Wednesday, January 29, 2020

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.

Monday, January 27, 2020

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. 

Friday, January 24, 2020

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.

Thursday, January 23, 2020

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. 

Tuesday, January 21, 2020

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.

Saturday, January 18, 2020

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. 

Friday, January 17, 2020

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.

Wednesday, January 15, 2020

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. 

Monday, January 13, 2020

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.

Thursday, January 09, 2020

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.

Monday, January 06, 2020

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.

Sunday, January 05, 2020

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.

Saturday, January 04, 2020

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.