Running for Those Who Can’t: My First Comrades Journey

Sometimes in life, you stop and wonder: What is the next challenge? Where to from here?
For me, that realisation hit when I looked at my mom. She completed the Comrades Marathon 6 times—a feat I didn’t truly appreciate until I saw her reach a stage where she is no longer able to walk, never mind run. It made me realize that we often only value our own feet when we see someone else lose their stride.

At 53 years old, I am taking on my very first Comrades journey to honour that legacy and make a tangible difference.
I am incredibly blessed to have my partner, Tim, by my side for this. As a Comrades veteran, Tim has been my rock, keeping my mind focused on the goal and sharing the wisdom of the road ever step of the way.

This personal chapter is also being backed by my employer, ADRS Diversified Services, and I feel immensely supported. I am proud to be the very first employee in our firm’s history to tackle the Comrades. It’s proof that it’s never too late to push your limits.

While I run for my mom, with Tim by my side, I am fundraising for those who cannot run because they are fighting the basic, gruelling battle of hunger. For many, just surviving from one day to the next is a greater achievement than any silver or bronze medal.

They say you should only run for yourself—but how can we be so selfish as to not think of another human suffering? I am using my miles to provide meals.