Malaysia

Mount Datuk is located in Rembau, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. Standing at around 880 m, it offers hikers a magnificent view of sunrise and a 360-degree panorama view of the surrounding scenery. However, this hike is considered 'moderately challenging' and is not recommended for the beginners unless you have strong...

The Malaysia Women Marathon was held at Petaling Jaya this year, joined this race in 2013 and 2015, but felt that this year edition, organisation was not as good and there were a lot that needed to be improved.  That being said I still enjoyed the race very much. Came...

Due to the overwhelming response to the loyalty registration period for the Standard Chartered KL Marathon 2019 (SCKLM2019), there is a reduced number of slots available for public registrations as compared with the year before. There are a total of over 10,000 slots available across all categories and in...

After New Year celebration, comes the time for resolution! And weeks after festivity, comes the inevitable reality! For 2019, have you set your list of New Year goals for your health and fitness? For beginners who aspire to start exercising, have you already hit the gym, or started pounding the pavement? How...

Dirigo Events and Standard Chartered Malaysia are pleased to announce a four-year extension to their title sponsorship agreement, taking the Bank’s partnership with the Standard Chartered KL Marathon through year 2022. The 2019 edition of the highly anticipated event will take place on 28 and 29 September and is...

“If you are losing faith in human nature, go out and watch a marathon.” Kathrine Switzer, the first woman in history to run Boston Marathon (1967) As my lethargic feet sprinted past the finishing line of Balik Pulau Marathon on 7th October 2018, a mixed feeling of joy and sadness overwhelmed...

Shahrom Abdullah is a triathlete and extreme sports enthusiast from Gua Musang, Kelantan. Shahrom is a proud owner of a bicycle shop and also works as a part-time coach; coaches his students who are participating in IRONMAN Malaysia. Without further ado, here is the Q&A with Shahrom Abdullah! The Basics Full name           ...

Marking its 13th consecutive year, the BHPetrol Orange Run is here once again! A joint collaboration between BHPetrol, Polis DiRaja Malaysia, Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya and Affin Bank, the annual event aims to support healthier lifestyles and contribute to those in need in society. Mr Tan Kim Thiam, Managing Director...