Phenomenal South African woman breaks world records at 85
She may have started running just a few years ago, but Deidre Larkin shows no signs of slowing down even at the age of 85.
The Johannesburg woman has broken a world record and says she couldn't be more ecstatic.
Carla Mackenzie caught up with the inspiring Deirdre who not only loves running, but also has a passion for playing and teaching piano.
She's a retired concert pianist and now teaches full-time.
Her running journey started when she was diagnosed with osteoporosis in 2009.
She says her health motivated her to lace up her running shoes.
She runs for the Randburg Harriers and has now beaten her own record after running the Geneva Marathon on Monday 8 May.
She ran the race in 2:05:13, breaking her previous record of 2:12:37 for the 85+ World Half Marathon Record.
