and face tough questions, remarkable things start to happen. Twelve months ago, Andri had a personal best of 31 backyard loops (6.7 km per hour) but aspired to represent the Icelandic team in the 2024 Satellite Championships. On 19th October 2024, representing his country, he completed 60 backyard loops. No Weakness.
Ladies Run Club: Latifa AlMansouri
Latifa joined LRC in March this year to surround herself with like-minded women. Not only does she drive from Abu Dhabi for each LRC session, but this month, she also took her first solo international trip, joining us in Munich for IFE on Tour, where she ran the 10K. Latifa’s energy for life and passion for running are incredibly inspiring. We know there are many more races you wish to tackle this season, Latifa, and we’re excited to help you achieve your goals.
No Weakness.
Endurance - Ireland: Vanessa Devin
After two major injuries and moments of doubt, it would have been easy to think that running just wasn’t for you. But you've picked up the pieces, broken down barriers, and emerged stronger on the other side. This month, we want to commend you for your mental strength, patience, and relentless will to keep moving forward.
Throughout October, we’ve watched you run pain-free, smiling through every session. Not only have you returned to running, but you’re excelling and making significant progress—all while staying patient and embracing the journey.
Have a great week. No Weakness.
Endurance - New Zealand: Jacqui Williams
Congratulations to Jacqui Williams for being our Member of the Month for October.
Jacqui has built up impressive running mileage this month as she gears up for the Queenstown Marathon in November.
After joining our Trail Camp in July, she was inspired to enter the Taupō 24km race this October. With over 500m of climbing, she conquered the race in just over 3 hours, putting her fuelling, legs, and mind to the ultimate test. She has consistently nailed her long runs each week, with last weekend marking her longest run before beginning her taper for the race.
Jacqui – you’ve worked hard to fit runs around your work and social life, balancing it all with a huge smile. You are committed to improving every aspect of your running by joining our Strength for Endurance classes too. We love seeing you do what you love, and I’ve enjoyed helping you grow in running confidence. Now you know that you can run far, run fast, and enjoy it!
Thank you for the gratitude you show for the sense of belonging and encouragement you feel from our community. Congrats on a fantastic marathon build-up, and we can’t wait to see you celebrate your hard work at the Queenstown Marathon next month!
Monday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Tempo
This Monday we will be holding that Tempo pace (7/10 effort) for 6 mins blocks, off 3 min recovery. See if you can keep that feeling for all 4 rounds.
Tuesday
Time: 5:59am
Location: InnerFight
Session: Track Tuesday
Today we will be running 400s and 200s on the track. Fluctuating between 10km and 3km pace. A chance to work hard with the wider endurance community and coaches.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: Ladies Only Intervals
Todays intervals are 1kms and 500ms. The aim is to run the 500s fast, but keep that quality on the last 1KM still.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Kite Beach
Session: The Coffee Run
After some strides we will be holding the tempo blocks for a longer duration this week. Time to make the most of the cooler weather in Dubai.
Sunday
Time: 6am
Location: Super Sports Race, Mushrif Park
Session: 5km, 10km, HM Race
Coach Steph will be with the LRC Team at the Super Sports race this weekend.
It's Hell week, and you know what that means: epic workouts that anyone can do. These will test you both physically and mentally! Keep an eye on your community WhatsApp group for workout clues!
ENGINE
Lower-intensity work this week is the base of all strong engines! Sore from hell week? You can use this to increase blood flow and recover to end the week strong.
GYMNASTICS
We focus on the infamous bar muscle and the Handstand push-up in gymnastics. As always, we break down the skills, and these sessions are for all levels!
HYROX
Find a friend and partner up with today’s partner, HYROX. We have either full or half-hyprox options, and you can split the workload between you.
MOBILITY
Carrying on with our overhead mobility/stability. We will then work on opening our hips at the end of the session.
PURE STRENGTH
We have our final week of this block in Pure Strength. We will max out our strict Press and Back squat and introduce some heavy hip hinges and dumbbell bench presses as an introduction to the next training cycle.
WEIGHTLIFTING
This week, we are focused on the Squat Snatch in weightlifting. Hitting a heavy hang and low hang complex and finishing up with some heavy snatch pulls
Monday Ride
Some threshold efforts to kick off the week! 5 X 4minutes today.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: The Loop Cafe, Bike DXB
Track Tuesday
Repetition speed work this week. Come along for the newly laid sport city track to practice running FAST!
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Sport City Track
Entrance fee: https://isddubai.com/athletics-venuehire/
Wednesday Ride
Some building intervals into peak power sprints. A fun session this week for power development.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: BOTS, Al Qudra
Coffee Run
Fartlek style run into reducing tempo efforts. A great tempo run for every runner.
Brief time: 05:54 am Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: Start Location (Common Grounds)
Saturday Ride
Our weekly long ride. Nutrition and hydration are very important during these longer rides. If you aren't confident taking turns at the front, speak to lead coach Rob Foster.
Start time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1.5 hour
Location: BOTS, Al Qudra
InnerFight: Kahina Allou
Kahina has been excelling in classes throughout October, making no excuses as she balances pregnancy and workouts!
She shows up, gets it done, and does so with a smile on her face. Thank you for being such an inspiration, Kahina!
Youth: Jaidaa Mesehly
Meet Jaidaa Mesehly, our inspiring October Member of the Month! Jaidaa, a Heroes of Hope athlete, embodies the spirit of perseverance and determination.
She began her journey with us almost four years ago, aiming to build strength and independence through one-on-one training. Since then, she has consistently exceeded expectations. From conquering everyday tasks to embarking on a solo six-week internship in Turkey this past summer, Jaidaa has not only achieved her goals but has also become a beacon of inspiration to others.
Upon her return from Turkey in mid-September, Jaidaa immediately resumed training, setting her sights on the Games of Hope and Battle Cancer. Her performances in both events were nothing short of incredible. Jaidaa's unwavering commitment, determined spirit, and infectiously positive attitude are truly the driving forces behind her success.
Jaidaa proves that with dedication and self-belief, anything is possible. She is a shining example to us all, reminding us that we can achieve great things when we strive to improve our lives. Congratulations, Jaidaa!
Endurance: Andri Guðmundsson
When you set a goal that has true meaning, are willing to train hard, and face tough questions, remarkable things start to happen. Twelve months ago, Andri had a personal best of 31 backyard loops (6.7 km per hour) but aspired to represent the Icelandic team in the 2024 Satellite Championships. On 19th October 2024, representing his country, he completed 60 backyard loops. No Weakness.
Ladies Run Club: Latifa AlMansouri
Latifa joined LRC in March this year to surround herself with like-minded women. Not only does she drive from Abu Dhabi for each LRC session, but this month, she also took her first solo international trip, joining us in Munich for IFE on Tour, where she ran the 10K. Latifa’s energy for life and passion for running are incredibly inspiring. We know there are many more races you wish to tackle this season, Latifa, and we’re excited to help you achieve your goals.
No Weakness.
Endurance - Ireland: Vanessa Devin
After two major injuries and moments of doubt, it would have been easy to think that running just wasn’t for you. But you've picked up the pieces, broken down barriers, and emerged stronger on the other side. This month, we want to commend you for your mental strength, patience, and relentless will to keep moving forward.
Throughout October, we’ve watched you run pain-free, smiling through every session. Not only have you returned to running, but you’re excelling and making significant progress—all while staying patient and embracing the journey.
Have a great week. No Weakness.
Endurance - New Zealand: Jacqui Williams
Congratulations to Jacqui Williams for being our Member of the Month for October.
Jacqui has built up impressive running mileage this month as she gears up for the Queenstown Marathon in November.
After joining our Trail Camp in July, she was inspired to enter the Taupō 24km race this October. With over 500m of climbing, she conquered the race in just over 3 hours, putting her fuelling, legs, and mind to the ultimate test. She has consistently nailed her long runs each week, with last weekend marking her longest run before beginning her taper for the race.
Jacqui – you’ve worked hard to fit runs around your work and social life, balancing it all with a huge smile. You are committed to improving every aspect of your running by joining our Strength for Endurance classes too. We love seeing you do what you love, and I’ve enjoyed helping you grow in running confidence. Now you know that you can run far, run fast, and enjoy it!
Thank you for the gratitude you show for the sense of belonging and encouragement you feel from our community. Congrats on a fantastic marathon build-up, and we can’t wait to see you celebrate your hard work at the Queenstown Marathon next month!
InnerFight: Kahina Allou
Kahina has been excelling in classes throughout October, making no excuses as she balances pregnancy and workouts!
She shows up, gets it done, and does so with a smile on her face. Thank you for being such an inspiration, Kahina!
Youth: Jaidaa Mesehly
Meet Jaidaa Mesehly, our inspiring October Member of the Month! Jaidaa, a Heroes of Hope athlete, embodies the spirit of perseverance and determination.
She began her journey with us almost four years ago, aiming to build strength and independence through one-on-one training. Since then, she has consistently exceeded expectations. From conquering everyday tasks to embarking on a solo six-week internship in Turkey this past summer, Jaidaa has not only achieved her goals but has also become a beacon of inspiration to others.
Upon her return from Turkey in mid-September, Jaidaa immediately resumed training, setting her sights on the Games of Hope and Battle Cancer. Her performances in both events were nothing short of incredible. Jaidaa's unwavering commitment, determined spirit, and infectiously positive attitude are truly the driving forces behind her success.
Jaidaa proves that with dedication and self-belief, anything is possible. She is a shining example to us all, reminding us that we can achieve great things when we strive to improve our lives. Congratulations, Jaidaa!
Endurance: Andri Guðmundsson
When you set a goal that has true meaning, are willing to train hard, and face tough questions, remarkable things start to happen. Twelve months ago, Andri had a personal best of 31 backyard loops (6.7 km per hour) but aspired to represent the Icelandic team in the 2024 Satellite Championships. On 19th October 2024, representing his country, he completed 60 backyard loops. No Weakness.
Ladies Run Club: Latifa AlMansouri
Latifa joined LRC in March this year to surround herself with like-minded women. Not only does she drive from Abu Dhabi for each LRC session, but this month, she also took her first solo international trip, joining us in Munich for IFE on Tour, where she ran the 10K. Latifa’s energy for life and passion for running are incredibly inspiring. We know there are many more races you wish to tackle this season, Latifa, and we’re excited to help you achieve your goals.
No Weakness.
Endurance - Ireland: Vanessa Devin
After two major injuries and moments of doubt, it would have been easy to think that running just wasn’t for you. But you've picked up the pieces, broken down barriers, and emerged stronger on the other side. This month, we want to commend you for your mental strength, patience, and relentless will to keep moving forward.
Throughout October, we’ve watched you run pain-free, smiling through every session. Not only have you returned to running, but you’re excelling and making significant progress—all while staying patient and embracing the journey.
Have a great week. No Weakness.
Endurance - New Zealand: Jacqui Williams
Congratulations to Jacqui Williams for being our Member of the Month for October.
Jacqui has built up impressive running mileage this month as she gears up for the Queenstown Marathon in November.
After joining our Trail Camp in July, she was inspired to enter the Taupō 24km race this October. With over 500m of climbing, she conquered the race in just over 3 hours, putting her fuelling, legs, and mind to the ultimate test. She has consistently nailed her long runs each week, with last weekend marking her longest run before beginning her taper for the race.
Jacqui – you’ve worked hard to fit runs around your work and social life, balancing it all with a huge smile. You are committed to improving every aspect of your running by joining our Strength for Endurance classes too. We love seeing you do what you love, and I’ve enjoyed helping you grow in running confidence. Now you know that you can run far, run fast, and enjoy it!
Thank you for the gratitude you show for the sense of belonging and encouragement you feel from our community. Congrats on a fantastic marathon build-up, and we can’t wait to see you celebrate your hard work at the Queenstown Marathon next month!