Regional | JustRunLah! - Part 139
 

Regional

MesaStila Challenge & Ultra 2015 – One of Indonesia’s Best Trail Runs

Race venue - Central Java, Indonesia Java is the 13th largest island in the world and the 5th largest in Indonesia where the East-West spine of the island is lined with a chain of volcanic mountains. Located in the middle of Java island, Central Java province is an area rich in culture, history...

5 Reasons why you should visit Penang, The Pearl of the Orient

The Penang island has been the heart of the trading relations between Europe/Middle East and Southeast/East Asia for hundreds of years, where historical remains of the East-West relations and the colonial heritage still seen around the fusion of architecture, culture, food and people in Penang. One of Malaysia's most diverse, cosmopolitan and exciting cities with...

Race Review: Ironman 70.3 Bintan (by Ginni Chan)

It was a wonderful weekend in Bintan, more so for participating in the Ironman 70.3 Bintan race. This is my third 70.3 event and as the sayings goes, 'third is a charm' is indeed true. Due to many factors such as proper nutrition, double training sessions, good weather and racing with...

Hong Kong – Tin Hau: A Haven for Cafe Lovers

Every year, I travels to Hong Kong to catch up with some of my good friends, enjoy the good food, do some outlet shopping and most importantly find new places to explore and run in Hong Kong. During the past few trips, I have always stayed around food haven...

For Honour and Glory: 5 reasons to participate in Commando Challenge 2015

Make way for the the ultimate obstacle race in Singapore, the Commando Challenge 2015, which will be held on 17 October 2015 at Sentosa Island! Expect a 6km run along beaches and jungles of Sentosa, overcoming 14 military style obstacles such as fire, ice, electricity, crawls and climbs! A fitness event to test your determination,...

Early Morning Run – Hong Kong TaiPo

  Hong Kong is my second home after Singapore. I lived in Hong Kong for many years,  but this week whilst visiting here for the long weekend, I attempted my first run yesterday. I started early at 7am to avoid the heat - and I am glad I did because yesterday...

Getting ready for Ironman 70.3 Bintan!

Ironman 70.3 Bintan was previously known as Metaman Bintan and it is organised by Metasport. It is heartening to see that it is now an Ironman race and an increasing number of inaugural Ironman 70.3 races are being held in Asia. It's definitely a good thing as we do...

Run, Watch, Eat and Play this Jubilee Weekend!

This year, Singapore celebrates its 5oth year of independence and the series of celebration and festive events that took place over the past few months and in the upcoming jubilee weekend have been the largest-scale ever! With an extended public holiday and festive weekend ahead, there are many activities...