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.veroniquerun.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAND18NAqq8

Podcast hosted by Ultra Endurance enthusiasts Scott Pugh and Ric Stockfis.