Jockey Chris Symons will swap his silks for his sweats when he participates in the Herald Sun/City Link Run For The Kids this Sunday, 14 March.

Symons is part of the inaugural Victorian Jockeys Association team, ‘Jocks That Rock,' which includes Brad Rawiller, Linda Meech, Sebastian Murphy, Casey Bruce, Daniel Schmitt, Jonathon Bowles and Dean Larsson. Larsson's 12-year-old son Andrew will also participate.

Symons is hoping he can keep up with Rawiller who is aiming to run the 14.6 kilometre course in under an hour and he took time out from his preparations to spend 60 seconds with Rebecca Elliott.

How did you get into racing?

I have always loved animals, I was hopeless at school and I was short.

Greatest success you've had on the racetrack?

On my wedding day on 20 January, 2007, I rode two winners at Caulfield before I got married.

Favourite horse and why?

Recapitalize because he's a cool dude.

Secret to your success?

Patience and loyalty.

Most admired rival?

Brad Rawiller and Stephen Arnold.

Best horse seen?

Casual Pass. He was a Group horse and had a lot of problems but still continued to find success which is very rare.

Any superstitions?

I never put my goggles on until I get behind the gates.

Favourite race distance?

1400 metres

Any hobbies away from racing?

I love looking after animals.

Favourite TV show?

Two and a Half Men

Ice cream or French fries?

Fries!

Anything people would be surprised to know about you?