There was a carnival thingy going on beside the stadium also what. Shah Alam drivers arent used to hving traffic jam... ahh.. boohoo.

Had a torturing run. But towards the end after entering stadium entrance, my husband saw me from afar and grabbed my hand. We ran towards the finish line together. He finished a few mins earlier and was already wearing his selipar. He's such a doll I tell you

i thought is 21km?

Hi all,

Had my surgery on the 31/7 to insert metal plates for my left radius. A K-wire was also inserted into my left wrist, I guess to immobilize the wrist while allowing the bone to fuse. After the the surgery I woke up earlier than I shud have (I was on GA so I was unconscious) so I was in great pain after tht. They gave me a 50-day MC, so I'm now at home. I guess I can start my running again once they've removed the K-wire & my stitch wounds have healed completely. I plan to make the Mizuno Wave Run my comeback race, so I've got 2 months .. Really itching to get out & do something...

Hey guys, i'm new to running but lately i kept getting same injuries around the shin and heel and finally decided to buy a pair of decent running shoes.

Was using BATA (Buy And Throw Away!), then all the pain came up after jogging for days continuously. So now i just bought a pair of Asics GT 2120 without even considering the other brands since i'm still new to running itself. i can only jog a maximum of 2.2km in one go then need to rest.

Also when i was testing other shoes like adidas, nike, i didnt quite like it due to the fitting. At that time i didnt know what Asics is, but i just tried on since the pricing was more expensive than nike and adidas range, i thought there maybe reasons for it.

The first try it fits perfectly except for the arch support that i find irritating. then i consult the shop assistant that my arch hurts, and he told me its normal since it acts as a support. so i tried walking around and realized i dont feel much pressure on my shins, ball of foot and heel.

Feel free to comment, advice will be much appreciated. thanks!

ya, i got them to check for me. they said mine is flat to normal. more on flat.

anyhow since i already bought the shoes i didnt regret a bit cause i feel so comfortable the whole day walking around college without feeling discomfort. 

im not yet even run any KM on my new shoe...   

busy busy busy...

No doubt milk has all the necessary nutrients. However, judging personally from my training frequency and intensity, I don't find it to be suffient. How much milk can one drink at one go without having to visit the toilet? And what about those who are lactose intolerant? I personally am drinking Nestle Omega Nesvita milk as it a fortified formula compared to fresh milk like HL. I use to take Anlene, but realised Nesvita is a bit better due to the its Omega 3 and 6 content. A bit pricier though but sometimes it does reward you with free Nestle products like Milo, etc...

As for multi-vitamins, I am taking Blackmores now. I used to take Double X from Nutrilite, Amway and it's a very good product. I highly recommend it. I stop because it is very difficult to get as it's a direct selling/MLM company. That's why I went back to the trustworthy Blackmore brand. It may not be as strong at Double X, but it works for me. I also has been taking their Glucosamine as I don't fancy the offering from Kordel as it comes in gelatin capsule. I try to avoid that.

Omega 3 capsules, try to go for flax seed source. Earth's sea is heavily polluted now so fish source can contain mercury, harmful for the body. There are a few formulas that contain Omega 6 and 9 together, so it's good to have those. I personally find GNC's formula to work for me. Not too pricey as well.

Don't forget to add in protein especially for post training as your body needs the amino acid to repair itself for your next session. Milk is good but as stated earlier, too little. And how can you store milk in your vehicle for such a long time when you are out. Sure turn stale. So, protein powder works here. For those who seen me drinking a milky substance sometimes at Bukit Aman carpark, that's it. As for the pink fluid, it's call Endurox. More towards glycogen replnishment, just a bit of protein. So depending your needs, take your pick.

For 10K runs, I take nuun hydration tablet. It is almost zero calories and carbohyrate free. So I just replenish my electroytes level.

Hope this helps.

as i am a vegetarian, i do make sure i have the right & sufficient amount of supplements.  Multi-Vit is a must for me.  Calcium + Magnesium and D.  Vit C.  Plant based glucosamine for me.  Iron supplements.  Chlorophyll + Ribose to cleanse my system and provide energy.

NUUN to replenish salt and electrolytes after workout.

Endurox for recovery.

Started on 2XU compression for muscle recovery during sleep and training.

Well, according to Mizuno's website, the Wave Elixir 3/4 is for moderate over-pronators. Have U checked Ur feet type by doing the wet test ? The shoe might not be suitable for U, but then again, AFAIK, neutral runners can still run in moderate shoes. Maybe ccube or phoenix can elaborate more on this.

MayanPaw, the AdiZero Pro is a very light weight shoe just meant for races. It is not a trainer as it has very little or in fact no cushioning at all to support your body.  And not only you can write it off in 2mths, if you wear it constantly for training you can write off your knee and ankle as well.  So dont just be deceived by the weight and the looks, as wrongly using the shoe will eventually cause severe injury to your legs.

If you have a budget of RM500, then the range of selection is very wide.  I sell SAUCONY and NEWTON, and so definitely there will be a model that suits you.  The Saucony Triumph 6 will have the right cushion and stability for your indoor/outdoor use, and weighing around 11oz.  Selling at RM320.  This is just one of the models.  A lighter pair of trainer will be Fastwitch 3 (7oz) selling at RM260.  PM me if you are interested.

cameron run? yes...i went wif my gf. nice route...12k. meet up wif lots of runner from all around.
good training ground before mizuno run on the 25th. anybody went for ekiden? how is it?

Hey guys, happy to have found this thread.
A total noob runner here (even though I'm 27... )

Actually started running to lose weight (I'm not overweight but just want to have a better toned body).
Been posting at the bodybuilding forum also.

Been running for like 1 1/2 months and have reached a distance of about 5km.
Is that a good increase?
I've been reading here and everyone seem to run like minimum 10kms and marathons, I feel freaking inferior lol.

Would like to share my progress since that time and would love to get some feedback from long time runners here.

1. Started about 1 1/2 months ago.
2. 1st time if i recall correctly could only go like 600meters... paiseh...
3. Have improved to about 5km in about 30 minutes (I think its slow right?)
4. Don't have a good running shoe yet (using some X training shoe and basketball shoes cuz most of the time I play basketball after my run and can't really afford a new shoe, poor student...).
5. I run in the evenings and sometimes at night if something comes up. Outdoor running on a track around a lake. Smoother than the tar road.
6. Would like to hit 10km if possible.
7. I'm male, 170cm and 63 kg (lost 2.5-3 kgs in that 1 1/2 month, also due to a much better diet). Losing another kg or 2 would be perfect.
8. Am at about 14% body fat, would like to go to 10%.
9. Doing some weight training to build my muscles but not into seriously buff but fit. How do i describe this. Something like this i guess:



Sorry if the post is a little windy.
*Are there any budget watches that can track accurately (or at least without too big an error) the distance ran? I've seen many brands and models but most of them are really expensive and got a little dizzy reading up on all those brands and functions.

Oh wanna share a good quote from another forum heheh:

if i'm talking to a hottie, and trying to impress, then i've been running.

if i'm talking to a runner who knows better, then i've been jogging.

if i'm talking to neeners after she's been training for a triathlon, then i've been loafing.

when is mizuno again?
i still hv yet to collect my bib and all

just curious triple02, not sure if its polite to ask so pardon me if it isn't.
May i know ur 5km time?

The Progrid Jazz 12. Not a super expensive shoe but it's still super expensive for me lol.
Just very happy to have gotten it, gift from someone.
No man...didn't register and never ever raced in my life before.
And 1 hour 5min is super slow lol. Read online that normal guys usually run 10k's at 45 min. 
And the wave run isn't like my normal running which is quite flat.
It's really hilly. Slopes here and there.

Guys, Anyone here joining 42k in Singapore Marathon. As the days go by I feel more anxious for I know I still lack training and it's too late now (been very busy in the past few months). But Anyway I'll still try my very best, since my only goal is to finish the race (hopefully not crawling but running). If anyone of you training for Singapore Marathon, where are you guys usually running? Because I usually run alone in my area in PJ (Sec 14 area). I wish to run with anyone training for 42k so that i somehow have an idea.

triple, u were there too. i hope u enjoy the race especially trail running
anyway i shud be in Pg for PBIM flying in via FireFly and shud adjourn to the Toilet Bowl restaurant  for lunch at QBM.  its commando style as I will leave for KLafter the race sometime b4 noon.  staying at Krystal Suites.

yah, happened before. so its not an usual thing.  so dont feel too bad abt it.  just not the right day with the right form to run.  if that happens, just stop and dont force urself.  this feeling may happen to anyone if they over train or wat i termed as BURN OUT.  so gotta listen to your body and slow down.  rest a few days and pickup from there.