65km Highlights - I LOVED IT!
First, I would like to acknowledge all those supporters who messaged me kind words and advice, donated to the 'Give a Little' page, and those who literally and unexpectedly showed up throughout the 65km journey to join me along the way!
These people are, Marathon runners, Tim Banks, Michael Koloi, Chris Eric and Iron Woman, Christina Chaston, for the amazing advice based on experience.
Va'a Inu and Saimon Lomaloma big ups for running 22km with me. Malo Aupito to Terry and Talanoa Kitekei'aho and Cameron Ross for running 6km and Daniel Parker for running 5km.
Tony Moetaua, Richard Hendersen, Chris Harvey and my partner, Persefoni, appreciate the hydration, lollies and ongoing support at the final 10km stretch.
A special mention to Mark Hampton, who ran alongside me for 30kms. Without prompting, Mark went out of his way waking and driving to find me at 5:45am. His coaching and valuable advice kept me accountable, realistic and helped me go the extra mile without burning out.
Whilst completing this challenge, Diana Chan and Tony Moetaua dropped off some much needed an appreciated fuel, bath salts and muscle creams.
Thank you to my beautiful partner for letting me off the hook from changing diapers for 14 hours while I was away, hehe, and for the recovery massages.
As you all know, I attempted to run 65km but took a safer approach and broke it up into intervals instead with the advice from an expert ultra runner. The only time I stopped moving, was when nature called x 1 or for a quick photo or food break.
We now have the option to send the money directly to a reliable source in Tonga so they can purchase exactly what affected families need.
Thank you sincerely for your generous donations. If you would like to donate our give a little page closes next Friday, 18th February (LINK IN BIO).
It feels humbling to know so many of you have my back and there is no better feeling than giving to people who really need it.
Also, I enjoyed every moment and can't wait to do it again for myself to beat my time!
Bless.
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