In a sentence, tell us about yourself

I have a competitive nature even when I’m not the best at something.

What gets you up in the morning? What’s the first thing you do?

Im not a natural morning person (although I do aspire to be) so being honest, I would have to say my alarm. The first thing I do is check my Coros watch to over-analyse my quality of sleep, then straight in the shower ending with 10secs of cold water to set me up for the day.

"I know how intimidating the running-world can seem, especially when you are just starting out, but in reality it’s a safe space for everyone"

How about what gets you out the door to run?

A few things: a sunny day, procrastination, if I’m feeling a bit anxious, or opening my Strava feed and getting FOMO.

What excites you about the running community in London?

Its growing inclusivity. It’s not only a place for elite runners—people of all abilities are welcomed, with no shame in a slower pace. As a slower runner myself, I know how intimidating the running-world can seem, especially when you are just starting out, but in reality it’s a safe space for everyone.

Favourite shoe of all time?

The Hylo impact - firstly, this shoe got me through my 1st half marathon so deserves some kind of award. Secondly, sustainability is really important to me so having an eco-running shoe that doesn’t sacrifice performance is a real winner for me. [Editor's note: check out our review here!]

Give us some London recs, what should we be checking out? (Food, Drink, Running, otherwise)

- Rooftop saunas & cold plunge pools @ Netil 360

- Victoria Park Sunday Market

- Free comedy @ The Camden Head in Angel

- Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities, Fine Art & UnNatural History (hidden below an absinthe bar)

- Hi Thai Shoreditch for Vegan Massaman curry - thank me later