Hong Kong has made me a runner, and running has changed my life. Since moving to the city five years ago, I have run 10km races, marathons, and ultras, on roads and on trails. I never tried any of these when I was in Australia.
I've discovered that Hong Kong can be a runner's mecca, with hundreds of kilometres of trails weaving through the city, some tight-knit running communities, and countless races to test yourself.
Running in Hong Kong helps me to find space in a city where that quality is rare. I find it's generally the panacea for all ills, including writer's block.
At first glance, Sheung Wan, where I live, is no runner's paradise. The neighbourhood is full of cars, people and narrow streets. But I consider it a base from which to discover more.
