Young runners at Iten

Created by runners, for runners

Welcome to Iten, home of champions

Like many runners, I've come back to the sport time and again throughout my life. I may not be so fast now, but I'm still running marathons — and I've still got that bug.

When I came across running bands, worn by elite athletes such as Mo Farah and Eilish McColgan, I had to find out more.

Runners stretching in Kenya

Giving back to the Maasai people

The Maasai have made African beaded jewellery for hundreds of years. By setting up a store at the entrance to the training camp at Iten, they've become part of the global running community.

The Orbis challenge in Malawi

Doing some good

Taking part in the Orbis challenge across Malawi was a real eye-opener. For every band we sell we donate 10% to give local young runners opportunities they wouldn't otherwise have.

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