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Mo gives duathlon (run-bike-run) a go

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Mo can run but "WOW" he can "run-bike-run" too! Meet Mo Ahmed a runner who has been having success in duathlons.

Name: Mo Ahmed 

What’s your involvement in triathlon? 
I race in Duathlons regularly.

Favourite Discipline, Swim, Bike or Run? 
I am a rubbish swimmer. Naturally I enjoy what I am good at.

Why did you want to do triathlon? 
It is a sport I felt I could excel in. I have always run but after trying cycling and struggling at first I was determined to be good at it and beat people who had much better kit than me!!!

I was determined to be good at it and beat people who had much better kit than me!!!

 

 

 

How did your journey into triathlon start? 
I entered a duathlon in Hertfordshire just to test myself and I have loved it ever since.

What motivated you? 
I like winning and beating people who have better kit than me!

What is your best moment in triathlon? 
My win at Dorney lake one year. It was as a result of lots of hard work. 

What advice would you give to anyone thinking of giving triathlon a go? 
Just have a go. It's an excellent sport and you won't look back after your first race. 

 

 

 

 

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