Starting 2025 Strong: Lessons from the Home of Champions

Written By Viona Yoga

"95% of people stop—not because they can’t, but because only 5% choose to keep going."

Starting 2025 strong! 🏃‍♀️ Spent the New Year at a running camp in Iten, Kenya—the home of champions—and had the incredible honor of meeting @abdinageeye , the 2024 New York City Marathon champion.

My biggest takeaway from him? Whatever career or passion you’re building, the key to success is perseverance. 95% of people stop—not because they can’t, but because only 5% choose to keep going. I personally find the motivation to keep going comes from believing in yourself. Truly believe in what you’re doing and give it your best effort. The journey will have highs and lows—that’s part of the process. But if you stay committed and keep going, you’ll find your way.

Running has this way of reminding me that life works the same way. It’s not about being perfect or winning every time—it’s just about showing up and trying again. So here’s to 2025: whatever you’re working on, keep going. 💪

With love and light,
Viona

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