After 6 weeks of cheat day, I decided to run 10K in the EMPTA Charity Run 2015 on March 15 held at my least-favourite run route, Padang Merbok, Kuala Lumpur.
Opted for this event as pre-run and mileage towards the upcoming 2XU Compression Run 2015 in Singapore.
Update: After serious consideration, 2XU Compression Run 2015 SG have been postponed because it will coincide with the state funeral of the late Mr. Lee Kuan Yew and, out of respect for him and his family. New race date to be advise by 10 April 2015.
Race Day
Due to outstation-work, I had to write via email to the organisor in regards of my race pack collection. Glad that the organisor allowed me to collect on the race day itself as early at 6am.
No timing chip provided in the race pack though. Left my coupon that was attached with the race bib in the registration box for lucky draw later.
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| Race Pack |
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| Pre-Run Stretching |
Bumped into a runner-friend Calvin, from RHB half Marathon during my way to the starting line 5 minutes before flag-off. Nothing new along the race route to report. Most basic facilities were available for participants. Traffic and water stations were well managed. St. John Ambulance volunteers were seen at every check-points.
To be honest, it was a tough race for me this time with no training for almost 6 weeks. Totally need the oxygen at KM3.
Managed to complete the race course at 01:06 on my Nike+ Running. Got my finisher medal and a bottle of water at the finishing line.
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| Finisher Medal |
Event Area
The event area was small but suitable for the total numbers of participants in the race event. There was watermelons at one of the booths for runners. There was an event photo wall for photography session.
Met Ameeyn from MY365Runners while waiting for the lucky draw session. Saw some bicycles on stage as lucky draw prizes.
Met Ameeyn from MY365Runners while waiting for the lucky draw session. Saw some bicycles on stage as lucky draw prizes.
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| Event Area |
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| Medical Volunteers |
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| Running Friends (MY365Runners) |
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| Baggage Tent |
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| Baggage Tag |
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| Fruit Tent |
Nice finishing line with timing display. Finisher medal design was a pull-factor - Nice! Average vest design and material.
Tons of friendly participants and volunteers at the event area. Very less of photographers covering the event though. It would also be best if the organisor could provide timing chips to participants for accurate splits and finish time.
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| Finishing Line |
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| Finishing Line |
Summary: A good race event. Good job to EMPTA, Pacers Sport, sponsors and partners.
Event Recommendation: ★★★☆☆ (3/5)
Event Recommendation: ★★★☆☆ (3/5)
EMPTA Charity Run 2015 Completed!
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