Just under five years ago, Shahjahan Kadir aged 50, a respectable Maths Teacher, took up running after discovering he had type 2 diabetes. Since then, there’s nothing that can stop him from running. He’s become a sensational athlete and an inspirational role model to many others in the community.

Through various running initiatives such as Park Run and Run Through, he’s travelled up and down the country ranking up running mileages and making history along the way. In fact, he’s regulated his diabetes and now leads a normal healthy lifestyle. “After discovering that I had diabetes, I decided to do something about it. I got up from my couch and started running!” Reminisced Shahjahan. “It’s the most effective way to keep fit and healthy without relying on others!” Added Shahjahan.