Veronique Bourbeau - Preparing to Run the African Continent
At a time when everyone could do with some positivity in their life, we are delighted to share the story of Veronique Bourbeau. Vero is a true shining light of positivity in what is a tough time for many. She is in the middle of planning a Guinness World Record to become the first women to run the entire continent of Africa to raise money for YUNUS, a social businesses that provide employment, education, healthcare, clean water and clean energy to millions of people in East Africa.
We cover:
Her Background. Personal and professional. How Vero ended up in Singapore via UAE from Canada. How she got into endurance sports and trail running.
How Vero went from running first marathon to first miler to Running 3000km across Japan
What sort of support do you have around you? How does your husband and daughter supports her challenges
The Africa expedition. Why she choose it, how are you planning logistics and safety.
Mental coaching
Quick fire Q's:
What makes her emotional
Inspiration - Terry Fox - Amputee Athlete Running across canada
Favourite Book - Little good for nothing
Best kit - Coros Watch
Her Proudest moment personal / physical / professional
Enjoy this delightful heart warming human being and follow her on the following channels:
Video of Veronique’s 444KM coast to coast victory in Malaysia
www.instagram.com/veroniquerun
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAND18NAqq8
Podcast hosted by Ultra Endurance enthusiasts Scott Pugh and Ric Stockfis.