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Running coach Maree Leith, of Stanmore Bay, remembers what it felt like when she took up running to improve her health – physical and mental.
Overweight at the time, she was self-conscious and ran at night so no one could see her.
That was 10 years ago – and running, for her, was life-changing.
She is now a running coach, has completed ultra marathons, and recently had a book Finding her Stride published (HM June 17, 2024).
The book features stories of Kiwi women, aged between 30 and 70, from all walks of life, who have taken up running. The 19 short pieces, including Maree’s own story, are told with honesty and humour.
Maree hopes that readers find it inspiring and says the book has been selling fast.
Profits will be donated to the Speed Freaks Charitable Trust, which supports people recovering from addiction through regular walking or running, as well as the Cancer Research Trust NZ.
Win the book: Hibiscus Matters has one copy of Finding her Stride by Maree Leith to give away. To go in the draw, email hibiscusnews@localmatters.co.nz with Finding her Stride in the subject line. Alternatively, write your name, address and phone number on the back of an envelope and post or drop in to Hibiscus Matters, 21 Florence Ave, Ōrewa. Entries close on Friday, February 14.
