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Nony Mordi Triple Jumper

Edinburgh has a great tradition in sport and many sporting success over the last century, with athletes winning European, Commonwealth, Olympic and World titles.

Nony Mordi - Great Britain Triple Jumper

"It really is scientifically proven that you do get a lot of happy hormones from doing exercise!"

Ben Cairns - Edinburgh & Scotland Rugby player 

"Team spirit and friendships you get from sport are better than any other walks of life."

Ben Cairns Activcity Sporting Champion

David Kohler - Team GB Sailor David Kohler Activcity Sporting Champion

"It's because of my parents I have the opportunity to do what I do today."

Grace Reid - Commonwealth Springboard Diver

"I think it's a good idea having someone to look up too and see how they coped." 

Grace Reid Activcity Sporting Champion

Graham Moodie Activcity Sporting ChampionGraham Moodie - Great Britain Hockey Internationist

"Sport and getting somewhere is more down to your attitude, than how talented you are to begin with."


Euan Burton - Great Britain Judoka

"Forget about the bad stuff going on. Forget about bills you have to pay and you can just enjoy the moment."

Euan Burton recieving medels

Kate Cullen in actionKate Cullen - Commonwealth Track Cyclist

"I've meet a lot of really interesting people I'd have never met if I didn't ride a bike."

Gillian Cook - World Bobsleigh Champion & Great Britain Long Jumper
"Go along, have a go and see if it's something you might be interested in."