Beyond the Border: Why Betong is Southern Thailand’s Best-Kept, Friendliest Secret
There is a pervasive myth among Malaysians that a proper Thai holiday requires a flight to the bustling streets of Bangkok or a ferry to the crowded beaches of Phuket. But what if I told you that one of the…
Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB: The Gold Standard for Trail Races Across Southeast Asia
The moment our van pulled into the border town of Betong, the sweltering Thai heat wrapped around us, but it was the warmth of the town’s welcome that truly took my breath away. Betong was in full-blown festival mode. Banners…
The Grassroots Training Hack: How Setia Alam Runners is Fueling the SCORE Marathon
Signing up for a major event like the SCORE Marathon is a thrilling commitment, but the moment the confirmation email arrives, the reality of the training sets in. The months ahead often promise early alarms, aching muscles, and hundreds of…
SCORE Marathon 2026 by AIA Vitality Releases Additional 300 Slots as Partner Lineup Takes Shape
SCORE Marathon 2026 by AIA Vitality continues to build on its rise as Malaysia’s largest running event, with its upcoming edition in Putrajaya set to welcome 50,000 participants following strong demand. In response to the overwhelming interest, organisers have released…
Malaysia’s Osama Alif Storms to 2nd Place Finish at Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB
In a stunning UTMB debut, Malaysian runner Osama Alif secured second place overall in the Flower 20K category at the Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB, crossing the finish line in 1:25:26. Representing the Northflow Run Community, the Universiti Pendidikan Sultan…
Thailand’s Chinnakrit Soongpankhao Wins Flower 20K at Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB
Thai runner Chinnakrit “Gundam” Soongpankhao secured the overall victory in the Flower 20K category at the Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB, crossing the finish line with a time of 1:24:30. Representing Team Pro and Mileage, Soongpankhao dominated the 17.2-kilometer course,…
Beyond the Trails: A Cultural and Culinary Guide to Betong for the UTMB Amazean Jungle 2026
As the global trail running community turns its sights toward Southern Thailand this May for the Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB, thousands of athletes and supporters are preparing to tackle the grueling rainforest trails. But running the jungle is only…
From 4 AM Shadows to Podium Finishes: The Rise of the Hulu Balang Runners
Long before the sun breaks over the city, a specific breed of runner is already on the road. They are not out there searching for glory or chasing the ephemeral runner’s high. For the Hulu Balang Runners (THBR), the pre-dawn…
Muslim Runner’s Guide: Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB!
We all know the golden rule of trail running: race logistics can be just as grueling as the elevation gain! But for Malaysian runners heading across the border for the Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB this May 1-3, 2026, we…
From Park Runs to Urban Clubhouses: How Pacemakers Malaysia Turned a KL Mall into a 400-Strong Running Hub
In the architecture of amateur running, the hardest mile is often the one between the front door and the starting line. Routine requires infrastructure. For over two decades, Pacemakers Running Club mapped their routes through the quiet streets of Kuala…
