Abdi Abdirahman is a five-time Olympian and the author of Abdi’s World: The Black Cactus on Running, Life, and Fun. Originally from Somalia, Abdi was forced to flee the country and spend time in a refugee camp in Kenya before settling with his family in the US. He discovered his talent for running at college and went on to become a professional distance runner, representing the USA at five Olympic Games. At the age of 45, Abdi still loves to run, and he’s currently focusing on preparing to qualify for his sixth Olympics.
