The shape I'm in - Kerry O’Flaherty

OLYMPIAN Kerry O’Flaherty is evidently in good shape, having competed in Rio in 2016 and this year winning the Irish National 1500m title and competing in her first European Indoor Championships in Serbia.

The shape I'm in -  Kerry O’Flaherty

The 36-year-old runner says while she does have some vices, she tries to ensure her diet is always healthy. “As an endurance runner it’s important to start the day with the right amount of carbohydrates and keep topping this up throughout the day,” she says. “But I tend to crave a lot of sweet things, especially after a workout. So I try my best to have hydration sachets, a cereal bar and water with me.”

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