Ben Edusei

Epic day at the Kapiti Half Marathon! 🌧️ Weather threw a curveball with a last-minute route change, and my time didn’t register, but I clocked an unofficial 1:27. Happy with that!

Big shoutout to the community, fellow runners, and every spectator out there cheering us on – you all made it special.

Next stop: Queenstown Marathon! Time to keep pushing the limits. Let’s go!

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Move for Movember

- Over 200 people showing up to support men's health 🖤
- 4 Run clubs coming together for one cause 🙌🏽
- People moving to improve themselves and their community 💪🏽
- New memories and connections made ✅️
- Great food, drink, and prizes 🫡
- Lots of laughs and fun 😁

Only the 2nd day of the month, and we are off with a bang. Massive thank you to everyone who supported, showed up, and shared the pavement with us this morning.

Let's keep this [mo]mentum going.

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Celebrating Global Mental Health Day 🌍

Honoring community, connection, and the shared mission to prioritize both physical and mental wellbeing. It's inspiring to see Wellington rallying behind this important cause!

Massive thanks to for hosting such an epic event—grateful to be part of it.

Massive shoutout to and for organising a fun, meaningful evening.

Bring on Movember next month! Let’s keep the momentum going 💙

100km. Movember. Just over 11 weeks to go 👀.

The mileage is climbing and my body is feeling every bit of it. After Sunday's 50km long run, the thought of doubling that distance felt *impossible*. The mental games have already started – and I know they’ll only get tougher.

Running an ultramarathon isn't just about physical endurance. It's battling through pain, fatigue, and doubt. But my WHY is stronger than any struggle I’ll face. I'm doing this for something bigger – for Movember, for men's health. And that keeps me going.

Let’s keep pushing the limits. One step at a time."

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Watching my clients smash their races in Taupo this weekend filled me with so much pride! I get more enjoyment from seeing others succeed than running myself. So proud of each and every one of you!

Imagine being able to help others, improve yourself and do what you love all rolled into one! I don't have to 😁

Had my fiirst pain free long run tempo since March!!! Got to test some fellow runners aiming for big things and loved every second of it.

Not going to lie it's been a difficult 3/4 months. However, coming out of this has definitely helped me to become more grateful for every run I complete no matter the outcome and appreciate being pain free.

Focus for me: stay healthy and to continue building a solid foundation so I can help others.

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Last weekend I had the privilege of supporting my clients through the and taking part in a shakeout run/ mid winter dip with my run club .

Injuries can be tricky and there are so many lessons to be learnt after dealing with the initial disappointment.

What this Injury taught me that I get the most joy from supporting others. Seeing my clients achieve their goals has brought me more satisfaction than I ever imagined. Special shoutouts to my clients

"Helping one person might not change the whole world, but it could change the world for one person."

Global Run Day 2024 ✅

What an amazing way to celebrate the joy of running. To have record numbers attend (250 tickets were purchased 🤯). To see different running clubs coming together and share this experience as one was amazing. Having my crew to be part of this made it even better.

Special shoutouts to for allowing us to do this. .rose thank you for all your work behind the scenes.

Special mention to who joins me in becoming a Lululemon legacy Ambassador, what a way to begin brother. You definitely helped to elevate and improve the running comminity in Wellington, well done my man.

Lastly to the new Lululemon running ambassador and Zone Blue leader . You killed it last night. I cannot wait to see what impact you will have on the running community. Once people know your story they will understand how much of a legend you are. So proud of you and thank you for letting me be part of this journey.

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CHRISTCHURCH 2024 MARATHON

Aim was simple sub 3 hours. Final race time 3:05. A month ago (on my birthday) I picked up 2 injuries, a week later got really sick and missed the last 3 weeks of training 😩.

Wasn't sure if I was going to be on the starting line however due to amazing work from my physio and support from my crew I got to starting line unsure how the marathon would unfold.

First 5 kms my calf went and the rest of the race was a battle both physically and mentally. Proud of the final result and definitely have unfinished business to take care of. A lot valuable lessons learnt and cannot wait to for my next marathon. Onwards and upwards

"Struggling and suffering are the essence of a life worth living. If you're not pushing yourself beyond the comfort zone, if you're not demanding more for yourself and expanding as you go, you're choosing a numb existence. You're denying yourself an extraordinary trip". Dean Karnazes

Perfect summary of running and the last 15 weeks of this plan.

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When I created Zoneblue last year the mission was simple...

Build an environment when people can connect in a healthy environment.

Last week we had our biggest numbers to date on our speed run. We celebrated global women's day (75+ amazing women attended). We had +80 people show up for our community run. In 6 weeks a squad from Wellington is going to to run our first nationwide event and we are in the process of building a squad for

Never thought that in 12 months that we could accomplish anything near as good as this and It's only just the beginning 👀.

If you are based in Wellington and want to join up with these legends head over to to see what we are all about.

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Had such a blast over the weekend.

Still on a high from our community coming together and taking over the streets of Wellington.

A huge thank you goes to:



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For the amazing prizes and allowing us to support local. A massive thanks to everyone who took part and well done for each legend taking on Southern Cross Round the bays.

Next event turns 1 🎉🎂.

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Great weekend having hosting their first ever shakeout run.

For me, the aim was to run strong and finish well with no injuries, did that 😁. Even switched up my posing style 🤣🤣

Got a big 8 weeks ahead of me before the Christchurch Marathon. Got to keep getting fitter, stronger and faster. 1:27 for a training half marathon is great step in the right direction

Another vinyl to add to the collection. In 2023 we achieved...

- $17,908 raised
- 8th highest funds raised in the team section in NZ
- Biggest event to date
- More Wellingtoians getting active for Movember
- Biggest numbers at community run
- Successful men's only run event
- So many people stepping out of their comfort zone and taking on big challenges

This couldn't have been done without the support of so many people. Massive shoutouts to , and (lululemon ambassadors) in particular Aaron who really stepped up big time.

for being the main driving force behind all of the running events for Movember/more than a run. and .gotlieb without you ladies I would have gone mad so thank you for your support.

Finally to everyone who supported, donated, and participated thank you. Without you this wouldn't have been a success. Much love to everyone ❤️❤️

The smile you make when it's only a week until Xmas. I wonder what lovely running presents I will get myself 🤣🤣.

Te Pou Tonu closing event with .

A night of reflection, celebration and connection. Amazing to see this community develop over the course of the month.

A huge congratulations goes to for being the brains behind brilliant initiative. Supported by his crew and you all did awesome.

Even had the legend .nz a fellow ambassador join me.

All I see when looking through these photos are smiles, fun and enjoyment. How any ending night celebrations should go. Well done Wellington we did ourselves proud.

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So proud of this community, hard to believe that it started out as just me!!!

More than a run Since moving to Pōneke over 13 years ago, Ben Edusei has been able to make the city feel like home through creating a supportive running community.

Apart from growing this fantastic slug on my top I will be running an ultramarathon (60km) on the 25th November to help raise awareness about men's health.

You are all welcome to join me, however if you don't and want to support me any donations towards my page would be amazing.

Right now I'm on $500 and I need to get to $1000. Here is the link to my page:

https://nz.movember.com/mospace/13626123

Thank you and let's change the face of men's health together