Viola Kibiwot

Kenyan middle-distance runner

Viola Jelagat Kibiwot (born 22 December 1983 in Keiyo District) is a runner from Kenya who specializes in the 1500 metres.

Viola Kibiwot at the 2012 Olympics

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  • I want to continue being in the athletics, and that is why I saw it wise to change from track to the marathon and road races.
  • I'm new in marathon races and I will be looking forward to a good performance. It's been a tough training for me, but it has come from me in terms of good will and hard work for good results.
  • I have been in athletics for a long period and what I can say is that when you are disciplined, you will be there for a long period. It really motivates me training with the world beaters like Eliud Kipchoge and Geoffrey Kamworor.
  • I have done my part on the track and now it is only right to try out a new challenge and the marathon discipline is inspiring enough.
  • Eliud Kipchoge has inspired me. I have seen him train, the punishing he goes through to be ready for a marathon and it is worth to try it out.
  • I believe 5,000m is my race though I took long to realize and specialized in the 1,500m. Since venturing in the 5,000m, my performance has been growing and I believe the best is yet to come.
  • This season has been inspiring for me considering I have been able to lower my personal best. I have decided to settle for 5,000m and just hope for the best.
  • For me, the improvement in time this season has been key and very inspiring for that matter.
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