Fit And Fab

Never-give-up runner who wants to inspire others

At 13, Banjamin Quek was teased for being unable to run; he is now doing it full-time

Mr Banjamin Quek feels he is not exceptionally talented, so if he can work his way up from a nobody to being one of the best runners, others can do so too. He hopes to be somebody's hero one day.
Mr Banjamin Quek feels he is not exceptionally talented, so if he can work his way up from a nobody to being one of the best runners, others can do so too. He hopes to be somebody's hero one day. ST PHOTO: ALVIN HO
Joyce Teo
Senior Health Correspondent
Updated
Apr 10, 2018, 05:46 AM
Published
Apr 10, 2018, 05:00 AM
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Q What is your secret to looking fabulous?

A In my opinion, "fabulous" means having a good attitude towards life. That's why I try to be positive every day to be fabulous in my own way.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on April 10, 2018, with the headline Never-give-up runner who wants to inspire others. Subscribe

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