THERSIPO | Athlete Stories

World Marathon Major is an adventure. It is fascinating to meet people from other countries and cultures. It is also interesting to hear how people from other parts of the world view my land - Norway. During the distribution of start numbers in Boston, I was dispatched by a lady who could tell that Norway has the best schools in the world! As a retired teacher with a background from Harvard University, she probably knew what she was talking about. So, Norway is known for more than electric cars, expensive beer, mountains, wild nature, bears, wolves and good salmon rivers.

The Marathon experience teaches us that no matter how challenging a situation can be, we can always reframe it as an opportunity; it is our choice. When things get complicated, we can always find anything we need within ourselves. It is there for us.

It’s incredible to think that today, at my age, I run at a better pace, and I feel more confident than when I was 40 years old running my first marathon, and it’s part of this journey and this running world.

For me the most rewarding and most challenging aspect is the sacrifices that come with the time commitment and the crucial need for consistency. 

Along this journey you have the opportunity to savor the triumphs as well as learn from the failures. 

I am Valeria, I was born in La Paz, Bolivia and currently I work managing a Chain of Gyms, here in Bolivia. I have been into sports since forever, I...

I run because it makes me feel mentally stronger, I run because without even knowing so I have motivated so many people to start running and to have a healthier, more balanced and more active life.