Mercy Cherono

thumb|Mercy_Cherono_Daegu_2011 Mercy Cherono Koech (born 7 May 1991) is a Kenyan professional long-distance runner. She was the silver medalist in the 5000 metres at the 2013 World Championships in Athletics. Quotes "I believe in living my own life and do what I love even when those around me do things different. It does not mean I am better than them, this is just who I want to be and do things". www.standardmedia.co.ke I am really progressing well in my training. Running is my passion and I will not get tired. I really appreciate my fans who have been following me and for those who are asking if I am still running, the answer is yes and I want to promise them I will do my best After my maternity leave, it was not that easy since you have to shed a lot of fat, and then you now start concentrating on the training programme. It is not easy and it is not something you can start in a day Kenyan athletics icon Mercy Cherono makes strong comeback,14 February 2025 We are happy that BingwaFest is coming back for the second season. This is a tournament that has valued athletics as much as the other sports, and it is a good platform for us athletes to not only help us stay in shape but also earn some money. I will be taking part in the 5,000m and the 10,000m races, and I look forward to it Mercy Cherono favoured as Betika BingwaFest kicks off in Nakuru,,13 August 2025 It feels so good, I was so happy because I defended my gold The best part was that I felt so comfortable out there My plan was to defend my gold, but the race was difficult because of the weather I expected to have more of a lead World Junior Championships open in Moncton as Mercy Cherono defends 3000m title,20 July 2010 The race wasn’t bad but she kept wanting to push me Women's 5000m final - Flash InterviewsWorld Athletics( July 22, 2010) It feels so good, I was so happy because I defended my gold Women's 5000m final - Flash InterviewsWorld Athletics( July 22, 2010) The best part was that I felt so comfortable out there Women's 5000m final - Flash InterviewsWorld Athletics( July 22, 2010) My plan was to defend my gold, but the race was difficult because of the weather Women's 5000m final - Flash InterviewsWorld Athletics( July 22, 2010) I expected to have more of a lead Women's 5000m final - Flash InterviewsWorld Athletics( July 22, 2010) Our aim will be to go to The Bahamas and bring back the gold medal Women's 4x1500m world record for Kenyan quartetWorld Athletics( April 27,2014) It was only a short break but I am back. I know people have been asking where I disappeared. I was on maternity break and I’m happy to be back Mercy Cherono is back after maternity breakThe Standard(February 03, 2019) I just want to focus on training for the upcoming track season. Mercy Cherono is back after maternity breakThe Standard(February 03, 2019) This is a good move by race organisers who thought well about athletes who compete in these events. This will be a great opportunity for athletes preparing for the Olympic Games Athletes, coaches welcome return of 5,000m, steeple at Diamond LeagueThe Star(December 09,2020 ) The first thing is to trust in God. The second is to have a strong relationship with parents. I have been very close with my father and he has been advising me, alongside my mother, ever since I was a junior runner. Up to now, I still consult him on various issues and that is why I have not had challenges with rogue coaches Cherono credits parents for long career in athleticsThe Star( November17, 2021) You need to respect yourself first and place a high value on what you do. You also need to trust in God, respect your parents as well as the coaches. If you do this, then you will be able to shield yourself from such unscrupulous individuals Cherono credits parents for long career in athleticsThe Star( November17, 2021) I feel it would be a good opportunity for me to get in shape in preparation for next year Cherono credits parents for long career in athleticsThe Star( November17, 2021) As athletes from 2Running Club, we come here every year to put a smile on the kids. Building this hospital was good idea. We have had a million children treated here since the hospital's inception Cherono, Chelimo put smiles in ailing childrenThe Star( December13, 2022 ) I want to start by thanking God because he has walked with me throughout the whole of last year because there were a lot of challenges and training was up and down. After the course I feel re-energized and ready to take on any challenges that come my way From disappearing act, maternity to track comeback: Mercy Cherono eyes remarkable returnPulse Sports Kenya( January 23,2025) The course is not bad and it’s actually great for cross-country but the grass was one of my challenges. In 2023, I went on my maternity leave then after that I went for a course for the whole of last year and I didn’t compete in many races at the time. This is more of a build up for my training ahead of a busy season and it’s helping me reduce the tons of work From disappearing act, maternity to track comeback: Mercy Cherono eyes remarkable returnPulse Sports Kenya( January 23,2025) I am really progressing well in my training. Running is my passion and I will not get tired. I really appreciate my fans who have been following me and for those who are asking if I am still running, the answer is yes and I want to promise them I will do my best Kenyan athletics icon Mercy Cherono makes strong comebackKenyan News Agency(February 14, 2025) After my maternity leave, it was not that easy since you have to shed a lot of fat, and then you now start concentrating on the training programme. It is not easy and it is not something you can start in a day Kenyan athletics icon Mercy Cherono makes strong comebackKenyan News Agency(February 14, 2025) External links www.standardmedia.co.ke Category:Runners Category:Women in sports Category:Sportspeople from Kenya Category:1991 births Category:Living people Category:Women from Kenya