Reporters - Kenya's home of champions

Subscribe to France 24 now: http://f24.my/youtubeEN FRANCE 24 live news stream: all the latest news 24/7 http://f24.my/YTliveEN ... Visit our website: http://www.france24.com Like us on Facebook:   / france24.english   Follow us on Twitter:   / france24_en   Iten, a poverty-stricken town of 45,000 people, lies at an altitude of 2,600 metres on the edge of the Rift Valley. The sign at the entrance to the town tells it all: "Welcome to the El Dorado of Kenyan Athletics!" The High Altitude Training Centre has been training the world's elite runners for years. Its world-class reputation ensures that it’s constantly booked up. Out on the red dirt tracks, there are always dozens of runners, some barefoot, some wearing the latest expensive gear. Life here revolves around stopwatches and distances. Everyone shares a common dream: to become a champion.