Tips From Singapore’s Oldest Marathon Runner: Chan Meng Hui
At 84 years of age, he is easily the oldest marathoner in Singapore – and his aim is to complete 100 marathons before he considers even slowing down. In fact, … Continue Reading →
Category Archives: Running
Sundown Marathon 2014: Win Prizes By Sharing Your Race Tips
Sundown Marathon – the only night-only marathon in Singapore will be with us again – come 31 May this year. So take part in the Sundown Marathon and stand a … Continue Reading →
A Runner’s Leg Pain: My Experience with Exertional Compartment Syndrome
You may not have heard of compartment syndrome, but runners do get it. I have been struggling with exertional compartment syndrome in my left leg (below the knee area) since … Continue Reading →
Runner Collapses and Dies During 2XU Compression Run Marathon 2014
During the weekend at the 2XU Compression Run marathon, a 45-year-old male runner, Martynn Koh Tong Yong, collapsed at the 11km mark of the race, while taking part in the Full Marathon. … Continue Reading →
Mok Ying Ren: Looking Good for the World Half Marathon Championships
Singapore’s fastest marathon runner, Mok Ying Ren, 25, took part in the 2XU Compression Run (21km Category) this morning. He used the race as a form of practice for the … Continue Reading →
The Secret Strategies and Techniques of a Kenyan Runner
She completely blitzed the Women’s Full Marathon (42km) field at the 2XU Compression Run today. As a result, professional Kenyan athlete Noami Wambui, 29, finished the race in a stunning … Continue Reading →
The 2XU Compression Run Marathon: My Impressions
Sponsored by the 2XU compression wear company, the annual 2XU Compression Run had a new category today – a 42km Full Marathon, in addition to the 21km Half Marathon and … Continue Reading →
How To Deal with the Running Crowds at Races?
You must have noticed that when you are taking part in races, the throngs of runners can make life crazy at the starting pen. Often, it can literally take several … Continue Reading →
Running Drills and Circuit Training Exercises: Lexxus Tan, F1 Runners Team
Runners who include drills and circuit training exercises into their running routines are likely to have better strength, stamina and endurance – with less injuries. In races, they will consequently … Continue Reading →
What To Expect at Sundown Marathon 2014
With the catchy tagline “Bring On The Night”, the Sundown Marathon 2014 is Singapore’s biggest marathon – to be staged entirely at night. Here are some of the things that … Continue Reading →
Sundown Marathon 2014: Bring On The Night
The popular Sundown Marathon in Singapore will make its return for the seventh year running – come 31 May. It is Singapore’s only full marathon – to be staged completely … Continue Reading →
Secrets of Singapore’s Well-Known Marathon Runners
Mok Ying Ren. Ashley Liew. Anne Qi Hui. The Singapore Blade Runner. These champion Singaporean runners have represented Singapore and done our island nation proud for distance running. What are … Continue Reading →
Last Minute Marathon Running Tips For The 2XU Compression Run
The 2XU Compression Run takes place this coming Sunday. If you are participating in the race and have trained well, you should probably be looking forward to the day and … Continue Reading →
Benefits of Barefoot and Minimalist Running
They completed the Standard Chartered Singapore Full Marathon 2013 – without wearing any footwear. Members of the Singapore Barefoot Minimalist Society strongly believe that people are born to run – … Continue Reading →
How To Hydrate For A Running Race (Common Mistakes)
As you know during running races, it is very important to keep yourself hydrated, especially if the weather is hot. In fact, hydrating yourself during races is just as important … Continue Reading →