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Take On Your Next Race With a Pair of Iffley Road Compression Shorts

Ryan Joshua Mahindapala — Tue, 12 May 2020 16:30:52 +0000

This compression shorts from Iffley Road is certainly a new and different piece of running gear that you would not usually find on the shelves. Iffley Road’s products represent the triumphant accomplishment of Sir Roger Bannister–the amazing sub 4 minute-mile that he ran in 1954 at the iconic Iffley Road Track in Oxford, UK. This [...]

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Be Part of the Iffley Road Legacy

Ryan Joshua Mahindapala — Sun, 26 Apr 2020 16:28:25 +0000

Sir Roger Bannister ran a sub 4- mile on 6 May 1954 at Iffley Road track in Oxford, England. He was 25 years old at that time. Bannister’s accomplishment was reported all over the world and he was crowned as the greatest distance runner of his time. He was knighted in 1975 and lived till [...]

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“Triathlon Is My Passion!” An Interview with Triathlete & Coach, Michelle Evelyn Chow

Ryan Joshua Mahindapala — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 13:21:37 +0000

When you think of what passion really means, what do you think of? The word ‘passion’ is used very often in casual conversations that we have with each other, but only a few individuals can truly say that they are passionate about what they do. Michelle is a triathlete and coach who embody the true [...]

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Meet Denise Foo, a Volunteer Who Shares Her Love for Running with Intellectually Disabled Athletes

Ryan Joshua Mahindapala — Sun, 23 Feb 2020 17:25:54 +0000

Becoming a coach is a calling. Coaches are responsible for guiding and mentoring their athletes. They go the extra mile, put the welfare of their athletes before themselves and stay strong so that they can help their athletes achieve their goals. For the last 2 years, volunteer Denise Foo has wholeheartedly given her time to [...]

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How To Get Started In Triathlon

Ryan Joshua Mahindapala — Sun, 16 Feb 2020 14:08:16 +0000

It is not every day that we come across a group of like-minded athletes who are so committed to their cause and willing to shed blood, sweat and tears together to achieve their goals. They are truly an inspiration to us all as they not only train hard, compete and perform well in competition but [...]

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Historical moments that shook the running world

Ryan Joshua Mahindapala — Sat, 11 Jan 2020 09:22:35 +0000

As we approach the XXXII Olympics, widely known as Tokyo 2020, let’s recount some of the moments in history that shaped and influenced the world of running. Get your notebook and pen ready kids because it’s time for a history lesson! 1. Sub 4-minute mile Sir Roger Bannister was a British middle-distance runner. He broke the [...]

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Top 4 trails to run in South East Asia in 2021

Ryan Joshua Mahindapala — Sun, 29 Dec 2019 10:44:43 +0000

Running the trails is a great way to explore the unknown, escape the pressures of urban life and get your daily dose of endorphins but how do you choose the best trails to explore? Everyone has a different set of criteria. Some of you trail running enthusiasts may look at distance and elevation while others [...]

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How to successfully promote a running event

Ryan Joshua Mahindapala — Sat, 23 Nov 2019 17:43:53 +0000

After taking part in countless running events around the globe, I have come to realise that the running events that are successful in bringing in the crowd always have similar characteristics. More often than not, it is marketed and the business behind the sport that plays a huge role. After all, running is running and [...]

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5 Top Running Routes to Run in Cambodia

Ryan Joshua Mahindapala — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 08:14:20 +0000

If you prefer to see the world using your two feet and thinking of where to go for your next run-cation, why not consider Cambodia, one of Southeast Asia’s most historical cities. Not only will you be able to put in some good mileage in preparation for your next race, you will be able to [...]

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