When Powerman is postponed to November, it's time to focus on IronMan.
Hope, my maiden triathlon will happen soon.
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
KL City Half Marathon 2020
Completed 21km today at KL city half marathon despite worrying about COVID-19.
This race has been upgraded from FT Day run to KL City Half marathon.
As I was mentally not prepared for the race, I just treated it as another Long Run.
The race was within heart of city, covering, majid india, sultan ismail, chow kit but the real killer started from kuching where we redirected to bank Negara through a slope followed by usual bukit tunku hill and wisma tani hill. This made the race to be 1 of my toughest HM that I have participated.
I was glad to finish the race with timing of 1:56, still sub 2, without much of long distance training.
The entire route had distance marker and adequate water stations, except for the hills. Unfortunately, there were no power gell or banana.
This year marks my 20th year into road race and this was the 1st ever road race that I took part in year 2001 and the rest was history..
Sunday, March 3, 2019
POWERMAN 2019
It has been 8 years since I achieved personal best in a event and it ended today.
I managed to shave off 40 seconds to achieve 2 hours 19minutes and seconds in my 2nd ever Powerman today with distance of 5km run, 30km bike and 5km run.
Zero training for running practice for 3 weeks and 2 weeks without bike training definitely would have dented my hopes to achieve my goal. But wuth a matter of self confidence and never say die attitude, things just happen on its own.
While the 1st 5km was less humid, the suffering started in the cycling where the route was changed and it became more dangerous with sharp u-turn and rocky trunk road.
Half way through the sun was scorching on my head and i was keep refueling myself. Coming to 2nd running leg, i manage to flex my muscles to overtake many runners and improve my pace.
This time, went with my son to collect the race kit and park my bicycle at transition area. Atleast, its a method to boost him to get into sports.
Time to get good timing for other events too.
#powerman2019
#powermanmalaysia
#personalbest
I managed to shave off 40 seconds to achieve 2 hours 19minutes and seconds in my 2nd ever Powerman today with distance of 5km run, 30km bike and 5km run.
Zero training for running practice for 3 weeks and 2 weeks without bike training definitely would have dented my hopes to achieve my goal. But wuth a matter of self confidence and never say die attitude, things just happen on its own.
While the 1st 5km was less humid, the suffering started in the cycling where the route was changed and it became more dangerous with sharp u-turn and rocky trunk road.
Half way through the sun was scorching on my head and i was keep refueling myself. Coming to 2nd running leg, i manage to flex my muscles to overtake many runners and improve my pace.
This time, went with my son to collect the race kit and park my bicycle at transition area. Atleast, its a method to boost him to get into sports.
Time to get good timing for other events too.
#powerman2019
#powermanmalaysia
#personalbest
Friday, February 15, 2019
SCORE RUN 2019
SCORE Marathon 2019 - RUN THE NIGHT
Description :
The stakes are raised with SCORE Marathon. Featuring a debut of a 42km-route, take over the city with 20,000 other runners in the bid to conquer your limits.
Date : 13 April 2019 (Saturday)
Venue : Dataran Putrajaya, Malaysia
Category : 5KM, 10KM, 21KM, 42KM
Registration Platform :
http://www.heyjom.com/events/details/501/score-marathon-2019-run-the-night
Website :
https://www.score.my/score-marathon-2019/
FB :
https://www.facebook.com/scoremarathon
SCORE Marathon 2019 - RUN THE DAY
Description :
Prevail over both day and night and take conquering yourself to a whole other level. SCORE's Run The Day promises an adrenaline-pumping experience amidst a picturesque blend of modern and historical sceneries, set in Kuala Lumpur.
Date : 28 July 2019 (Sunday)
Venue : KL Sports City, Bukit Jalil
Category : 5KM, 10KM, 21KM
Registration Platform :
http://www.heyjom.com/events/details/500/score-marathon-2019-run-the-day
Website :
https://www.score.my/score-marathon-2019/
FB :
https://www.facebook.com/scoremarathon
Description :
The stakes are raised with SCORE Marathon. Featuring a debut of a 42km-route, take over the city with 20,000 other runners in the bid to conquer your limits.
Date : 13 April 2019 (Saturday)
Venue : Dataran Putrajaya, Malaysia
Category : 5KM, 10KM, 21KM, 42KM
Registration Platform :
http://www.heyjom.com/events/details/501/score-marathon-2019-run-the-night
Website :
https://www.score.my/score-marathon-2019/
FB :
https://www.facebook.com/scoremarathon
SCORE Marathon 2019 - RUN THE DAY
Description :
Prevail over both day and night and take conquering yourself to a whole other level. SCORE's Run The Day promises an adrenaline-pumping experience amidst a picturesque blend of modern and historical sceneries, set in Kuala Lumpur.
Date : 28 July 2019 (Sunday)
Venue : KL Sports City, Bukit Jalil
Category : 5KM, 10KM, 21KM
Registration Platform :
http://www.heyjom.com/events/details/500/score-marathon-2019-run-the-day
Website :
https://www.score.my/score-marathon-2019/
FB :
https://www.facebook.com/scoremarathon
Tuesday, January 1, 2019
KL New year run 2019
It's the first run for the year. My aim was to do around 60mins as I didn't had much sleep the day before.
One my running friend, Devi wanted me to pace her. Thus I just followed her, as it also meet my target of completing in 60 minutes.
The race had different route this year, which covers, ok tower, sultan ismail, many junction etc.
The first 5km was rather flat and it was cooling. Came the next 5km, where u turn into bank Negara, the torture starts, where the route was hilly.
It was good to see 3 water stations with adequate distance signages. Furthermore, after the race, they gave ice cream and bun, apart from the usual water and isotonic drinks.
Now, need to gear up for Powerman Putrajaya next month.
One my running friend, Devi wanted me to pace her. Thus I just followed her, as it also meet my target of completing in 60 minutes.
The race had different route this year, which covers, ok tower, sultan ismail, many junction etc.
The first 5km was rather flat and it was cooling. Came the next 5km, where u turn into bank Negara, the torture starts, where the route was hilly.
It was good to see 3 water stations with adequate distance signages. Furthermore, after the race, they gave ice cream and bun, apart from the usual water and isotonic drinks.
Now, need to gear up for Powerman Putrajaya next month.
Monday, February 5, 2018
Monday, August 7, 2017
The Great Run series
Date: 6 August 2017
Time : 6:30am
Venue : Setia City Convention Centre
Distance: 15km
Timing 1:18.03
Position : 9th
Shoe : Karrimor Duma 2
Shorts : Puma
vest : Asics
Socks : 2xU
Specks : Rudy project (Grey lense)
It's my 3rd consecutive run and I chose thios run due to inaugural run and nearer to my place. Didn't really aim for timing as I didnt had much long runs. As the race started, it was cold which made me to move faster pace for the 1st 2km. Thereafter, I just maintained the pace to ensure it doesn't go more than 5:30/km.
There were adequate water stations with both water and isotonic drinks. Perhaps, they could have placed it on the road rather than on the pavement, as some water stations were blocked by the cars parked due to cycling competition.
The route has some silent hills which manage to separate the fast runners. I saw only 1 u-turn which was a mental torture for me.
After 7km, i was amost running alone as the front runner was around 300M ahead of me. reaching the last 2km, I saw setia mall, so I thought i was finishing the race. Only then i realised, we had to do a big circle of the complex. I manage to overatjke the 3rd place women open category and sprinted to finishing.
Waited for the lucky draw, but it wasn't my day.
Tuesday, June 13, 2017
Warzone: Urban Assault
Event name: Warzone: Urban Assault
Event date: 18th Nov 2017
Event venue: Cyberjaya
Website: www.operationwarzone.com
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Tuesday, May 16, 2017
SCORE FitMob Festival 2017
Date: 30 September 2017
Venue: KWC StarXpo, Kuala Lumpur
Program: LesMills Body Combat, Strong By Zumba, Zumba Fitness, Ujam Fitness, KPopX Fitness
Target: 6000 pax
Website: http://www.score.my/events/score-fitmob-festival-2017/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scorefit/
Registration portal: http://www.heyjom.com/events/details/418/score-fitmob-festival-2017
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Unleash your inner warrior with LesMills Body Combat®. Feel the after burn in every muscle with STRONG by Zumba™ as you sync your moves to music and push past your limits with high intensity interval training. Add an exciting new twist in your workout routine, or dance your way to the top of the fitness charts with the rhythm and fun of Zumba®, U-Jam Fitness® and KpopX® Fitness.
This night of music and intense activity is joined by our special fitness celebrities who’ll amp it up as you work hard and play hard! Whether you’re into fitness fun or breaking your personal records, there’s something for all fitness fans!
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Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Dragon Back Run 2017
Date : 5 March 2017
Time : 5:45am
Location : Sekolah Kebangsaan Meru 2
Distance : 23km (23.48 as per gps watch)
Shoe : Skechers Go Run 4
Shorts : Brooks
Vest : Brooks (Kuching Marathon 2015)
Others :- 2XU Compression Socks
- Rudy project specks (black lense)
Timing : 2:16.45
Placing: 22
Time : 5:45am
Location : Sekolah Kebangsaan Meru 2
Distance : 23km (23.48 as per gps watch)
Shoe : Skechers Go Run 4
Shorts : Brooks
Vest : Brooks (Kuching Marathon 2015)
Others :- 2XU Compression Socks
- Rudy project specks (black lense)
Timing : 2:16.45
Placing: 22
Done with my 3rd race for the year. It's my 3rd attempt for the race.
The race is known for its killer hills ( I counted more than 10). It stared with light drizzle and I finished the race in heavy rain.
I didn't had much long runs this year. It's a good wake up call. It was more like LSD. The race started on time.
Went on good pace and allowed people to overtake me as I was in no rush. As usual, the first 5km, will be fast, thereafter, I started to see people walking.
There were 5 water stations with both water and isotonic. I felt there should be another 2 more, to make it average of 3km per station.
The route was hilly, but this time, the street lights were no there, especially at Persiaran Mokthar Dahari. Luckily, i didn't step into any potholes.
Once we reach the last 7km, I knew its reaching finishing. But the hills are crazy atleast 3 slopes. The girl under junior veteran whom was 2nd placed was chasing me, and thereafter i overtook her. We were doing it for atleast 7km, which made me to move forward.
Something I need to learn is on the water break management, where i take the pill and gel, which consumed time atleast for 2 minutes.
There were no power gel given. Luckily I brought 1 with me.
It was good they gave breakfast such as nasi lemak, mee hoon, spring role, banana, and water melon. But the sad part is on the water. They did give a bottle of water, but there were no isotonic drinks and they served tea which ultimately finished.
Timing is just moderate compared to last year. 2 hours 16mins.
Thursday, March 2, 2017
1km speed workout
No excuses because of rain. Suppose to do 10km on the road. But, nature calls.
Did 1km ,10 sets with pace of 4.15/km on treadmill. Finally manage to go below 4.20 pace. At least i knew my speed level now. Time to push further to below 4:10.
Ambank KL City Day Run
Date : 26 February 2017
Time : 7:30am
Location : Padang Merbok, KL
Distance : 12km (12.69 as per gps watch)
Shoe : Brooks T7
Shorts : 2XU compression shorts
Vest : 2XU
Others :- 2XU Calf Compression
- 2XU socks
- rudy project specks (black lense)
Timing : 61:33
Placing: 37
My second run for the year. I didn't had much training , especially after Thaipusam. As usual, I used it as booster for me to cope with my training schedule.
I knew it's going to be hilly but the twist was, it was the reverse double hill, plus some hills near Bank negara. I started slow, nevertheless, gradually increased my pace. It was my first race which begins in rain.
At least for the first 4km it was raining. When I reached Bank negara KTM, I though the race going to end, then they made a turn towards JKR, and diverted us towards Tugu Negara. That slowed my pace slightly. Nevertheless, upon reaching tugu, i was blocked by buses as there were poor traffic management at that area.
Thereafter, I increased my speed as it was the last 500M and even overtook 1 runner.
It's a great warmup for next run which is the killer Dragon Back Run..
Time : 7:30am
Location : Padang Merbok, KL
Distance : 12km (12.69 as per gps watch)
Shoe : Brooks T7
Shorts : 2XU compression shorts
Vest : 2XU
Others :- 2XU Calf Compression
- 2XU socks
- rudy project specks (black lense)
Timing : 61:33
Placing: 37
My second run for the year. I didn't had much training , especially after Thaipusam. As usual, I used it as booster for me to cope with my training schedule.
I knew it's going to be hilly but the twist was, it was the reverse double hill, plus some hills near Bank negara. I started slow, nevertheless, gradually increased my pace. It was my first race which begins in rain.
At least for the first 4km it was raining. When I reached Bank negara KTM, I though the race going to end, then they made a turn towards JKR, and diverted us towards Tugu Negara. That slowed my pace slightly. Nevertheless, upon reaching tugu, i was blocked by buses as there were poor traffic management at that area.
Thereafter, I increased my speed as it was the last 500M and even overtook 1 runner.
It's a great warmup for next run which is the killer Dragon Back Run..
Monday, January 30, 2017
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Week 3 Jan-2017 workout
It was the week after my 1st run for the year.
Wednesday - 2km (easy run)
Thursday - 5km (easy run around Beringin loop)
Friday - Rest
Saturday - 1km sprint (3 times)
Sunday - 10km
Wednesday - 2km (easy run)
Thursday - 5km (easy run around Beringin loop)
Friday - Rest
Saturday - 1km sprint (3 times)
Sunday - 10km
Monday, January 23, 2017
2016 running synopsis
2016 was a roller coaster year for me. It seems started well when I took part in the dragon back run and finished with decent timing of 2:14 for 23km. thereafter it gave me boost to train more so that I could prepare for my 1st ever overseas run and world major, Tokyo Marathon.
Things happened as I fell from bike just 1.5 month from the event, where I needed time to rest and didn't had much mileage. yet, I went to Tokyo to gain as much exposure as athlete cum backpacker. It was great experience running in winter.Meeting new friends and getting to know the culture of new people was definitely fascinating.
Thereafter, I took part in mini races i.e CLAP run and Square Root run in Universiti Malaya, which basically to bring the confidence back. In midst of personal life, wok and Toastmasters, I registered for virtual runs, so that it can boost me to keep running/exercising like, Bola naga run 1, Bola Naga run 2, Kabali run, Run for nasi lemak, singam run and MM trio run. Nevertheless, decided virtual runs would not be continued as I need to have face to face competitions.
Apart from it, I went through 3 consecutive week s of run, which I could say the peak ie AIA run, KL marathon and finally my 10th marathon (Kuching Marathon). Thereafter I called it a day for the year on competitive racing.
Overall, I took part in 8 runs (1 of my lowest in last 10 years). It's time to come back in 2017. Above are my pictures I took in gym and races.
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