Kaila McKnight Euro Insight

Time period spent in Europe?

5 weeks.  It will be 8-9 weeks by the end of my trip
 

-          Base whilst in Europe?

Teddington, London with Melbourne Track Club Athletes

-          What races did you target and how did they go?

My main target for this trip is the World Championships in Korea. I haven’t competed yet.

-          Most enjoyable experience?

Racing in the Monaco Diamond league. Off the track the amazing travel, shopping and food I am able to enjoy across Europe. I also love training in the sunshine at this time of year over here.

-          What was the lowest point?

No real low to report as yet. Everyday as an athlete has it’s challenges with ups and down but I take on as they come along.

-          Lessons learnt during this European experience?

My biggest lessons were learnt in my first year over here and I still follow them.

Treat your base like home, be comfortable, don’t do anything different to home and don’t ever trust a pacemaker.