July 23, 2014

5 Top Waterfront Running Spots in Singapore ... for Unfit Runners

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When it comes to running beside a body of water, there is no shortfall of running spots in Singapore. From the coastal runs of East Coast Parkway and Punggol Promenade, to the reservoir runs at MacRitchie and Pierce Reservoir.

As Unfit Runners, we look out for short 3km-5km distance runs, with nearby food amenities which allows us to feast on food which we normally avoid, using the runs as a pretext. The start and end point should preferably be near a MRT station, as those with knee injuries can take a train back to the breakfast point rather than running back. Without further ado, here are top 5 most scenic waterfront running spots in Singapore.

1. Keppel Bay - Labrador Park

This route allows us a glimpse of the wealthy lifestyle of some of the top income earners in Singapore. Yachts floating gently in Keppel bay; A luxury waterfront apartment complex designed by one of the most famous architect in the world; A park seeped with the colonial history of Singapore. There is always something to discover around here. If you need any motivation to become rich and successful in Singapore, here is the perfect running route!

Distance: 5 km

Nearest MRT: Harbourfront MRT. Labrador Park MRT

Nearest Food: Seah Imm Food Center, Vivocity

I am sure many of us won't mind owning one of these babies!
Reflections at Keppel Bay. Designed by the famous for the famous

July 22, 2014

How to Fix a Broken Shoulder Part 3: Recovery

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By Slacker | Guest Writer

Previously on How to Fix a Broken Shoulder...

"Throughout my visits to TTSH and Dr Lim, Iwas visiting the Sinseh regularly every fortnight. He would use medicine, acupuncture with heat, cupping & evenletting of blood to aid my recovery & sore muscles. There were times wherehe would put some secret Shaolin formula on my shoulder, wrap it up & toldme to leave it there for 3 days. Given the bucket loads that I sweat, I could feel the itch already..."
My Gym

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July 20, 2014

How to Fix a Broken Shoulder Part 2: Diagnosis & Treatment

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By Slacker | Guest Writer

Previously on How to Fix a Broken Shoulder .....

"To my surprise, the big pain never came & I was still able to use my right hand for light tasks. Off to TTSH (Tan Tock Seng Hospital) I went but not before a bath & lunch as the wait will be way too long I'm sure. It didn't feel too bad but changing of clothes was a real wake up call if you know what I meanGiven the symptoms & my prior experience, I remember thinking that I should be back in no time but unbeknownst to me then, this split second has changed my way of life forever.."

The A&E nurses & doc were somewhat surprised at how calm & matter of fact I was (thanks to my prior experience which calls for another article). I guessed that's why she only offered pain killers (which I declined), 1 day MC & told me to reuse my old arm sling (if I can find it, it was a good 9 years back after all)!

I took it as a sign that all will be back to normal in no time. The swelling went down pretty fast & the pain & soreness were pretty much gone by the 3rd day. I found my old slings & used it primarily when commuting, just in case I get bumped by Singaporeans who are walking blindly, engrossed with their mobile devices.

On the 2nd day, I was back to work & my boss tapped on my injured shoulder hard a few times, thinking that it would be a harmless joke. I was really HIGH and I could probably hit some Celine Dion high notes. He was probably unaware how bad my injury was as I removed my sling once I reached office. 

Morale of the story: Wear your sling, made sure every Tom, Dick & Harry knows about your injury.

I later did some googling, compared the illustrations to my x-rays and concluded that the injury looks like a Type-III AC joint disruption. Generally, surgery is not performed as studies have shown that the recovery is about the same whether surgery is prescribed or not. Some people have also commented in the forums that a complete tear is less painful than a partial tear down the road as there is less contact between the bones. Wonder if I should feel happy or not, hmm...


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July 17, 2014

How to Fix a Broken Shoulder: Irresistible Force vs. Immovable Object

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by Slacker | Guest Writer

First some self introduction, I’m very laid back & lazy as most people are (I guess), thus calling myself Slacker as a reminder to keep on moving my lazy bum. Training Muay Thai & Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) up to 6 days a week & Mountain Biking with my buddy to round off the week, it’s been my way of life since I can remember & I’m loving it..

As Newton has said – an object in motion tends to stay in motion. And so I am, in my mid 30s, active, happy, healthy & fit as a fiddle. But stop it did, on the 4th May 2014 as irresistible force met immovable object!

Bukit Timah Bike Trail

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July 14, 2014

July 13, 2014

VIP Threatment for Knee: Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)

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Chien Chi Tow (拳器道) People's Park Center
Looks like my running hobby might be temporarily suspended for now.

This knee issue has been troubling me for months, and I never really got down to investigate the root of the problem. I was running on and off during the past few months and as my knee slowly healed, I managed to increase my distance from a paltry 1 km to 4km before I feel any pain. 2 weeks ago, as I was exploring the newly launched Sports Hub, I felt a sharp pain and the pain persisted for the next few days. At that point of time, I realize that I need to seek help.

July 9, 2014

July 6, 2014

10 Reasons Why You Should Vote For Us - Singapore Blog Awards 2014

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Do you know how hard is it to get a 30+ year old Singaporean to go for a jog? They have to juggle between a 60 hours workweek, threats of retrenchments, a crushing mortgage, a couple of terrible twos/threes kids, in-laws, laundry and a consistently growing beer belly? The blog was created to inspire fellow busy Singaporeans to strap on their shoes and go for a run! To a marathon runner, 3km-5km may be considered a fun run, but for the majority of the Unfit Runners, clearing 5km is already a great achievement. So if you are still unsure if that is a good enough cause, here are 10 other reasons why you should vote for us! 

Reason 1: IPPT is coming and you hope that you can find a nice training spot near your area to jog 
source: memecrunch.com


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10 Top Running Pictures of SG Unfit Runners 2012

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After getting into the Finals of Singapore Blog Awards 2014, I decided to look into some of my older posts and wipe the dust off them. While browsing through the pictures, I realized that I took many interesting pictures while jogging around Singapore. Riding on the popular trend of putting a "number" in front of my post and hoping that it will become popular, I present to you the "10 Top Running Pictures of SG Unfit Runners 2012"!!!

Now that I have put a number in front of the title, I hope that this post will go viral...

Here goes!

Number 10: You Smelly Turtle!
  


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July 4, 2014

Finalist of Singapore Blog Awards 2014! - SG Unfit Runners Upcoming Epic Saturday Run!

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PES E, "Hey guys! Guess what! SG Unfit Runners is the finalist for Singapore Blog Awards!"

Fang Tai, "Okie. So where are we running this week?" (Totally unexcited)

BBG, "No run for me since I am catching both the World Cup match for tonight" (Has a World Cup betting pool with his colleagues. Don't blame him)

Lazy Girl, "I won't run tomorrow. Just got vaccine and need to stay at home." (So old still need vaccine?! Going Africa?!?)

PES E, "Er. Okie. My knee is still hurting from last week run. I think I will skip this week also." (Author himself giving excuses of knee injury! Shameless!)

Thus the SG Unfit Runners decided to forgo their celebratory run and concentrate on drinking beer, watching World Xup and nursing an injured knee.


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