Her first taste of true running came in March during her debut 10-kilometer race with All Women’s Run Asia. “I remember training for it, even completing my first 10KM on a treadmill,” she recalls with a laugh. “Back then, I thought 10KM was a marathon! ” That single event opened doors she never imagined, marking the start of a journey fueled by progress, challenges, and the joy of pushing limits.
From Cardio to Passion
Laurent’s entry into AWR Asia was serendipitous. As a jumprope athlete, she initially approached the invitation to race casually, assuming it would be a one-time challenge. “Cardio is cardio, right? I figured I’d finish the race and move on,” she shares. But running had other plans.
Her first race with AWR became an unforgettable experience. Surrounded by a community of strong, determined women, Laurent found herself inspired. “The energy was something else,” she beams. “There I was, gasping for air, running for my life, and just trying to finish—but seeing everyone’s spirit was incredible.”
Today, running is no longer just an activity for Laurent—it’s a love affair. Her once-casual approach has blossomed into ambitious goals, including completing her first marathon in Taipei. She’s even embraced Spartan races, merging her newfound love for running with her lifelong dream of adventure.