Marie grew up in England, however lived nearly 30 years in South Africa. She is now back home in England and enjoying time spent with her family and exploring the outdoors. She sees herself as a 'Mum' and a social runner with a competitive and stubborn streak! She has some road cycling experience as well.
Marie tells the story that her couch was her friend until 2005 when she guided a group of runners on a trip to the London Marathon. Whilst on the train from the Expo, other passengers started to include her in their good luck wishes (even though she explained she was not running the marathon). The next day, she noticed that runners are all shapes, sizes, ages and vowed to start training after the trip. London Marathon 2006 was her first marathon and will always be the most special to her. Since then, she has completed numerous marathons around the world and ultra marathons (Comrades & Two Oceans). She has 37 years experience in the travel industry in many different roles. Her passion remains helping clients reach their goal and creating their own sporting memory.