Deciding on when to kick is crucial and depends on how the race is unfolding.
Michael East

I could produce spurts of speed and after taking up athletics I found myself running quite quickly over 400m.
Michael East

I first discovered my turn of pace when I was playing football as a kid.
Michael East

If it's a slow race you have to be on your guard. You have to be patient, but I prefer that.
Michael East

If you go too soon, you can come unstuck with 50m left when the guys are going past you.
Michael East

If you see swarms of guys coming around you, you have to try and avoid being stuck on the kerb.
Michael East

It is a natural gift I was born with but it's something I've had to nurture in training.
Michael East

It probably won't sink in until I've retired from running but I'm a much better athlete than two years ago.
Michael East

So when you put the kick in and the other runners go past you, it's game over!
Michael East

Stepping up a gear during any race is not an easy thing to do.
Michael East


Winning Commonwealth gold was just totally unbelievable.
Michael East

You have to have your wits about you and think quickly on your feet.
Michael East