Steven Bissett

I started running on my own in 2010 to try and lose weight/keep fit. I was instantly hooked, despite fears that I wasn't running properly, breathing correctly and other concerns that every beginner has had when they first start out. I first met members of the club when they welcomed me onto their bus to Edinburgh to run my first Half Marathon in May 2013. I became a Jog Leader in June 2016 and ended up managing the club until 2024. From previously moving amongst the groups over the years I'm enjoying having my own group to lead now. I have made some very good friends along the way. I now prefer the interaction and encouragement that comes with leading a group, and pacing club members during races, as opposed to "going for a time". Over the last few years my focus has been running with my teenage daughter at Park Run (and helping her train for 10Ks). Ran my first Ultra at Glen Ogle 33 in Nov 24 and somehow still got up to dance at the Ceilidh afterwards. I love the fact that OTR members would come along and join me and my daughter during our training runs. After one run she turned to me and said "Dad, the running community is so friendly and supportive".  Why don't you come along and find out for yourselves.