Carbo Loading Before A Marathon Race
Loading up on carbs before a marathon race is important. But it is not simply having a gigantic portion of pasta or other carbs, the night before your race. Choose … Continue Reading →
Category Archives: Sports
Jasmine Ser – Shooting For Gold at the Myanmar SEA Games
Her pet event will not be available at the SEA Games in Myanmar next month. But that does not worry our shooting sensation Jasmine Ser – Singapore’s 2011 Sportswoman of … Continue Reading →
How do you Deal with Pre-Race Nerves?
It happens very often to runners regardless of whether you are an elite runner or a recreational one taking part in your first 5 Km run. And the more experienced … Continue Reading →
Running Tips From Top Singapore Marathoner, Anne Qi Hui
Last Saturday, I attended a talk organized by the Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore team to prepare runners for the race next month. Top Singapore marathoner Anne Qi Hui and her … Continue Reading →
Swimmer Joseph Schooling: Singapore’s Gold Medal Prospect at the SEA Games
Swimming sensation Joseph Schooling, 18, is all set and ready for next month’s SEA Games – and he is confident of adding to Singapore’s gold medal tally. Click here to … Continue Reading →
A Marathon Taper Off Plan For The Week Before Your Big Race
It is very crucial to taper off on your running the week before a marathon. If you do not, you will only put yourself at greater risk of injury – … Continue Reading →
How to Run More Efficiently
Many people think that the secret to becoming a more powerful and efficient distance runner is to train harder and for longer sessions. But such views may be misguided, because … Continue Reading →
Mental Training for a Marathon
In the preparation for a marathon, not only do you have to consider physical aspects such as the training, but the mental preparation is also important – especially during the … Continue Reading →
Review of the 2013 Great Eastern Women’s Run
Billed as Singapore’s biggest women-only race and the only women’s half-marathon race in the region, the Great Eastern Women’s Run was held this year on 10 November at the Floating … Continue Reading →
How To Reduce Exercise Boredom During A Treadmill Run
Many runners find that treadmill running is boring. For example, the scenery does not change and you are just running on exactly the same spot for what can feel like … Continue Reading →
Common Marathon Training Plan Mistakes
You have decided to put your name down for a full marathon so now you need to train yourself up for the race. Regardless of whether you are an experienced … Continue Reading →
The Adidas Auckland Marathon 2013, NZ: My First Overseas Run
The reward to reach the finishing line – one banana. I was full of adrenaline and totally pumped up as I made my way to the ferry terminal in Auckland … Continue Reading →
Tips for Running your Best Marathon Ever
If you have put your name down for a marathon and you want to perform brilliantly and deliver a really good performance on race-day, here are some tips – to … Continue Reading →
How to Run Faster
You want to run faster, but no matter what, you cannot seem to break your personal best records in races anymore. As a result, you may be feeling as though … Continue Reading →
How to Cope with Running Race Fear and Anxiety
New runners tend to have some fears and anxiety about racing, but these will definitely go away with more experience. However, some runners may still prefer not to sign up … Continue Reading →