NTUC Income RUN350: Tips by Elite Runners Derek Li & Melvin Wong
The NTUC Income RUN350, organised by Young NTUC, takes place on 5 April – in less than two months time. So to prepare runners for this event, a series of … Continue Reading →
Tag Archives: Running Tips
Triathlete Sara Ng: She once said that she’d never do a triathlon again
Midway during her first ever triathlon race, 23-year-old Sara Ng had sworn that it was something she would never do again. Explained Ng, a Personal Trainer and Practice Legal Trainee, … Continue Reading →
Running Tips: What you wish you had known before doing your first race
Every experienced runner has to start somewhere as a complete novice, learning and picking up new nuggets of information on the go. And most runners have regrets – of things … Continue Reading →
Living With A Runner: A Humorous Take On What It is Like
If you’re not a runner yourself, you may probably know someone who is. This could be your spouse or partner, your brother or sister, a flatmate you’re renting an apartment … Continue Reading →
FairPrice Walks With U: Back For 2015
Mark your calendar for Sunday, 29 March. That’s because the popular annual mass walk cum carnival – FairPrice Walks With U – is back. A great time for family bonding … Continue Reading →
Dropping out of a marathon race
Running 26.2 miles (42.195km) definitely puts a lot of stress on both the body as well as the mind. Sometimes though, you have to make the tough decision to drop … Continue Reading →
Maintaining your Running Regime Throughout the Chinese New Year Festive Season
Chinese New Year – is upon us in less than a month’s time. For many Chinese Singaporeans, this means plenty of eating and feasting whilst spending time with relatives and … Continue Reading →
Fun Facts about Running You May Not Know
Here are some interesting facts about running, that you may not have previously known. 1. Running and Calories Running burns 50 per cent more calories compared to walking, and yes, … Continue Reading →
Wacky Tips To Help Run More Effectively
Here are some wacky tips – to make marathon running and training more effective and at the same time, less painful. 1. Wear Diapers Have you felt as though you … Continue Reading →
Tips to Make Training Runs More Interesting and Easier
Here are some tips to help make running easier and enjoyable – and put a smile on your face as you clock those daily training miles on the pavement or … Continue Reading →
How To Run As Little As Possible In A Race
Many runners who complete a marathon may for example, find that their GPS watch measures 43km rather than the advertised 42.195km. But runners need not always end up running more … Continue Reading →
The “Golden Rules” of Running
When they are running, especially during races, most runners follow a specific set of “golden” rules – which have been accepted as the norm in running, over the years. Here … Continue Reading →
Importance of Correct Pacing for Runners during Marathons
During a marathon (42.195km), pacing is one of the most important elements. And yet, close to 99 per cent of runners may get their pacing strategy incorrect. They start the … Continue Reading →
StanChart Marathon: Race Tips from Adidas Running Ambassador, Melvin Wong
Adidas running ambassador Melvin Wong is a familiar face in the local running scene. He participates in local events regularly, and has taken part in several races including the SAFRA … Continue Reading →
Dealing with pre-race anxiety: Tips By Top Runner, Marcus Ong – for this year’s StanChart Marathon
28-year-old IT executive Marcus Ong is one of Singapore’s top runners, with many accolades to his name. His most recent victory was emerging as champion at the Stadium Run last … Continue Reading →