I Visited The UNIQLO’s First Roadside Store in Malaysia And It Is HUGE!

HUGE! That's the word to describe it! With the floor area of 15,000 sq ft, the Uniqlo store in DA Square is the first  Uniqlo roadside store in Malaysia, a very popular store format in Japan and Asia. Malaysia is the fifth country outside Japan and the third in Southeast Asia to open a roadside type store, and follows successful launches in South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and the Philippines. 

VV EHOUSE - Affordable Activewear for Fitness, Leisure and Lifestyle You Will Love!

Since September this year, I have been on a running streak, 3km minimum, every day. And on the weekend, I usually increase my mileage, up to 21km. So, I use a lot of running clothes. Heheh! 

Galaxy Fit2 Manages Your Health and Life Effortlessly During A Pandemic

Feeling burned out from the daily life in this new normal? Sometimes our schedule gets so hectic that taking a break seems to be a luxury. However, it’s important to go easy on yourself and take care of your physical and mental health.

U.S POTATOES help power up SOH WAI CHING in Scaling Up A New Guinness World Records

First of all, we would like to congratulate our friend, Soh Wai Ching, who is also Malaysia’s very own champion towerrunner (World No. 2 and Asia No. 1 towerrunner) for successfully attained a new Guinness World Records (GWR) by clinching the title of “Greatest Vertical Height Stair Climbing in One Hour (Male)”, beating previous record holder Mr David Robles Tapia from Spain.  

Virtual Runs: More Than An Uprend, It's The Mainstay

Edan Syah

Video calls and virtual meetings, once commonly found only in boardrooms and lecture halls have become the staple in almost every household. This year, video calls became the mainstay for adults and students working and studying from home, and to also stay socially-connected with loved ones far and near. They are (virtually) doing everything together. Even marathons and fun runs have gone virtual! 

AmLife Ropes In International Experts & Introduces Frequency Therapy Sleep Device On World Mental Health Day

Kuala Lumpur, 20 October 2020 – In conjunction with World Mental Health Day (WMHD), sleep health specialist AmLife International Sdn. Bhd rolled out its WMHD showcase themed “Sleep Well For Mental Health” covering six key countries – Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei, Hong Kong and Taiwan. The showcase comes in the forms of workshops- both online and offline - to educate the mass public on current mental health conditions in the region.

Endurance Runner Steven Ong Completes 1,600km Solo Charity Run Across Northern Borneo

Photo Credit Muqtadir Halim

Congratulations to veteran endurance runner, Steven Ong, 43 who completed the “TRANS BORNEO 1600” solo charity run having crossed Malaysia’s two largest states and the sovereign state of Brunei last month. 

Tronserve Launches Locally-developed Platforms for DIY (Do It Yourself) Website and Virtual Meeting Application

Tronserve (M) Sdn Bhd DIY (Do It Yourself) concept website and virtual meeting application called LINK to assist Malaysians businesses to embrace the Digitalization and Industrial Revolution 4.0.

  

REALME 7 Series Has Officially Landed in Malaysia, giving users a Dare to Leap lifestyle and experience

 

PETALING JAYA, 24th September 2020 - realme Malaysia today has launched two of its latest smartphones in their Number Series, realme 7 Pro and realme 7. realme’s Number Series is well-known for its charging technology, camera features as well as trendy design. Malaysians can now capture sharper and charge faster with the functions equipped in the new realme 7 Series. 

Free Foot Alignment Check @ JennOrtho, MidValley Megamall

As a runner, it is important to know your foot type to hunt for the ideal running shoes to boost your training. When it comes to foot type biomechanics, runners are divided into three broad categories: the neutral-footed, the flat-footed (the overpronator runner), and the high-arched (the supinator runner). Of course, you can use the quick and easy, wet test method to check your feet. But what if I tell you that you can have your feet checked in detail for FREE at Jenn Ortho, Mid Valley Megamall.   

AyamBersamaMu Community Pantry Initiative Goes Viral in Kuala Lumpur!

Kuala Lumpur, June 19, 2020 – While Hari Raya celebrations have been muted this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and the recovery movement control order (RMCO), Malaysian kindness has made a difference to those struggling with basic necessities through the #AyamBersamaMu community pantry initiative in 13 communities.

Pertubuhan Kebajikan Kasih Nurul Hasanah Sets Up #AyamWithYou Food Pantry to Support Ukay Heights Community

Kuala Lumpur, May 27, 2020 - While times are tough due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Malaysians are pulling together to support communities with kindness and trust, giving old methods such as communal food pantries an innovative spin. 

HappyFresh CEO Runs for Donation Drive to Beat COVID-19

Kuala Lumpur, May 13 2020 – Guillem Segarra, CEO of Indonesian-headquartered online grocery platform HappyFresh will be running a half marathon (21km) from his home to raise donation for people affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. 

Watsons Launched A Star-studded Raya Digital Film ‘Jauh Di Mata, Tetap Beraya’

Kuala Lumpur, 9 May 2020 – Watsons Malaysia launched a digital film to commemorate with the Hari Raya celebration this year. Amidst the ongoing challenges and uncertainties, the Raya video starring a star-studded cast entitled ‘Jauh Di Mata, Tetap Beraya’ is a reminder to all Malaysians that the bond between loved ones is stronger than the restriction imposed during these trying times. 

ITTV E-Learning Introduces New 2020 Value Pack

The closure of schools is expected to extend beyond the Movement Control Order (MCO). Ensure your kids' education is not neglected while staying at home with ITTV, a Ministry of Education approved E-Learning portal. 

Borneo Marathon 2020 CANCELLED

Only a day apart from the announcement of the Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon cancellation, the organisers of the Borneo Marathon has made the same call due to the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's the statement from the organisers, which is published on Borneo Marathon's Facebook page.

Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon 2020 CANCELLED!

Here's the official statement from the organisers of #KLSCM2020 about the cancellation of this year's edition of the race.

Teva Looks Towards a Sustainable Future - As of 2020, 100% of Teva’s Iconic Straps are Made Using Recycled Plastic

TEVA, a division of Deckers Brands, today announced the launch of its sustainability initiative and “Strap In To Freedom” campaign. As of 2020, Teva uses recycled plastic in 100% of its iconic straps. This represents an important step in Teva’s commitment to build a more sustainable future and reduce its impact so future generations can be free to explore the wild world around them. 

Launch of ASIC's Three Revolutionary METASERIES Shoes Goes Virtual

Kuala Lumpur, 31 March 2020 – ASICS has announced 3 revolutionary new shoes to power and protect athletes – the METARACER™ advanced racing shoe for long distances, the METARISE™ volleyball shoe and the spikeless METASPRINT™ track shoe for elite sprinters.

GQ: Eliud Kipchoge Wants To Keep Running

“When you see marathon people training and you see the results, you don't know what's inside those results,” runner Eliud Kipchoge says. “Many things are going on behind the scenes. Don't miss the training in the morning and the evening, because the body is counting.”

Customized coaching modules from Datuk Misbun Sidek for the future of Malaysian badminton

Sri Manjung, 14 March 2020 – National badminton coaches need to use customized training modules to produce more world-class athletes such as Datuk Lee Chong Wei. 

Nike's Latest Releases for Air Max Day 2020

On March 26, 1987, Nike debuted its first sneaker showcasing the Swoosh’s now iconic Air technology through a side-visibility window — the Air Max 1. Thirty-three years later, and with the continual ingenuity of Nike Air by way of Air Manufacturing Innovation, the company still celebrates the revolutionary cushioning platform on the release date of its first shoe. 

WATSONS MALAYSIA Stores & Online Are Open for You #watsonshereforyou

Kuala Lumpur, 18 March 2020 – With the announcement of Restricted Movement Order by the government of Malaysia to curb the spreading of COVID-19 outbreak, Watsons Malaysia has temporarily closed its headquarters for 2 weeks where its employees will continue to work from home. This is in accordance to the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 and the Police Act 1967 order. 

#IRUNSOICANEAT: Japanese Buffet @ STILL WATERS, Hotel Maya KL

Imagine having unlimited servings of fresh seafood. sashimi. sushi and mane. You can now indulge in all things Japanese with Still Waters Japanese Buffets every Saturday during lunch.

Perlis Endurance Run 2020 in Celebration of King of Perlis' Birthday

Petaling Jaya, 29 February 2020 – In partnership with Malatra Events & the State Government of Perlis, ULTRON Malaysia is proud to be the Title Sponsor for the inaugural edition of Perlis Endurance Run 2020. 

Splurge Yourself On Your Favourite Skincare Products With WATSONS 3.3 SUPER SKINCARE DAY

Beauty fans are in for a treat this 3rd of March 2020, as Watsons will be having its 3.3 Super Skincare Day, a massive 1-day only beauty sale at Watsons online. Everyone has their favourite skincare brand that they can’t live without.

Inaugural Pacer Assessment Trials Raises The Bar For KLSCM 2020 Pacer Team

Have you ever used the services of a Pacer in a distance running event? Was it because you wanted to finish at a certain time or because you needed the encouragement, motivation and advice that an experienced Pacer could provide?

Take A Dive Back into New Balance's Archives This February

Kuala Lumpur, 12 February 2020 - New Balance has unveiled not one, but three collections of its refreshed classics from the past for the new generations in a party cum launch event at the Slate @ The Row today. The collections are the NB 850 footwear, The Heritage Packs and Inspire The Dream Pack.

Under Armour Launches the UA HOVR™ MACHINA

(L-R) Jeff Lau, Zaidatul Husniah, Mohammad Haiqal Hanafi, Peter Davis

Kuala Lumpur, 7 February 2020 – Under Armour today launched its ultimate long-distance running shoe and the newest addition to the UA HOVR™ line-up, the UA HOVR™ Machina. The UA HOVR™ Machina, Under Armour's top-of-the-line high performance running footwear collection, features the softness of a distance shoe with the speed of a racing flat and real-time form coaching that helps make anyone a better runner.

The Nike 2020 Forum Unveils The Nike Air Zoom Alphafly NEXT%

The Nike Air Zoom Alphafly NEXT% evolves the learnings of the Vaporfly franchise, adding Zoom Air Pods in the forefoot, more ZoomX Foam in the heel and a lighter Atomknit upper.

The Nike 2020 Forum, held at The Shed in New York, highlighted the brand's latest performance and sustainable innovations — including apparel for Tokyo, 2020 football kits, all-new performance footwear and the sustainable Space Hippie footwear collection.

Adidas’ Fastest Ever Distance Shoe – Adizero Pro is Available in Malaysia This April

Kuala Lumpur, 12 February, 2020 - Today, adidas introduces the adidas adizero Pro – adidas’ most advanced and fastest ever distance running shoe. Representing 70 years of relentless innovation since adidas’ first ever running models, the new silhouette is a breakthrough product for the brand which builds on ten years of world records held by the legendary adizero franchise between 2008 and 2018. Engineered to meet the exacting needs of world-class marathoners and designed to allow all runners to break their personal best, the adizero Pro is the pinnacle of the franchise. 

adidas Originals Launches Change Is a Team Sport

Kuala Lumpur, 29 January 2020 - Since its inception, adidas’ iconic Superstar shoe has stood for those who aren’t afraid to stand for something. Throughout its existence the instantly recognizable silhouette has graced the feet of teams at the forefront of culture worldwide. Having changed the game on the court 50 years ago, today the sneaker is made for game-changers off of it. Celebrating five decades of culture makers, boundary pushers, and limit breakers, adidas Originals launches Change Is a Team Sport.

Introducing Under Armour's 2020 Global Brand Platform—The Only Way Is Through

One last drive. Three seconds left on the clock. The point two of 26.2. 5:00 a.m. after 5 straight days. Bumps, bruises, and breaks—mental and physical. In an athlete’s life, barriers are everywhere. From the daily grind, to the crippling pressure, to the trials and tribulations of life outside the gym, the pursuit of getting better is a constant challenge and test. 

Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered KL Marathon 2020 Sells Out in 7 Hours

Kuala Lumpur, 23 January 2020 - The 12th edition of premier distance running event, the Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon (KLSCM), which takes place on 13 and 14 June 2020 at Dataran Merdeka has sold out public registrations for all available categories in a record seven (7) hours. This was despite Dirigo Events, the owner and organiser of KLSCM, introducing specific new criteria for its priority registrations that allowed for more race entries to be made available for the public registrations.

Win an Exclusive Wuxi Marathon Entry with ASICS #IMOVEME Challenge

No crowds. No start gun or pre-race nerves. No official starting line. Such is the flexibility and convenience offered by virtual races, the latest trend in the running community. 

SSKlinic Unveils Dina Nadzir’s Transformation after SSSLIM Treatments

Petaling Jaya, 14 January 2020 – SSKlinic Ambassador, Dina Nadzir has so far lost six kilograms in four weeks after going through SSKlinic’s signature slimming treatment, SSSlim. Dina Nadzir has unveiled her slimmer figure in a media conference at the SSKlinic in Damansara 3, Petaling Jaya today. 

#IRUNSOICANEAT: An Evening Delightful Dinner by Chef Emmanuel Stroobant with a Highlight on the Versatile California Raisins

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends that adults consume 1½ to 2 cups of fruit per day. A portable, readily available fruit, such as California Raisins, is ideal to help fulfil this requirement. In fact, it only takes ½ cup of raisins to equal a whole fruit serving vs 1 full cup of fresh fruit.

Malaysian Women Marathon 2020 welcomes MCIS Life as Title Sponsor

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 20 January 2020 – Malaysia Women Marathon the only women marathon in South East Asia is set to welcome MCIS Insurance Berhad (MCIS Life) as their title sponsor and will adopt the name ‘MCIS Life Malaysia Women Marathon (MWM)’ for the next 3 years.

A Lifestyle Combo for Aesthetic and Music Lovers with REALME BUDS AIR and REALME 5i

(From Left) MK from K - Clique, Kidd Santhe, Ms.Tiffany Teh, Brand Manager of realme Malaysia; Mr.Hunter Wang, CEO of realme Malaysia; Mr. Mervyn Liew, Assitant Category Manager of Shopee Malaysia; Mr. Max Wong, Brand Manager of Lazada Malaysia and Mr. KC Har, Product Manager of realme Malaysia at the official launch of realme 5i and realme Buds Air in Malaysia.

PETALING JAYA, 14 January 2020 - realme Malaysia today launched its True Wireless Smart Assistant realme Buds Air together with a new addition to the realme 5 Series family, the realme 5i. These products are testimonial for the brand to continue leap forward in being the tech lifestyle brand that delivers leap forward performance products which enhances the life of Malaysian youths. 

SPORTSDIRECT.COM Unveils Latest Elevated Superstore at Bangsar Village 3

Kuala Lumpur, 15 January 2020 – Through the continuous support of an expanding customer base, Sports Direct Malaysia, today opened its latest elevated superstore @ Bangsar Village 3, in the affluent Bangsar suburb of KL. This standalone store boasts a retail footprint of close to 18,000 sf, and marks the 30th store in Malaysia, since inception back in 2011.

New Year, New You: Step Into The Zone with PUMA

Kuala Lumpur, 14 January 2020 - Global sports brand PUMA is releasing a brand new women’s training shoe, called Zone XT, designed for high-intensity workouts, and endurance-based running and training. Adriana Lima, PUMA’s global womens training ambassador, is the face of the campaign, where she is featured showing some of her best training moves. 

Nike Launches the Nike React Infinity Run

This season, Nike is excited to introduce the Nike React Infinity Run, Nike latest's running shoe with an aim to reduce the potential of the injury while running.

Oh No! Malaysia's Ultra Runners Ranked The Slowest in the World!

What a revelation! When it comes to ultrarunning, Malaysian men and women are ranked the SLOWEST in the world, according to a study done by the statistically savvy people from RunRepeat.com.

Shoe Review: Reebok Liquifect - 3 Reasons You Will Love

These shoes are the latest arrival to the Reebok stores. The Reebok Liquifect. Not sure if the word Liquifect is derived from Liquid + Perfect or Liquid + Effect. Anyway, I had the chance to take them for a spin at the Oppo Reno Festive NightRun (5km) and the Terengganu Drawbridge Tower Run. They performed really well on both events, the first on the tarmac road and the latter on the 442 steps up the recently opened drawbridge tower in Terengganu.  

Here's my review on the Reebok Liquifect Running Shoes, simplified in three reasons you might consider buying the shoes.

Melawati Run 2020 - Challenge Your Limits

Winners from all the categories posing for a photo after the prize presentation of the Melawati Run 2020.

I am back, albeit it was a last-minute decision. I only got to know that the organiser had an extra media bib available the night before the race. Better late than never. So, I decided to say yes to repeating the Steroid Hill and all at the Melawati Run 2020.    

My 2019 Finisher Medal Collection

It's time to put away my 2019 medal collection. They fit nicely in the mooncake metal gift box. I have a many many of them boxes over the years. Every year I would save a box to put my medals in.

Travel Trends: Ecotourism a New Favourite for Generation Z guests in Malaysia

Ecotourism Experiences in Malaysia were one of the top picks amongst Generation Z guests (aged 24 and below*) over the past year, marking a progressive shift in travel trends towards sustainable tourism and off-the-beaten-path Experiences.