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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…

5 climbing walls to inspire you to greater heights

If you think indoor climbing walls are unimaginative and boring, scripted inside shopping malls and shop lots, here’s 5 walls to inspire that wild spark in you and you might just take up climbing even if you’ve never tried it…

Spark up with Kiwi Chia Pudding

Kiwi Chia Pudding Did you know kiwifruit spread from China in the early 20th century to New Zealand? A medium size kiwifruit provides 1 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates, and 2.6 g dietary fiber (found partly in the edible skin) while…

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…

Aquathlon newbie on a budget at Penang Coast Triathlon 2016

You don’t have to be experienced nor have a high budget to be able to participate in various sporting events. Unexpectedly, I was given the chance to participate in Aquathlon at the Penang Coast Triathlon and I snapped it up, although…

Asia Championships Qualifiers starts 08-12.04.2016

A new season is upon Asia’s premier Fitness Championships League. Stretching from Korea in the North, Philippines & Guam in the East all the way through South East Asian countries and Russia & Kazakhstan, everyone can compete for the Championships title. For the…

9 year old blazes BattleFrog Xtreme Obstacle Race fit for NAVY Seals

She might be tiny, but she has a kick and punch stronger than any Jalapeno peppers or chillies you can find. 9-year-old Milla Bizzotto inspired children and adults around the world when she completed a 24-hour obstacle course designed for Navy…

Singapore Indoor Skydiving teenagers victorious at 2016 Bodyflight World Challenge

iFly Singapore has done it once again! It’s sponsored team, Team Firefly has outdone themselves by securing 1st place in the 2-way artistic and 2nd place in the 2-way speed categories, beating teams from more than 25 countries around the…

Charis Chan suspended from CrossFit competitions after doping allegations

  Sadly even the world of CrossFit is not spared from doping allegations. CrossFit has inspired coach potatoes to move it up and get healthy and fitter the world over. According to the website, CrossFit, Inc. has been informed and believes…