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Running Clinic – Allianz Penang Bridge International Marathon 2012

Written by Secretary

Friday, 05 October 2012 11:27

Date: 6th October 2012

Time: 5pm – 7pm
Venue: Polo Ground, Ipoh (Location: http://goo.gl/maps/1yJS)

Those who are in Ipoh will now have the chance to join in the Allianz Penang Bridge International Marathon 2012’s running clinic happening this Saturday, organized by ASICS, for tips and advice on the upcoming marathon happening this November. The running clinic is aimed to provide marathon beginners a basic kick-start on running and to encourage both beginners and experienced runners to improve their running performance and training style. The first hour will consist of a short run led by an experienced trainer, followed by a Q&A session in the next hour. Light snacks and 100 Plus will also be prepared for participants of this clinic.

The running clinic is free of charge. All runners and those interested in the marathon are encouraged to participate. To register, email your Full Name & IC No. to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . The last running clinic will be held at Taman Kelana Jaya (http://goo.gl/maps/OOWg), Selangor on 14 October from 7.30am to 10am.

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Last month, the registrations for the Allianz Penang Bridge Marathon’s competitive run categories (full marathon, half marathon, 10km run) have reached its limit with the total of 25,000 participants. Currently, the only available category is the Fun Run which is still open for registration. To date, the committee has received a total number of 33,000 participants for all categories. For more information on the marathon or to register for the Fun Run, visit http://www.penangmarathon.gov.my. Registration is also available at the Penang State Tourism Development and Culture Office on Level 53, Komtar, and at the info kiosk in front of Winter Warmers on Ground Floor, Queensbay Mall. For more information, call 04-6505136.

There will also be a Medical Forum on 6 October featuring invited speakers with certified backgrounds in Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation and Nutrition who will share their knowledge on preparation for a marathon and tips on how to minimize damage to the body. Topics during the forum include "Dos and Don'ts of Marathon", "How to warm up and stretch before the race", and "How to listen to your body and pre medical preparation for a marathon race", “Sports injury prevention” and “Eat Well, Hydrate Well, and Run Well”. To register for the Medical Forum, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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APBIM Medical Forum and ASICS Running Clinics

Written by Secretary
Wednesday, 19 September 2012 17:45
Medical Forum: Date: 6 October 2012 Time: 2.30pm – 5.00pm Venue: G Hotel, Penang Join the APBIM committee in a Medical Forum this October as invited speakers with certified backgrounds in Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation and Nutrition share their knowledge in preparation for the marathon and what is considered as a world-standard marathon. Taking part in a marathon takes intense preparation and skill. This forum will be useful for participants to pick-up tips on how to minimize damage to the body and thus turning the APBIM race into a more pleasant experience. Topics like "Dos and Don'ts of Marathon", "How to warm up and stretch before the race", and "How to listen to your body and pre medical preparation for a marathon race", “Sports injury prevention” and “Eat Well, Hydrate Well, and Run Well” will be touched upon during the forum. Medical Forum Programme: 2.15pm - Arrival and registration of participants 2.30pm - Opening address by YB Danny Law Heng Kiang, Chairman of APBIM 2.40pm - Talk by Dato' Dr Yee Thiam Sun, Medical Director 3.10pm - Break session 3.20pm - Talk by Ms Anne Poh, Physiotherapist, on "Sports Injury Prevention" 3.55pm - Talk by Ms Khoo An Jo, Dietitian, on "Eat Well, Hydrate well. Run Well" 4.30pm - Q&A Session 5:00pm - End Kindly send in your Full Name and PBIM reference number for the registration of the medical forum to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Running clinics: 1) Date: 6th Oct 2012 / Time: 5PM – 7PM / Venue: Polo Ground, Ipoh Perak 2) Date: 14th Oct 2012 / Time: 7.30AM – 10.30AM / Venue: Taman Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya Polo Ground, Ipoh: http://goo.gl/maps/1yJS Taman Kelana Jaya: http://goo.gl/maps/OOWg To register for the running clinic, please your Full Name & IC No. to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Last Updated on Friday, 28 September 2012 14:13