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Time to run
and have
Date:
Sunday, Sept 23, 2018
fun Your race guide with
key information, route map
and fringe activities
Time:
From 3.30am
Venue:
Singapore Sports Hub
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Keeping Race day
pace programme
with fun PHOTOS:
Sunday, Sept 23, 2018. Singapore Sports Hub
3.30am Baggage Area Opens (OCBC Arena Hall 1)
ST FILE
5.00am 18.45km Flag-Off
T
a demonstration of healthy cooking run in town — the Standard Chartered
he sixth edition of The Straits
Times Run takes place this year, before leading yoga instructor Jasmine Singapore Marathon (SCSM) — contin- 6.30am 10km Flag-Off
Chong introduced them to the benefits ues his year, as does our commitment to
and, in keeping with our youth-
ful nature, we are determined to of yoga. help you be the best runner you can be. 7.00am Tiger Balm Recovery Massage Area
It does not end there. This year, we have So in addition to the build-up activities
ensure that our participants have a good Opens (OCBC Arena Hall 1)
decided to raise the bar by turning the mentioned earlier, Run With Mok will
time again.
race-pack collection into a festival. continue until December’s SCSM.
This time, the fun has already begun.
Recognising that enjoyment is key to From today to race day on Sunday, you Once again, those who have signed up 7.45am 5km Flag-Off
can channel your inner Luke Skywalker, for both the ST Run and the SCSM will
making exercise routines stick, we upped
the fun factor in our build-up activities. K-pop star or Conor McGregor at the receive an exclusive gift — this time it 8.00am Race Village Programme Begins
OCBC Arena (Hall 1). is a runners’ waist pouch. There is still
Our once-a-month programme
kicked off with the Eat And Ride There will be a variety of activities time to sign up for the SCSM. 8.30am Fitness Workout
to get you moving such as The Saber The ST Run has thrived because of the
event in April, which saw partici-
pants embark on a 19km bike trail Authority’s swordsmanship class as well support of our new friends and old com- 8.45am Prize Presentation — 18.45km & 10km
as K-Kardio and body combat sessions. rades, like the Singapore Sports Hub, a
with three pit stops for food along
the way. Or, perhaps you prefer to exercise tried-and-trusted venue partner that we 9.00am Panasonic Stage Segment
other skills — like shopping — at The are returning to this year, and 100Plus,
The kids in us were then given
an exhilarating but exhaust- Market Space by The Local People? our official hydration partner whose 9.30am Grand Lucky Draw
There will be food and demonstra- support extends beyond the run.
ing workout during the 9.45am Fitness Workout
tions, including several talks. It would also not have been possible
BounceFit workshop the
Two-time SEA Games champion without you, our runners, and our kind
following month.
Variety is another im- Mok Ying Ren, who dispenses advice presenting sponsor Panasonic, which 10.30am Event ends
to those preparing for the run in his has been with us from the first edition.
portant factor in ensuring
weekly Run With Mok column in The A big thank you to all.
one does not get bored
Sunday Times, will highlight race-day Bring the family along on Sunday as Programme schedule subject to change.
with one’s fitness pro-
dos and don’ts as well as give tips on we hope to make the F word stand out at
gramme and so partici-
pacing and hydration on Saturday. this year’s post-race carnival under the
pants got to test them-
For those intent on looking after their dome of the National Stadium — food,
selves in our CrossFit
wealth on top of their health, there will also fun, friendship and family.
and Cardio Three Ways
be a talk by our official fund house Lion See you on Sunday — and again in
workshops as well as a
Global Investors, also on the same day. December for the SCSM.
15km sunset run.
Along the way, Hed While we have introduced many new
Chef Hedy Khoo and elements this year, some things have Lee Yulin
the instructors at remained constant. Organising Committee Chairman
Cookyn Inc gave them Our partnership with the biggest ST Run 2018
CONTENTS
3 10 12 14 16 18 19
Race day Route map Important race Getting to the Fun before Cool beats and great Keep balm and
programme day reminders race venue the run eats to keep you going carry on
SUPERVISING EDITOR Serene Goh PROJECT EDITOR Meredith Woo CONTRIBUTOR Jill Alphonso CHIEF SUB-EDITOR Uma Venkatraman SUB-EDITORS Beatrice Ang,
Belinda Wan, Goh Hwee Koon ART DIRECTOR Pradip Kumar Sikdar ART AND DESIGN Brenda Wong, Hsu Li, Kimmie Tan, Sara Tan ASSISTANT MANAGER Wee
Ngiap Hiang ADVERTISING SALES Colin Ong (9231-1280), Janet Wee-Ng (9619-0208), Reginald Ho (9184-6350), Kevin Tan (9691-9569), Rachel Khoo (9298-9465),
Emily Kew (9796-4538), Kevin Shaw Liong (9846-1789) PHOTO: ST FILE
For reproduction of articles or reprints of photographs, call SPH’s Information Resource Centre: 6319-5508 or 6319-5726. E-mail feedback to sweetinfo@besweet.sg
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4
Panasonic
celebrates
100 years
of ‘Better’
A look at the achievements of the longstanding Japanese multinational electronics corporation
PHOTO: PANASONIC
JILL ALPHONSO fortably. He introduced an electrical plug OLED model in 2017.
and two-way socket, a small but significant
A
BETTER life, a better world — that’s contribution that showed the company’s BEING A PART OF PEOPLE’S LIVES
what Panasonic stands for, and those desire to innovate. Panasonic is here for the long haul, quietly
are the principles it stands by, a He launched a revolutionary bullet-shaped, making its way into people’s lives and raising
century after its founding in 1918. battery-powered bicycle lamp with a battery the luxe factor in their lifestyles at home.
The company, which is the presenting life of 30 hours in 1923, and it was a hit. Think of its microwave technology, which
sponsor of The Straits Times Run 2018, is a Affordable irons, hair dryers, electric launched in 1966 and has become so devel-
household name with many milestones. It stoves and heaters followed, establishing oped that in 2002, it was used in the steam/
has maintained innovation standards for Panasonic as a rising electronics maker. convection/microwave oven; and its home
its laudable 100 years, always with an eye on video cameras, which first launched in 1982,
cutting-edge creation and craftsmanship. THE BOOM YEARS culminating in 2017’s Lumix digital single
Its vision in this rapidly changing world Radios, washing machines, refrigerators, lens mirrorless camera featuring 4K/60p
is one where its customers live in a space of vacuum cleaners and televisions began their video capability.
ultimate comfort, combined with perfor- dominance in homes in the 1940s and 1950s. Today, Panasonic’s appliances division
mance and style. The manufacturing of televisions, in con- maintains 172 locations in 37 countries and
To celebrate its long-running history, we junction with the advent of broadcasting, is territories. It keeps a close ear to the ground,
highlight a few pivotal landmarks that have one area where Panasonic has made its mark listening carefully to the needs of people
brought Panasonic to where it is today. and is a huge example of how the company around the globe and responding with sen-
continues to look towards the future. sible but compelling solutions.
IN THE BEGINNING Panasonic launched its first monochrome It continues to stand by its principles to
Panasonic was founded in 1918 by Mr TV in 1952 and colour television in 1960. Its help build things to better lives, with the aim
Konosuke Matsushita, who took to heart HD TV was introduced in 1991, followed to aid society and create a future of seamless
people’s desires to live life ever more com- by its flat-panel TV in 2003, and then its 4K ease. Here’s to the next 100 years.
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“Cancer will not
dictate my life…
Joining the run is
not just about my
own health but
also about inspiring
others to watch
out for theirs.”
First-time runner
Irene Lee, 48, who
is battling cancer
but keeping
fit through the
#RuntoLiveGreat
programme.
Get active
for better
health
Great Eastern’s #RuntoLiveGreat programme
is in its fifth year of empowering women
JILL ALPHONSO who began her fitness journey as part since. She is now a “regular” at the The Great
of the #RuntoLiveGreat programme last GEWR and is looking forward to Eastern
T
HE Great Eastern Women’s Run year. She has lost 17kg over the course of joining 13,000 women of all ages in the Women’s Run
(GEWR), which will be held on a year, going from 79kg to 62kg. picturesque run. will feature
Sunday, Oct 14, is a hotly antici- “I never starved myself,” recalls the She is the poster girl for the pro- fun fringe
pated event each year. 37-year-old, who went from barely being gramme, epitomising how fitness, along activities such
This year’s run — the 13th edition and able to complete 30 minutes of cardio to with the right training programme, can as HIIT, yoga,
a signature event under Great Eastern’s exercising six days a week. make a difference in one’s life, no matter running drills
LIVE GREAT programme — will, for the Instead, she learnt how to choose what your age. Running has helped her and more.
first time, end at the National Stadium healthier foods, while building up her battle high blood pressure and high cho- PHOTOS:
at the Singapore Sports Hub. fitness abilities. She hopes that her lesterol, which she was diagnosed with GREAT EASTERN
The run, which has garnered multiple journey will help motivate others. in 2013. WOMEN’S RUN
awards over the years and was named “I want to tell (people) that it is never “I didn’t want to rely on medication.
the Best Sports Event of the Year (local) impossible (to hit your fitness goals) with I wanted to be in control of my own
at the Singapore Sports Awards in 2016, the right schedule and perseverance,” health,” she says.
is notable for another reason. she adds. Prior to 2013, Madam Teo had never
The #RuntoLiveGreat programme, Another inspiring participant, Ms been a runner, but that year, she was se-
into its fifth year this year, has grown Irene Lee, is a 48-year-old who is battling lected to participate in the programme,
from strength to strength. stage 3 ovarian cancer. which enabled her to build up her fitness
Geared towards helping women start She is training for her first 5km run as she trained for her first half-marathon
their journey towards a healthier life- while undergoing chemotherapy. Cancer, at the GEWR.
style, the #RuntoLiveGreat programme she says, will not dictate her life. In fact, Although she has run full marathons
unifies and empowers women to live she even plans to train for a 10km run in since then, she is participating in the
healthier, better lives. the future. half-marathon this year — this time,
The #RuntoLiveGreat programme, she with her blood pressure and cholesterol
INSPIRING JOURNEYS says, has been a way to keep her goal of levels in check.
Organisers selected 45 women out living well alive. “It was difficult to get started.
of 300 applicants for the programme “Although the workouts have been Initially, I kept finding excuses to stay
based on their compelling stories. They challenging, they have been fun,” she at home,” she says of her journey
were then put on a 10-week fitness says. “Joining the run is not just about towards fitness.
training regimen. my own health but also about inspiring Madam Teo adds that her daughter
Guided by a panel of sports special- others to watch out for theirs.” used to accompany her on walks and
ists, these women were put through their runs, but now she is the one “itching to
paces — they had to participate in activi- FOR ALL AGES get out of the house”.
ties from HIIT workouts, to training runs “Super auntie” Madam Teo Yok Wan, For more details on the Great
and yoga sessions. who is 68 years old, participated in Eastern Women’s Run and the
One participant is Ms Quek Qiuhui, a the inaugural #RuntoLiveGreat pro- #RuntoLiveGreat programme, visit
health safety and environmental officer gramme and has not looked back www.greateasternwomensrun.com.
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Jump for joy:
At this year’s
ST Run, choose
between
carbonated
and non-fizzy
variants of
100PLUS.
PHOTOS: 100PLUS
Quench
Cool it JILL ALPHONSO
your thirst and
W
HETHER you are a pro athlete or a
activate your weekend warrior, as long as you live
an active life, you have to stay hy-
inner warrior drated if you are to reach your peak.
with 100PLUS
Isotonic sports drink 100PLUS aims to help
you perform at your best.
During The Straits Times Run 2018,
100PLUS, the official hydration partner, will
play a big part in ensuring that runners stay
hydrated — the drinks will be available at “Dehydration has an adverse effect on
various hydration stations. performance in endurance sport, and may
reduce an athlete’s performance during
TWO WAYS TO HYDRATE training and racing,” said Mok, a 100PLUS
At the end of the run at the Singapore Sports ambassador. “The effects are further exa-
Hub, 100PLUS will be offering rehydration cerbated by the hot and humid climate in
in two forms — 100PLUS Original, which Singapore. There is thus strong emphasis on
comes with a sparkling fi zz; or 100PLUS athletes to stay well-hydrated.”
Active, the non-carbonated version. Runners He wrote that during a marathon, he con-
can choose which formula they prefer. sumes about 200ml of isotonic sports drinks
100PLUS Active contains essential elec- every 20 to 30 minutes during a 21/2 hour race.
trolytes and vitamins B3, B6 and B12 that “As a 100PLUS ambassador, my preference
help fight fatigue. Electrolytes in the drink is for the non-carbonated 100PLUS Active
aid in replenishing minerals that are lost when I am training and running. The drink
through perspiration during strenuous phy- is formulated to help rehydrate and replenish
sical activity. electrolytes and minerals.”
National marathoner and two-time SEA In addition to keeping ST Run participants
Runners staying hydrated during last year’s run. Games champion Mok Ying Ren stressed hydrated, 100PLUS will also be giving out a
the importance of hydration in his #AskMok treat to finishers — an ice-cold towel to help
column in The Sunday Times recently. them cool down after a satisfying run.
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SPONSORS S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y C O R N E R I N F O R M AT I O N 18.45KM
S1 | G R E AT E A S T E R N
B R E A K FA S T G I V E A WAY TOILE T
S2 | LION GLOBAL 10KM
INVES TOR S MEDICAL PHOTO P OINT
S3 | SPH SUBSCRIPTION H Y D R AT I O N 5KM
S TAT I O N
SINGAPORE SPORTS HUB | NATIONAL STADIUM
EXIT
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Distribution
Entertainment
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PA N ASON
ACCESS TO RACE VILLAGE
GATE 9 @ 7AM
N O T E : M a p n o t d ra w n t o s c a l e a n d s u b j e c t t o c h a n g e s .
Entertainment from start to end PHOTO:
THE FRIDAY
WAACKING
START / FINISH ENTERTAINMENT ZONE 1: UNDER MERDEKA BRIDGE PHOTO: PUSHPLAY ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT CLUB
ARCH PERFORMANCE Jive to the acoustic line-up of PushPlay. The warm ZONE 2: MARINA ZONE 3: STADIUM
Lift your spirits and lively songs include various hits, spanning BARRAGE BOULEVARD
with the rhythmic radio pop, oldies and R&B. Formed by a Dancer turned
samba/rock diverse team of DJ, Lester aka DJ
percussion music music enthusiasts, Cheeky, together
of Baracuda RABCDE with The Friday
Batucada. The (pronounced Waacking Club,
band has performed “rhapsody”) is will be dancing
at venues ranging known for its brand and cheering the
from Orchard Road of pop-funk fusion runners on their
to the Esplanade, encompassing final 500m dash to
and even Brisbane, original tunes as the finish.
Australia. well as mash-ups
PHOTO: BARACUDA BATUCADA of hit tracks and PHOTO: RABCDE PHOTO:
old gold. DJ CHEEKY
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Important
race-day
reminders
All race categories will flag off along
Nicoll Highway and end at the National Stadium,
Singapore Sports Hub, this Sunday PHOTOS: ST FILE
RACE CATEGORIES FLAG-OFF TIME CUT-OFF TIME
18.45KM 5.00 AM 4hrs after flag-off Runners’
10KM 6.30 AM 2hrs after flag-off entitlements
RACE BIBS
5KM 7.45 AM 1hr after flag-off All participants will receive
a race bib in their race entry
pack.
■ Remember to bring along your race bib. The race bib must be dis-
■ Eat, hydrate and rest well the night before. played visibly on the front of
■ Arrive at least one hour ahead of your race your race top at all times with
flag-off time.
■ Directional signs and road marshals will
help to guide runners. Runners must abide
Race details the safety pins provided.
The Straits Times Run 2018
will be using Chronotrack
by the marshals’ instructions. LATE RACE PACK COLLECTION/ ■ Ensure all valuables are TIGER BALM RESULTS RACE CERTIFICATES WITH NET B-Tag timing chips for the
■ Avoid running in groups as it may obstruct INFORMATION removed prior to check- RECOVERY MASSAGE Results will be posted on TIMING 10km and 18.45km competi-
others. There will be an Information ing in your baggage. The Head to the Tiger Balm the official race website All 10km and 18.45km com- tive runs. The tag is attached
■ Keep to the left at all times unless overtaking. Counter located near organiser will not be held Recovery Massage area at w w w.st ra itst imesr un.com petitive run fi nishers of The to the back of your race bib.
■ If you decide to stop during the run, move to Baggage Deposit Service at responsible for any lost or OCBC Arena Hall 1 for a post- within 48 hours after the race. Straits Times Run will be en- The tag is weatherproof and
the side to avoid obstructing others. OCBC Arena Hall 1. Runners damaged items. The race run massage to soothe those titled to a personalised elec- will work regardless of rain,
■ If you feel unwell at any time before or during who have yet to collect your organiser reserves the sore muscles. The recovery PRIZE ELIGIBILITY tronic race certificate with heat, storms or humidity. The
the race, please stop immediately and ap- race packs can do so there. right to decline any bag massage is for 18.45km and For all categories, only “net time” one month after tag is always switched on and
proach our crew or medic for assistance. This booth is operational deposit. 10km participants only. Show Singaporeans, Permanent the official results have been does not require activation.
■ For safety reasons, pets, bicycles, in-line from 3.30am to 8.15am. ■ Each participant’s bag will your race bib to enjoy the Residents, Employment Pass released. The e-cert will be You are not required to return
skates, skateboards, strollers or any other be tagged with a unique post-race massage. holders, and Dependant Pass available for download from it after the run.
objects with wheels are not permitted on the RACE CUT-OFF TIMINGS identification number, holders and The Straits Times’ the event website. Any unauthorised altera-
race route. Participants are required to which must be shown in INCLEMENT WEATHER invited overseas runners are tions to the race bib will result
■ As the routes may be narrow at certain meet the cut-off timings as order to collect your be- In the event of inclement eligible. Employment Pass in disqualification.
follows:
LOST & FOUND
points of the race, participants are encour- longings after the run. weather, the organiser re- includes:
aged to exercise patience and keep moving 5km: 1hr after flag-off ■ Participants must re- serves the right to delay the ■ S Pass ■ If you have lost or found MEDAL & FINISHER TEE
slowly to avoid forming bottlenecks. 10km: 2hrs after flag-off trieve their deposited start of the run. ■ P Pass an item, please approach Every participant who crosses
18.45km: 4hrs after flag-off bags before 11am. Should the inclement ■ Q Pass the main Information the finish line will receive a
Please note that all hydration weather persist after the delay, ■ Work permit tent located at the race medal unique to his category.
and medical points will be the organiser reserves the ■ Dependant Pass Holder village. All finishers will also
DISTANCE MARKERS
closed after the cut-off times. Distance markers will be right to cancel the run without ■ All lost and found items receive a finisher tee, avail-
placed every 1km along the further obligation and without DISPUTE OVER RESULTS will be transported to the able at the Athletes’ Welfare
BAGGAGE DEPOSIT/ race route. any refund. If rain occurs after ■ In the event of a dispute race organiser’s office Area upon completion of the
RETRIEVAL SERVICE the flag-off, you are advised over winning timings/ at 52 Ubi Ave 3, Frontier, race. The finisher tees are
■ There will be baggage to seek shelter along the run results, an appeal must be #04-41, S408867. If you distributed based on the size
service available at OCBC
HYDRATION STATIONS route. You may continue to run lodged at the Information have lost an item, please indicated on your bib on a
Hydration stations are about but do exercise caution. Counter within 15 e-mail the race organiser at first-come, first-served basis,
Arena Hall 1.
2km to 3km apart. Any last-minute announce- minutes before the cate- info@straitstimesrun.com subject to availability. There
■ The baggage deposit
service will be available ments will be made on The gory’s prize presentation. with a description of will be strictly no exchange of
from 3.30am to 8.15am. ACCESS INTO RACE VILLAGE Straits Times website and ■ A non-refundable $50 the lost item. The cost of sizes allowed.
■ Leave all valuables at home (NATIONAL STADIUM) Facebook page and The Straits administration fee will be postage to return an item is Both the medal and finish-
and bring only what is Spectators can enter the race Times Run Facebook page. charged per appeal. payable by the participant. er tee can be collected only at
necessary. All bags might village via Gate 9 from 7am. Participants are encouraged to ■ In the event of a dispute, ■ All unclaimed items will the event; no mailing of either
be subjected to checks by Bag checks will be conduct- follow The Straits Times Run the race organiser’s deci- be discarded one month item will be entertained after
security officers. ed by Sports Hub staff. Facebook page. sion is fi nal. after the race date. race day.
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Getting
to the
race venue BY TRAIN:
The closest
MRT Station is
Stadium MRT
station (Exit B)
along the Circle
Line.
PHOTOS: ST FILE
Do note the road closures below:
DRIVING: *ROAD CLOSED LANE/ CARRIAGEWAY CLOSURE TIME
Drivers are advised to
park at Kallang Leisure Nicoll Highway towards City from Mountbatten
Road to Raffles Boulevard
Carriageway Closure 0130 - 0930 Test rides
and cool gear
Park. Normal parking
rates apply.
Republic Avenue between Crawford Street and Road Closure 0230 - 1030
Republic Boulevard
From Marina Coastal
Expressway (MCE): Republic Boulevard towards Raffles Avenue Carriageway Closure 0230 - 1030
Exit at Fort Road. Raffles Avenue between Republic Boulevard 1 Leftmost lane 0300 - 0800 JILL ALPHONSO
Turn left at Stadium & Traffic Pole 9
Boulevard and into E-SCOOTER com-
Stadium Crescent and Raffles Avenue towards Stamford Road, between 1 Leftmost lane 0300 - 0800 pany Mobot will
Stadium Walk. Youth Olympic Park and Esplanade Carpark be showing its
Fullerton Road towards Collyer Quay; between 1 Leftmost lane 0330 - 0830 latest line-up of
From Pan Island One Fullerton and Collyer Quay portable devices
Expressway (PIE): and accessories at The
Exit at Sims Avenue Collyer Quay towards Raffles Quay 1 Leftmost lane 0330 - 0830 Straits Times Run 2018.
and drive along Sims Marina Boulevard towards Bayfront Avenue; 1 Leftmost lane 0330 - 0830 Easy to maintain and
Way which leads to between Collyer Quay & Marina View with durable frames, these
Mountbatten Road. models are available for
Take a left turn into Marina East Drive Road Closure 0400 - 1000 test rides at the event:
Stadium Boulevard and Rhu Cross between LP15 and LP17 Road Closure 0400 - 1000
into Stadium Crescent WIDE WHEEL
and Stadium Walk. Old Terminal Lane Road Closure 0300 - 1000 This model’s 100mm, extra-
Geylang Road towards Kallang Road between Old 1 Leftmost lane 0300 - 1000 wide wheels offer greater
From Kallang-Paya Terminal Lane and Kallang Road stability and more comfort
Lebar Expressway than most standing electric
(KPE) heading to East Kallang Road towards Victoria Street between 1 Leftmost lane 0300 - 1000
scooters.
Geylang Road and Crawford Street
Coast Parkway (ECP): Its wheel width, combined PHOTO: MOBOT
Exit at Sims Way onto Crawford Street towards Lavender Street, from 1 Leftmost lane 0300 - 1030 with an impressive front and
Mountbatten Road. Kallang Road and Republic Avenue rear suspension system that adjusts It runs on a 48-volt motor, giving it
Head straight on well to shocks, makes it a breeze to enough torque for steep hill climbs.
Stadium Lane Road Closure 0400 - 1030
towards Fort Road and navigate uneven and demanding
turn right into Stadium Stadium Road towards Kallang Airport Way, 1 Leftmost lane 0400 - 1030 terrain. The fi rst-class brake system COOL ACCESSORIES
Boulevard and into between Stadium Place and Kallang Airport Way works efficiently even when on steep Unlike traditional, bulky helmets that
Stadium Crescent and Kallang Airport Way towards Kallang Airport 1 Leftmost lane 0400 - 1100 slopes. are cumbersome to carry around,
Stadium Walk. Drive, between Old Terminal Lane and Mobot’s FEND helmets can be folded
Stadium Road SPEED MINI 5S to fit into a regular-sized bag.
Geared towards urban commuters, Parents who need to send their kids
Stadium Drive between Nicoll Highway and Road Closure 0300 - 1030 this foldable scooter is affordable, to school can also check out family-
Stadium Boulevard and comes with the option of a seat oriented devices such as the EV model
attachment. (above), a seated electric scooter.
*Road closure information is accurate as of Sept 19, 2018
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The Straits Times Run Festival Programme
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018, THURSDAY
1.00PM - 2.00PM LES MILLS™ BODYCOMBAT™ by JR Fitness
2.30PM - 3.30PM K-Kardio Dance by JR Fitness
6.30PM - 7.00PM Rhythm Cycling by Absolute You
7.30PM - 8.30PM Zumba ® Fitness by JR Fitness
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018, FRIDAY
1.00PM - 1.30PM Rhythm Cycling by Absolute You
2.00PM - 3.00PM CrossFit Challenge by Innervate Fitness
6.00PM - 6.30PM Talk by Stroke Services Improvement (SSI) Team
Personalise your race vest or tee and do good. PHOTO: ST FILE 6.45PM - 7.15PM Combat Saber Training by The Saber Authority
7.30PM - 8.30PM Barre 101 by Barre Lab with Jasmine Chong
ST Run sign-ups SEPTEMBER 22, 2018, SATURDAY
still open 11.00AM - 12.00PM Yoga for Runners by Yoga Lab with Jasmine Chong
Those interested can still sign up for the ST Run
2018 at the festival’s Information Booth from 12.30PM - 1.30PM “Work on Your Lifelong Financial Fitness!” Talk by Lion Global International
Sept 20 to 22 at the OCBC Arena, Hall 1 (10.30am 2.00PM - 2.30PM Rhythm Cycling by Absolute You
WHEN: to 8.30pm). The run has three categories —
Today to Saturday 5km, 10km and 18.45km. Registration is $50, 2.45PM - 3.15PM Pilates by Absolute You
$60 and $70 respectively. Previous participants
3.30PM - 4.30PM Run Clinic by Mok Ying Ren
can enjoy loyal runner rates at $38, $48 and $58.
WHERE: 5.00PM - 6.00PM CrossFit Challenge by Innervate Fitness
OCBC Arena Hall 1, For a personal touch, you can also have your
name printed on your race vest or tee at the ST 6.15PM - 6.45PM Zumba ® Fitness by JR Fitness
Singapore Barre 101 by Barre Lab. Run Festival. It costs only $15 and you can do so 7.00PM - 7.30PM Combat Saber Training by The Saber Authority
Sports Hub PHOTO: BARRE LAB after you have collected your race pack. Half the
proceeds will be donated to The Straits Times 7.45PM - 8.30PM LES MILLS™ BODYCOMBAT™ by JR Fitness
School Pocket Money Fund (SPMF).
Fun D
NICOLE CHIA performance at ActiveSG’s Active Health booth.
If you’ve been bitten by the shopping bug,
IDN’T get enough spills and thrills at you can always soothe your itch at the Market
the Formula One Singapore Grand Prix Place by The Local People. There are lots of
last weekend? fitness and lifestyle products on offer too.
before
Visit Singapore GP’s F1 Roving Truck Check out a Les Mills Bodycombat workout,
at the Singapore Sports Hub’s Arena Park K-Kardio Dance and Zumba Fitness by JR
(outside OCBC Arena, Hall 1) for a chance to Fitness and Rhythm Cycling by Absolute You
experience the twists and turns of the Marina today.
Bay Street Circuit in a simulator and test your Day Two highlights include a talk by the Stroke
the run
reflexes with the Precision Challenge. Services Improvement team on strokes and
Your bid to become the next Lewis Hamilton their impacts on health, a CrossFit challenge by
is part of an array of interesting and unique Innervate Fitness and Barre 101 by Barre Lab
activities being rolled out at The Straits Times with leading yoga instructor Jasmine Chong.
Run Festival from today to Saturday. Two-time SEA Games champion and national
The festival, which takes place at the OCBC marathoner Mok Ying Ren will then host a clinic
Arena Hall 1, incorporates the run’s race-pack on Saturday, where he will share useful last-
Head over to the exciting collection and is aimed at enhancing your
overall experience.
minute tips for the race and provide informa-
tion on pacing and hydration. Other activities
three-day The Straits Times Run on the final day of the festival include a Pilates
ACTIVITIES GALORE session by Absolute You and a talk on lifelong
Festival, which starts today Open to ST Run participants as well as members financial fitness by Lion Global International
of the public, there are opportunities to sample (see full programme on facing page).
new activities and fitness workouts and attend The fi rst 300 participants to collect their race
seminars by industry leaders. pack each day will receive a Panasonic 70gm
There are activity zones where you can ride Veggie Life Salad pack and a packet of 230ml
on exercise bikes by Absolute You and try out Magnolia Oats UHT milk.
Mobot’s electric scooters and healthcare prod- On Sunday, the ST Run will be flagged off at
ucts. In addition, you can also learn more about Nicoll Highway and conclude at the Singapore
how your habits have an impact on your body’s Sports Hub.
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Above: Last year’s runners were
encouraged by entertainers en route.
Right: Buy nutritious post-race fare
from vendors. PHOTOS: ST FILE,
THE FOODY TRUCK
Keep
NICOLE CHIA
T
here will be extra support
for participants in the
fusion band RABCDE’s rendition sixth edition of The Straits
of familiar hits at Marina Barrage. Times Run this year with
The extensive food selec-
balm and
competitive runners receiving
tion at the ST Run Race Village relief from Tiger Balm.
includes Japanese, Western and A sample of Tiger Balm’s Active
Thai cuisine. Muscle Rub has been included
Some vendors are even offering
carry on
in each runner’s goodie bag for
special run-themed fare.
Cool beats
them to warm up their muscles
Said The Foody Truck’s Cindy ahead of the Sept 23 run.
Foo: “Our signature Tuna Italian Those who suffer muscle
LESTER WONG Focaccia with Homemade cramps during the run can also
Coleslaw ($7) is rich in B12 vita-
and great eats W
seek assistance from the medics
hether it’s a bite of mins and high-quality protein to and crew, who will be stationed
comfort food or music promote fast muscle recovery after This is the first time that ST Run will feature a post-event massage.
The Straits Times Run
at various stops and hydration
to get your pulse racing, a long run.” stations along the route and
PHOTOS: TIGER BALM, ST FILE
this year’s The Straits In addition, there is also a
Times Run has got you covered. breakfast giveaway for partici- participants will get a equipped with the rub to help
participants alleviate their pain.
those running in the competitive
categories.
“Tiger Balm Active is happy
to be a sponsor and to provide
to keep you
well-deserved treat from
No fewer than three acts will pants, who will get either a muffin After the race, those compet- Mr A.K. Han, the executive di- the ST Run community with
supply the entertainment en route or curry puff while stocks last. ing in the 10km and 18.45km rector of Tiger Balm brand owner ready access to the range (of
for the event, which is presented The ST Run experience does not
Tiger Balm this year categories can visit the Tiger Haw Par Corporation, noted the products).”
going
by Panasonic. end at the finish line. Balm Active Massage Pavilion success of the ST Run’s compre- The ST Run will be flagged off
Samba and rock band Baracuda After completing their race, located at the OCBC Arena hensive programme of fitness at Nicoll Highway and conclude
Batacuda, made up of students runners can head for a cool-down Hall 1 from 7am to 11am to enjoy and lifestyle activities in build- at the National Stadium.
from Ngee Ann Polytechnic, will session conducted by trainers from a cool-down recovery massage ing a community of runners. Those interested can still
bring their thumping drum beats JR Fitness Studio, set to sooth- using Tiger Balm’s Active Explaining that Tiger Balm’s sign up at the ST Run festival’s
to the start and finish lines. ing music. Muscle Gel. Active range is specially formu- Information Booth from Sept 20
Runners across all three catego- “Cool-down stretches are im- It relaxes muscles, restores lated to meet the needs of those to 22 at the OCBC Arena, Hall 1
ries (5km, 10km, 18.45km) can also portant to reduce heart and flexibility and aids muscle who are physically active, he (10.30am to 8.30pm). The run
look forward to a line-up of warm breathing rates, gradually cool recovery. The gel will also be added: “As a brand rich in heritage has three categories — 5km,
and lively tunes from acoustic body temperatures and prevent dispensed to runners who miss of providing relief from muscle 10km and 18.45km. Registration
ST Run participants will enjoy myriad en route
band PushPlay while running venous pooling of blood in the out on the massage. This is the aches and pain, it is only fitting is $50, $60 and $70 respectively.
under the Merdeka Bridge. lower extremities, which may first time in the ST Run’s six- that we want to get behind their Previous participants can enjoy
entertainment, nutritious run-themed fare, and more Finally, those running the
18.45km will get to hear pop-funk
cause dizziness or possible faint-
ing,” said a JR Fitness spokesman.
year history that the event will efforts to help them achieve the loyal runner rates at $38, $48
feature a post-event massage for active lifestyles they desire. and $58.20 | THE STRAITS TIMES | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 |
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