Run/Walk For Life is proud to have, among our members, people who have truly made RWFL’s philosophy and attitude towards health a part of their lives over many years.

In August of 2018 I was diagnosed with pancreatitis out of the blue. I would never wish that pain on my worst enemy – it was excruciating. I was rushed to Sandton Clinic, and thus started a six-week roller coaster ride of a lot of grey moments for my family and myself.

At the end of 2017 I was feeling very down. It had been a year since my youngest daughter had left for university, and the empty nest syndrome had not eased. My husband was putting in long hours and only coming home at 18:30 every night.

I started exercising at the age of 65 after I had two stents fitted in the good old heart, and was advised by the doctor to exercise. I explained to him that I had never done any form of exercise ever in my life, and he suggested walking.