Meet the Man Behind Move with Steve: Running for a Cause this Movember
At 35 years old and with a background in finance, Steve has always been passionate about sports. He played basketball for twenty years before shifting to running and fitness. However, during the pandemic, his mental health was challenged, and he turned to daily exercise. This sparked the creation of Move with Steve, a platform that inspires others to embrace movement for both physical and mental wellbeing.
How did Move with Steve begin?
“I started going for occasional runs and gym sessions, but I wasn’t consistent. When the pandemic hit, I realised the impact movement had on my mental health. I wanted to share that discovery with others. Fitness is often associated with looking good, but for me it became about feeling good and staying mentally strong.”
Why running, and what does training mean to you?
Steve explains that running is his outlet: “When I run, my mind switches off and I feel at peace. No run is ever the same—sometimes it’s great, sometimes it’s hard. That’s what makes it fun and so relatable to life itself.” Training, for him, is about growth, discipline, and enjoyment.
What does a typical training day look like?
A morning person, Steve usually wakes at 5am for a short run combined with core and recovery work. Afternoons are reserved for strength training, followed by another run in the evening. On average, he runs between 80 and 100 kilometres each week.
Why is Movember so important to you?
November is dedicated to raising awareness of men’s mental health, suicide prevention, and testicular cancer. Steve shares: “I lost my mother at a young age and went through low moments myself, so I understand how difficult it can be. Fitness became my escape, but not everyone has the same support system. Many men are afraid to seek help for fear of being seen as weak. I want to help break that stigma.”
The 600km Challenge
To raise awareness, Steve is running 600km in November—one kilometre for each of the 600 men lost to suicide every 10 hours worldwide. “I have no set plan, but I will keep going until I reach the goal. Quitting is not an option.”
Overcoming obstacles and staying motivated
Steve believes that listening to his body is key. “If I’m not motivated, I won’t force it. I’ll either go for a short run or take a rest day, then make up the distance later. Sometimes even just wearing my running clothes keeps me in training mode.”
What do you hope to achieve beyond the challenge?
“Each run becomes a mental win, especially as the mileage takes its toll. But my main goal is to raise awareness of men’s mental health. If sharing my journey encourages even one person to open up or seek help, it will all be worth it.”
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