Inspiration Strikes
RUN Singapore|December 2019/January 2020
Jen Macapagal age 32 occupation programme manager at Alpha Development
Inspiration Strikes

Jen Macapagal moved to Singapore from her native Philippines in 2009, and by her own admission was not a pretty sight back then. She did no exercise, and in an effort to dispel work-related stress took to all kinds of unhealthy vices. By chance, she tried her hand at dragon boating as a way to build new connections and as a healthy hobby during her weekends, and before the end of her first year living in Singapore, she knew that she had found an activity that was worth doing.

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FLERE HISTORIER FRA RUN SINGAPORESe alt
The Journey To Injury Free Running
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The Journey To Injury Free Running

How physiotherapists help you stay active, injury-free

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3 mins  |
February/March 2020
Maximizing Potential For Tomorrow
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Maximizing Potential For Tomorrow

Lim Yao Peng shares his sports and running passion with the next generation.

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4 mins  |
February/March 2020
The Key To Record Breaking Performances?
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The Key To Record Breaking Performances?

Running shoes: how science can help you to run faster and more efficiently

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4 mins  |
February/March 2020
Running Makes You Smarter -- Here's How
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Running Makes You Smarter -- Here's How

The science behind how your brain gains as you train.

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4 mins  |
February/March 2020
TIME TO FLY
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TIME TO FLY

Hoka One One may still be the new kid on the block, but the sports shoe brand is already showing the way with its innovative engineering.

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3 mins  |
February/March 2020
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THE VEGANS ARE COMING

What's fuelling the interest in plant-based eating?

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4 mins  |
February/March 2020
THE HARDER THE STRUGGLE, THE GREATER THE REWARD
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THE HARDER THE STRUGGLE, THE GREATER THE REWARD

In 1981, Rob de Castella was the fastest marathoner in the world. He recounts his rise to the top and tells us about his current project.

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5 mins  |
February/March 2020
BEATING THE HEAT ON YOUR RUNS
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BEATING THE HEAT ON YOUR RUNS

Find your PURPOSE this season.

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3 mins  |
February/March 2020
SUPPORTING CHAMPIONS
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SUPPORTING CHAMPIONS

The journey towards a fitter, stronger and better version of yourself through sport is not always an easy road. Marathoner Ashley Liew, triathlete Ahmad Arif Ibrahim, and trail runner Ong Kian Tiong share with us how their coaches and mentors helped to encourage and motivate them to bring out the best in their sporting abilities. They tell us of their doubts and struggles, and why the presence of an experienced mentor is vital in helping them achieve their best.

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9 mins  |
February/March 2020
AT THE EDGE OF SOUTH AMERICA
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AT THE EDGE OF SOUTH AMERICA

Run wild, but safe, at the 2020 Patagonian International Marathon

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3 mins  |
February/March 2020