Perhentian Island Challenge 2012: Discover Your Limits

Event: Perhentian Island Challenge (PIC) 2012

Date: 12-14th October 2012

Venue: Perhentian Island

Categories: 

1. International - Men & Women Elite

2. Malaysian - Men & Women Elite

3. Malaysian - Men & Women Novice

4. Kampung - Men Novice

Finisher's entitlement: 

Finisher T-shirt, Medal limited to 1st 50 finishers each category, 

Trophy for winner of each category

Route & challenge: Mysterious (change every year)

Registration: 

To register as participant/volunteer, go to http://www.perhentianislandchallenge.com.my/

Limited to 500 pax, of which 100 pax are reserved for elite category.

Category with less than 20 pax will be cancelled.

For more info: 

Log on to official website, http://www.perhentianislandchallenge.com.my/

Follow at Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/PICAdventures

For contact numbers and email address, go to the official website. 

Are you ready to Discover Your Limits???

Stumbled upon a great site for keen runners

While browsing internet, out of boredom, I discovered this discussion thread. VERY INFORMATIVE, i would say. You will find tips on carbo loading (yeah you can't just simply eat all carbo rambo style!), where to find shoes, links to websites for runner enthusiasts, comparison of training watches, etc! it's a HELLLLLLLL of a lot of infos to digest there! Enjoy!

The Runners Thread V5

An interesting review of minimalist shoes you can find there:

"The Bikila and Komodo have almost exactly the same feel. Just started trying them out so can't see any noticeable difference yet, or how they perform vis-a-vis the KSO. The tread on the outsoles of the Komodosport and the Bikila are somewhat different. The KSO on the other hand has a completely different outsole, without any tread, and running in the Komodosport and the Bikila will give you a very different feel. My KSO are a size larger than that recommended by the website and there is a bit of slack in the toes. I wear Injinjis with 'em. You probably won't need to wear any socks with the Bikila and the Komodosport because the uppers are made from a different material, smoother than that of the KSO, and there is very little friction. But that could be because this time, I bought exactly the size recommended by the website. A very snug fit, very little slack, and I suppose because of this, you're not likely to get blisters. Not that I got any wearing the slack KSO.

I had a similar problem with my knee before I switched to VFFs. That problem has not recurred once since I made the switch. But I've also been doing weights in the gym to strengthen my hamstrings and quadriceps and this is supposed to help, so whether you want to attribute the improvement to the shoes or to the weights, I couldn't say with any certainty. My instincts tell me both have a role to play in this.

When you eventually make the switch to VFFs, do it slowly and take it for granted that you will have to live with sore calves for a while. Give your legs and feet time to get used to the new gait and the new feel and build up your mileage slowly. I loved the feel when I made the switch - I could actually feel the grass, the sand, the pebbles etc etc. I imagine your soles would be somewhat more insulated from the terrain by the Bikila and Komodosport outsoles because of the distinct tread (just got them, and I've given myself a week off to recover from the Penang Marathon so haven't had a chance to try them outdoors yet).

I can't speak for any other kind of minimalist footwear from experience, but I don't think anybody is 'ready' for VFFs or other minimalist footwear for running, unless you've been running barefoot. You need to give your body time to make the necessary adjustments. That said, I used to run in cheap trainers with minimal support and padding so perhaps the transition wasn't too difficult for me. Also, each person's feet are different. You must find the shoe that best answers your needs, and this might not necessarily be something minimalist.

I've read Chris McDougall's book and done some further research on barefoot running and in principle, I think it all makes sense. At the end of the day though, what matters is that you find something that works for you. Since these shoes are now retailing in KL, I think the thing to do would be to go and try them out and see how they feel. But from my own experience, and from what I've read and what people who wear them have told me, you need to give yourself time to get used to VFFs. You will almost certainly end up with fabulously sore calves the first few times you run in them. That happened to me. But once the breaking in period came to an end (about 6 weeks for me), I not only said goodbye to sore calves, but also to knee pain and sore muscles after all the half marathons I subsequently ran in. My first full marathon recently was another story altogether but I recovered after one day."

By : PangurBan

So guys, feel free to join the 'darkside' of minimalist running and enjoyment! hehe!

Oh Selamat Berpuasa too!

Selamat Menyambut Kedatangan Ramadhan Al-Mubarak

Semoga Ramadhan Al-Mubarak tahun ini membawa 

seribu keberkatan dan rahmat kepada sekalian alam.

Ingat, sembahyang terawikh dan puasa jangan tinggal tau!!!

Kalau nak training/joging pun, lepas semayang terawikh ler...

Pergi la ke Desa Parkcity...boleh lari malam2...hehe...

The upcoming running events

All EFRs who really wish to know the future coming running/running-related events, are advised to check out this post. We will have specific posts for *EFR's choice events. If you need to know in details about other events, you may leave your message here and the editors will try to entertain and post specifically about the event you requested. Thank you.

Start of Ramadhan (fasting month), 19/20 July 2012

21 Jul - KPAC Trail Run 2012 (Ramadhan)

22 Jul - Dasein Charity Run 2012

22 Jul - 2012 Race Against Cancer (Singapore/Ramadhan)

29 Jul - Pacemakers Anniversary Run - 8 Serie 1 2012 (Ramadhan)

12 Aug - Pacemakers Anniversary Run - 8 Serie 2 2012 (Ramadhan)

End of Ramadhan (fasting month), 18/19 Aug 2012

26 Aug - Larian Hijau MPSP 2012

30 Aug - Delta Eco Night Run 2012

1 Sep - SP Half Marathon 2012

1 Sep - Komtar Tower Run 2012

2 Sep - Larian TC Kuantan 2012

8 Sep - UiTM Tower Challenge 2012

9 Sep - River Jungle Marathon 2012

9 Sep - Adidas King Of The Road 2012*

9 Sep - Charity Run For Kidney 2012

15 Sep - The Most Beautiful Thing Ultra-Trail Marathon 2012

16 Sep - Taiping International Marathon 2012

16 Sep - Yellow Ribbon Prison Run 2012 (Singapore)

16 Sep - Oren Sport Royal Klang Town Run 2012

16 Sep - Giant Kids Run 2012

17 Sep - Penang StarWalk 2012

23 Sep - Be A Runner, Be A Giver Run 2012

23 Sep - Desaru Int'l Triathlon 2012

23 Sep - Samui Marathon 2012 (Thailand)

30 Sep - Mizuno Passion Wave Run 2012 (Singapore)

30 Sep - Salomon X Trail Run 2012*

30 Sep - Larian Mesra Petronas Menara Condong Teluk Intan 2012

30 Sep - Gorgeous Fitness Community Fun Run 2012

7 Oct - The Pink Charity Run 2012

7 Oct - LLG Run (Fund Raising for Memorial Lim Lian Geok) 2012

13 Oct - The North Face 100 2012 (Singapore)

14 Oct - 26th Mount Kinabalu International Climbathon 2012

20 Oct - Putrajaya Night Marathon 2012*

21 Oct - Melaka Heritage 10KM Run 2012

28 Oct - Newton Challenge Singapore 2012* (Singapore)

4 Nov - Powerman Malaysia 2012*

11 Nov - Great Eastern Women's Run 2012

11 Nov - Larian Jom Kitar Semula 2012 (Chicha's pick)
11 Nov - Parit Buntar Int'l Triangle Run 2012

18 Nov - Penang International Bridge Marathon 2012*

18 Nov - Standard Chartered Bangkok Marathon 2012 (Thailand)

25 Nov - Parkcity Run 2012

8 Dec - 3rd Putrajaya International 12 Hour Walk 2012

16 Dec - Malakoff KL Run 2012*

23 Dec - Chiang Mai Marathon 2012 (Thailand)

*EFR's choice

p/s: Other than stated in bracket, all events are in Malaysia.

Men's Health & Shape Night Run 2012: Event Day

I think this will be the last running event participated by most of EFRs before the fasting month. Most of us are really happy that it is being held at night. We think that run at night is more suitable, especially in Malaysia, where the weather is quite hot in the morning, and in addition, we can spend tomorrow (Sunday) on other things like shopping, watching movies...rather than run and sleep. However, for our Buggati (EFR 1), he said at night, he is not at his best. Mmmm..stil top 300, duhh....

The Men's Health & Shape Night Run 2012 organised at Precint 3 of Putrajaya, on 14th of July 2012. Understood that more than 6000 participated in the event. Seven (7) determined EFRs took the challenge this time. They are: 

Ikhwan Veyron (EFR 1) - Holder of EFR's 12km best record

F.A.D Suarez (EFR 3)

Pyan (EFR 8)

Shuhid ZR (EFR 7)

Remy Paan (EFR 11)

Min Yi (EFR 18)

Fith (EFR 23)

View in front of the Palace of Justice, in the Majestic City of Putrajaya.

Taking picture after all together

From left: EFR 11, 23, 8, 1, 3

One special thing we (EFR) experienced this time is, for this event, we didn't really contacted each other to know who registered. Until the event day itself, then only we know that actually 7 of us joining. 6 of all 7 runners are still working in EYKL. Haha. It makes us really happy on the day, smile all the time, and stick together for longer hours after the race.

Palace of Justice at night

EFR 7 with the limited medal

EFR 18 with his medal

EFR 1 with medal

EFR 8, his PA and the medal...

For the first time in EFR running history, we have been accompanied by the non-running buddy, who helped holding all our belongings. Hahahaha.. we really hope this should be a habit to all the other EFRs to do so... Come on lah bro, xlari pun, come n be a supportive spectators, support the event y'all...hehehehe

happy running...ooops, sorry Brooks....

RM300 worth goodies bag...O.M.G!!!!!!!! So syiok...

See you all after Raya with Adidas King Of The Road!!!!!

Salomon X Trail 2012: Make Your Mark

Event: Salomon X Trail Run 2012

Venue: Stadium UPM, Serdang, Selangor.

Date: 30th September 2012, Sunday

Time: 7.00a.m. (Men Category), 7.15am (Women)

Distance: 10KM

Fees: RM60 (includes a dry fit Salomon T-Shirt worth RM89)

Categories:

Men Open 10KM (16 y.o. & above)

Men Veteran 10KM (41 y.o. & above)

Women Open 10KM (16 y.o. & above)

Women Veteran 10KM (36 y.o. & above)

Register: Online at www.myraceonline.com

Entitlements: All finishers will received a finisher medal and certificate.

Closing date: 31 August 2012 or 2000 runners whichever earlier.

Race kit collection: 20-21 Sep (10am-7pm), 22 Sep (10am-3pm)

Status of EFRs registered as at 11.59pm 11-7-12: 

EFR 3 registered

EFR 7 confirmed not joining
Only 2000 pax, buddyz!!! Better hurry up register before your own NIGHTMARE haunts you!!!

Port Dickson Int'l Triathlon 2012: Event Day

Event: Port Dickson International Triathlon 2012

Venue: Avillion Admiral Cove / Admiral Marina & Leisure Club P.D., N. Sembilan

Date/Day:  

1. *Sprint Triathlon & Kids - 7 July 2012 (Sat)

2. **Olympic Triathlon - 8 July 2012 (Sun)

Individual entitlements:

Event t-shirt

Carbo-loading dinner ticket

Swim cap

Race number

Bike number

Helmet number

Timing chip with strap (for Olympic category)

Goodies bag

Relay entitlements:

Event t-shirt (3 pcs)

Carbo-loading dinner ticket (3 pcs)

Swim cap (for swimmer only)

Race number (2 pcs - cyclist and runner)

Bike number (for cyclist only)

Helmet number (for cyclist only)

Timing chip with strap (1 set only)

Goodies bag

Finishers: 

Exclusive PDIT 2012 Finisher Medal

More info: http://www.triathlonmalaysia.com/race-details.php?eventID=31

EFR joining: EFR 16

Swimming time

Came out from the water

I'm transformed!!!

Now, it's a biking time...

With supporting lovely wife...

Is this the first registration promo for 2013 event???

Log on for more info www.mpibrun.com.my

NTV7 Feel Good Run: Damn Happening Y'all!!!