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Triathlon Newbies team up for Relay at Ironman 70.3 Putrajaya

Are you just venturing out into multi-sports like Triathlon and can’t handle all the disciplines at once? Most Triathlon events offer Duathlons – bike and run, Aquathlons – cycle and run, or get into a team relay where 2 or…

Tips to improve your sprint distance Swim in Triathlon

If you usually fear the swimming part of Triathlon, you’re not alone. However, you can continue to build your confidence and train up your swim, to improve on your time. If you can train at the pool three times a…

Strong and beautiful CrossFit star Bianca Blair signs for WWE

You rarely find a jack and master of all trades,  but Bianca Blair is a rare gem at —dance, soccer, gymnastics, basketball, track and CrossFit.  She loves competing and showing her physical prowness, few would guess her first sport was ballet….

No more “Kicking The Bell” at Spartan Race

If you think that kicking the bell at the top of the rope or monkey bar is cool and still aspire to do that (if you haven’t already), your hopes have been quashed at Spartan Race. Athlete Director at Spartan…

Casio Exilim FR100 makes sweaty shots look good

Who says sweat and a vain selfie don’t work together? Personal trainer Karen Siah who recently turned into a competitive Ironman brought out her Casio Exilim FR100 to play. While preparing for the race, spirits at Putrajaya were riding high…

1st CrossFit Pahlawan Challenge – 23.04.2016

Date: Saturday, 23 April 2016 Time: 8:30am Venue: CrossFit Pahlawan, Citta Mall, Selangor. Register: Fee RM10, click here. The most anticipated, inaugural The Pahlawan Challenge will be held on 23 April 2016 (Saturday). Exclusive for 80 members only in  20 teams of men and women, there will be…

Ironman goes to Korea with IRONMAN 70.3 Chungju – 14.08.2016

Known as the ‘Watersports City’ Chungju, Korea was home to the 2013 World Rowing Championship. The stunning Tangeum Lake International Rowing Regatta will host the IRONMAN 70.3 Chungju event area including transition and finish line. IRONMAN 70.3 Chungju Experience The…

An amateur’s mistake at Penang Coast Triathlon

I thought I’ve already kissed my short triathlon ‘career’ good bye, as my last race was back in 2014. I didn’t participate any races in 2015, as I was preparing for my once in a lifetime event – my Wedding. Nevertheless,…

Man sues Spartan Race after becoming quadripelagic

Most people sign up for an obstacle race like Spartan Race but never expect to get killed, severely injured or become quadripelagic. James Chapman had newly graduated and was actively into CrossFit and wrestling, but little did he expect to…

Date Night Challenge in the Darkness at Viper Arena

People usually go to stadiums at to watch a match or a concert, little did we expect the latest fad of Obstacle Races to be held in stadiums instead. The crowd spans out in a festive mood, loud energetic music…