All About Running/Jogging/Marathons/Triathlons

[mathsparks]

hi autumnbronze/ooptimizer,


I've started a new topic:
http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?t=8114

[Ironman1]

Hi all,


anyone heard of Strongman Sports international? Saw their swimming training at Bishan swimming pool, and was very impressed with the kids over there. Quite a few are between 5yrs old to 12yrs old and they are all swimming very well in all 4 strokes. Spoke to their coach and was told that he is actually the head coach of Triathlon Association of Singapore. He told me that all the kids will be taking part in Osim triathlon very year.

Beside triathlon training, they also conduct competitive swim program too.
Think I will sign up for my kids for their swimming first.

Wonder anyone of you here heard of them? Please comments. Thanks!

Really very impress with the kids there with their swimming technique and their determination.

This is their website http://www.strongmansports.com.sg

[looking4Tutor]

my son was with them since pri 4. Just stop this month to prepare for his PSLE. He loves the training that comprises of swimming, running and cycling. The swimming lesson can be compare to any of the swimming clubs out there.

[saralim]

this kind of training at such young age will stunt growth?

[542la]

Hello!

Has anybody joined the Marathon or 10K in particular? I need to know whether all participants required to run most of the time or are they also allowed to just walk? I love running and walking but i'm a lousy runner (used to be good gazillion yrs ago in hi school :D).

[jerrycoaching]

Hello 542la!


My name is Teacher Jerry. I'm a finisher of St. Chart 42km marathon, Aviva Ironman 70.3 and a Swimming coach.

So just tot of sharing with you.

Well, for most of the 10km races, there is usually no cut of timing that you need to achieve. Most organisers would prefer you to take part in the race and enjoy it. So, you can walk,jog, or crawl to the finishing line. No problem at all.

If this is your 1st time taking part in a 10k race. I would recommend you to go and enjoy the race (*even if it meant walking all the way*)

I always share my 1st marathon story with the kiddos. Teacher Jerry limped all the way for my 42km. (*had a cramp at the 12km mark).

Of course, adequate preparation before the start of any race is cruicial and important. You should be cover at least 2km -5km a week (depending on how comfortable you are) before you embark onto your 1st 10km race.

Rule of the thumb. Train safe, train smart and enjoy your race. :dancing:

[542la]

Oh wow...great! thanks for ellaborating Teacher Jerry!

I think i'm gonna join this year

[jerrycoaching]

You are welcome!


To be inspired, you may take alook at my blog. hee... Hope that inspires u alittle!

http://www.twfec.org/2011/04/we-are-on-tv.html

[Faun]

jerrycoaching:

You are welcome!


To be inspired, you may take alook at my blog. hee... Hope that inspires u alittle!

http://www.twfec.org/2011/04/we-are-on-tv.html

Hi Teacher Jerry,

I'd also like to train for the 10km run. The most I could do now is 3.5km. I used to be able to do 6km and that was aeon ago and the longest I could do.

How should I train. Is it better to do road run or go McRitchie for the jungle run?

When is the marathon btw? Are there a few of this event in a year?

Thanks for your help.

[jerrycoaching]

Faun:

jerrycoaching:

You are welcome!


To be inspired, you may take alook at my blog. hee... Hope that inspires u alittle!

http://www.twfec.org/2011/04/we-are-on-tv.html

Hi Teacher Jerry,

I'd also like to train for the 10km run. The most I could do now is 3.5km. I used to be able to do 6km and that was aeon ago and the longest I could do.

How should I train. Is it better to do road run or go McRitchie for the jungle run?

When is the marathon btw? Are there a few of this event in a year?

Thanks for your help.

Hello Faun!

You are way better than me! I couldn't even finish my 2.4km run during my army times. Now, I'm proud to say that I'm an Ironman 70.3 finisher! :boogie:

Well, 3.5km is a good distance if u r planning to go for a 10km run.

St Chart should be in Dec but there's 1 mizuno in Sept. Maybe you can look foward to that

Well, if time permits, you can start off with a short distance. Say, 2km/week. Then progress 4km/week -> 6km/week -> 8km/week.

I believe in progressive training. Most importantly is the discipline to go for that run despite feeling tired and sianz.( Hey! that happens to us always) :gloomy:

The initial part is always the most difficult. To get those engines running. But, hey. Once u get started. Keep those legs running until ur 1st race. U will be hooked onto it once u get to that finishing line.

Remember. We are talking about recreational running and completing the race. Not elite trainings.

So, get urself an mp3 player or a jogging buddy. Start off slow. Go and run ur favourite areas. (Mine is East coast park and Sembawang Park) Or a jog around ur estate. Enjoyment is the most important part to get things started.

On ya! get urslf a nice pair of shoes that u love so much that says \"Let's go for a run! Wear me!!\"

Hee.... :grphug: