People are lying when they say that their record being broken is good for the development of the event. I would like mine to remain as long as possible, please.

When you get close to race day, there's that anticipation and excitement - it's the same whatever level you're running at because the marathon is like a festival.

I've no desire to do one of those 50-mile races like the Comrades or anything like that.

Running gives me a lot of pleasure. It's something I'll always do, as long as I can.

I cry all the time.

A half marathon is a good way to have a bit of fun and race against those girls and learn a bit more about them. The world half marathon is a world championship at the end of the day and it's important. I've win it twice and it's a quality event.

I never plan to run at a certain pace. All my career my motto has been 'no limits.' I don't try to run with a set time in mind, sticking to set splits, because what happens if you're ahead of your splits - are you going to slow down?

I'm not meek at all.

I prefer to be in tune with my surroundings and to be aware of things. I like listening to my foot strike and my breathing. It can be quite soothing.

I prefer just a women’s race. It’s a totally different game mentally.