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The Rise of Social Running: How It Benefits Your Body, Mind, and Career

Dr Vicky Lauren — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:07:00 +0000

In 2024, run clubs have surged in popularity, with record numbers of people hitting the pavement. From tech workers to social workers and nurses, individuals from all walks of life are embracing the power of social running. But social running offers more than just physical fitness. For those in demanding professions, such as nursing, running [...]

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Will You Miss These Popular Singapore Running Events in 2025?

The RunSociety Team — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 13:59:36 +0000

Ah, Singapore! The bustling city-state known not only for its iconic skyline and delicious food but also for its incredible running events. As we lace up our running shoes and prepare for 2024, we can’t help but notice that some beloved Singapore running events seem to have vanished from the calendar. After COVID-19, people have [...]

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How to Be a Good Pacer in 2024: Essential Tips

Samantha Khoo — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 16:00:01 +0000

Looking to level up your training or aiming to excel as a standout pacer yourself? You’re in the right place! In this dynamic feature, we’re thrilled to present you with insights from six exceptional running pacers who’ve truly mastered their craft. They’re here to share invaluable tips and advice that will equip aspiring pacers with [...]

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5 Different Types of Marathon Runners: Which One Are You?

Samantha Khoo — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 06:11:32 +0000

Running a marathon is an exhilarating adventure that brings together a diverse array of individuals. Amidst the sea of participants, have you ever pondered which of the many types of marathon runners you are? From sports enthusiasts to even a sneaker manufacturer testing the latest footwear innovations, marathons attract an incredible variety of people. There [...]

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How to Find Your Own Interesting Routes to Run

The RunSociety Team — Thu, 26 May 2022 05:00:36 +0000

If you are running in a circle almost every single day, there will it won’t be fun to run consistently daily. Changing or trying different running routes is one of the best ways to improve your daily run, making you run better each time. Running to different places offers you a nice view, like grueling [...]

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Learn How to Choose a Good Pair of Running Shoes

The RunSociety Team — Tue, 17 May 2022 08:40:56 +0000

Finding the right running shoes at a shoe shop is not always easy. To ensure you pick the best running shoes, make sure it fits you perfectly and comfortably from heel to toe. So, if you are a new runner, it may be tricky to find out which type of running shoes suits you the [...]

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Why I Choose To Join Spacebib Virtual Races

Samantha Khoo — Thu, 06 Jan 2022 03:18:00 +0000

Online races or virtual runs are a popular way for runners to keep themselves active with a purpose amidst the pandemic period. But none does it better than Spacebib, the leading online race platform, where runners are empowered to run anywhere and anytime they want, challenging themselves in numerous ingenious online running races supported by [...]

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How to Rediscover Joy and Confidence in Running?

The RunSociety Team — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 01:56:52 +0000

In our running journey, we do fall and lose our way. It seems like an endless race that we may not be able to cross the finish line. Along the way, we might crash and de-motivated to keep pushing on. No matter how challenging the ride is, don’t ever doubt yourself and remember why you [...]

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What to Wear for Your Runs?

The RunSociety Team — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 04:41:49 +0000

Do you ever come across a pile of running clothes and couldn’t figure out what to wear? Whether you are an experienced runner or a new runner, you may be wondering what to wear when running. No matter where you run, comfort and looking good is the first thing when it comes to running. While [...]

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How to start running after 50 years old and achieve your goal? Here’s how they did it

Samantha Khoo — Sun, 09 May 2021 06:42:36 +0000

Running is a great way to maintain your overall health, as it will help you to stay fit and strong. Well, some naysayers may say that running in your 50s might not be safe because running is a high impact exercise, and it can be tough on your muscles and joints. It might lead to [...]

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What Have You Learned From Running?

Samantha Khoo — Sun, 24 Jan 2021 09:57:37 +0000

2020 was a tough year for everyone, due to the pandemic crisis. It affected everyone’s lives, from wearing a mask when we are out to practising social distancing to protect ourselves and our loved ones. It made us realise that our life is full of uncertainties, as nobody knows what lies ahead in the future. [...]

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30 Really Useful Running Tips By The Running Community

Samantha Khoo — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 18:35:00 +0000

In a running world, we are constantly finding an effective method to train our body for a race or marathon. We examine every single possibility and even tested out all the techniques and approached them thoroughly. We execute our plan and make sure we follow it. We set a higher standard for ourselves and push [...]

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Why we continue to run after the pandemic lockdown

Samantha Khoo — Sun, 06 Dec 2020 06:39:16 +0000

Running outdoors is a great way to release anxiety and stress after the pandemic lockdown, as it gives us a sense of normality in our life. However, some might have stopped running until a vaccine becomes available. If you are exercising outdoors, make sure to run safely, practise social distancing, avoid touching your face with [...]

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Will You Run to Help Raise Sexual Violence Awareness?

Samantha Khoo — Sun, 15 Nov 2020 16:58:57 +0000

An athlete from Australia, Claire McFarlane, rowed at the national level. She also competed in the Australian National Championship when she was 18-years-old. Back then, she did not enjoy running. This all changed in 1999 when Claire was raped in Paris while living there as a foreign student. In 2009, 10 years after the ordeal, [...]

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How an ultra-marathoner get creative in running at home during the pandemic

Samantha Khoo — Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:09:24 +0000

Stephanie Northway from Michigan, USA is an ultra-marathoner and teacher. She started running marathons in October 2015. Then, ultra-marathons in December 2015. She runs several races every year, and she and her family travel for them. Running is part of her life. She also coached tee-ball for three years and Girls on the Run for [...]

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Meet One Runner Who is Passionate about Healthcare Workers

Samantha Khoo — Wed, 27 May 2020 17:40:10 +0000

Manchester’s Asif Amirat is a Developer Engineer and a running enthusiast. He has challenged himself to complete 100 Half Marathons for 100 Days at home. He was very moved by the way that the NHS workers helped with the premature delivery of his twin daughters. As a result, he has decided to run 100 Half [...]

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Will Running Be the Same After COVID-19?

Aidan H. — Fri, 08 May 2020 07:56:04 +0000

While runners are discovering new coping mechanisms to the Coronavirus virus that continues to hold the world hostage, CNN’s Allen Kim reports that running is “enjoying a boom,” because gyms and fitness facilities are closed. Is this a pipe dream or are runners more resilient than we give them credit for? Avid runners are taking [...]

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Forget About Bitcoin: You Want Runcoins in Your Life—and Now!

Aidan H. — Tue, 26 Dec 2017 05:51:05 +0000

How much progress have you made trying to understand the ins and outs of the ultra-hot cryptocurrency movement? Yup. That’s the official name of virtual money exchange, but you likely know it simply as Bitcoin. Sensationalism surrounding the concept has made newspaper headlines since the invention of the Bitcoin. Even the “inventor” of the currency, [...]

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Why Did I Join My Local Running Club and What Happened [A Year] Later?

Allison Carter — Thu, 23 Nov 2017 16:31:23 +0000

I had always enjoyed running, it was just something I loved to do for fun. I was not kitted up, and I did not take it very seriously so when I decided I would like to join a club, it was a bit daunting. I was worried that I would be met with of all [...]

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How to Keep Running Better After 40 Years Old

Dr Vicky Lauren — Fri, 22 Sep 2017 04:19:38 +0000

Today’s runners should be of good cheer: Plenty of studies show that healthy eating and regular exercise keep men and women on their toes longer than those who define exercise as travelling from the couch to the ‘fridge. As a rule, runners stay, feel and appear younger because they take their longevity seriously, so our [...]

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