runningcoachsg: June 2011

Thursday, June 30, 2011

Flying off to Gold Coast from Melbourne, tomorrow 1st July 2011

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If you are keen and have queries, please contact Coach Rameshon at 9100 4369 or you can email him at m.rameshon@gmail.com or swift.rameshon@gmail.com. Please refer to website http://flexifitness.com.sg (for more information on him and his programmes)

By Rameshon

Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

Leaving Melbourne for Gold Coast for the marathon

So far, I find Australia as a very nice place to stay and the people here are warm and very friendly. The land space is huge and vast. I see a lot of greenery here and this place is very scenic, especially the sight of Lysterfield lake. My sister brought Ashley and me for a walk around there. My sister recounted how she and her friend went for a very long walk and nearly got lost in the woods. I told her that if she needs to go into the woods, the most important thing to do is to go in twos or a group and to bring at least 1.5 litres of water each.

Yesterday, the weather here was 4.5 degrees centigrade in the morning hours, around 7am, at my sister's house.

Gold Coast Marathon is an AIMS certified course. The marathon has various races as well ie Kids dash, Wheelchair Half-marathon, kids dash etc. The start has different timing for the various races. The marathon distance is equal to the Olympic distance of 42.195km.

It has been suggested to be at the marathon race 1hr before so that one can see the start and finish point, and know where the baggage point. One will be able to go to the toilets and be comfortable when they run.

Today, my sister and her daughter and I went to a Hindu temple at Carrum Down. We were there for a while.

After that Ashley did his last 40min run in Melbourne, Narre Warren Area. We realised that the course record is 2hr 13min for the men open and 2hr 31min for the women open.

Tomorrow, we will be flying off to Gold Coast to collect the number tag. We will be leaving Melbourne at 2pm and reaching the Gold Coast at 4pm. Ashley told me that the temperature is predicted to be somewhere around 15 degrees to 20 degrees centigrade. I just hope that the temperature does not go below 10 degrees during the race. Nevertheless, I have told Ashley to be ready for any kind of weather.

We will be having a 2 hours flight. We leave at 2pm and reach there at 4pm. It will be nice to see the ocean at the Gold Coast area.

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By Narayanan

Rameshon has taught in Hwa Chong Institution, plus several schools, and Republic Polytechnic as well. He has won many accolades and he was awarded Merit Award for 1991 marathon performance in breaking the national record of Singapore, at that time. He has made 22 male athletes do a marathon in sub-3hrs. He has made 7 female runners do sub-4 hours for the marathon, as well. He was inducted to the ‘Roll of Honour’ by the then College of Physical Education, organised by Singapore Olympic Academy, in 1998, for breaking the National record repeatedly 4 times, till he did 2hr 24min 22sec).

He also has a Coaching group and he trains them on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7pm at Botanic Gardens. Those interested can call him at 91004369 for coaching assistance, to improve performance. There is also personal training that he does for many in a week. You can e-mail him at swift.rameshon@gmail.com.

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Meeting Lindy Yap and May Yong before Gold Coast Marathon 2011

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By Rameshon

Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

Two passionate runners- Lindy Yap and May Yong

Today, Ashley Liew and I were invited by Lindy Yap, one of the MR25 Club member, who is now residing in Australia. She told us that she would like to give us a treat at a Chinese Vegetarian, somewhere 45mins away from my sister's place at Narre Warren. My sister was also invited. It was at Doncaster. The restaurant's name was Vegie Mum.

Lindy who has a personal best time of 3hr 49min will be also running in the Gold Coast Marathon 2011. However, she revealed that she will be doing this for the fun of it. The Chinese Vegetarian food was very delicious and we thank her for the treat.

After the treat, we decided to meet May Yong who was staying at Grenfell Avenue. At present May Yong is studying at Glen Waverly College. She told me that she is preparing for the cross-country championships. Hopefully, I hope to see her run in the State Cross-Country Championships 2011. I found out that my nephew Aravind has been selected.

Later on, we went to MacDonald's, since we could not find any place to go for a coffee drink. May Yong chatted with us for about 30 to 40 min and finally left the place to go to my sister's place. Lindy Yap was very kind enough to bring us back to my sister's house, considering the long ride back to the latter's place.

It was very nice meeting the two runners - Lindy Yap and May Yong. These are very passionate runners from Singapore and I was very happy to meet them. It was a fruitful day.

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By Narayanan

Hillcrest Christian Annual Sch X-Country C'ships 2011, Australia

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If you are keen and have queries, please contact Coach Rameshon at 9100 4369 or you can email him at m.rameshon@gmail.com or swift.rameshon@gmail.com. Please refer to website http://flexifitness.com.sg (for more information on him and his programmes)

By Rameshon
Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

Hillcrest Christian Annual School Cross - Country Championships 2011

Today was Hillcrest Christian Annual School Cross-Country Championships 2011. Two periods were off for the students to run in the race at 1:30pm. Aravind, my nephew, told me in the morning that he was taking part in the 4km race in the boys' race. He also predicted that he is aiming for 4th position. At 4pm plus, Aravind was back and was happy that he came in 4th. I congratulated him for his performance. He also recounted to me that he had to fight hard to get the 4th position. I have asked him for an interview and he answered me.

An Interview With Aravind Thiruselvam - Secondary 3 Student from Hillcrest Christian College

How did you find that race?

I found the race rather difficult as I was competing with people who have been preparing for the race.

How many people participated?

Nearly 600 students participated in the race.

Did you train hard for the race?

To be honest, I did not train much for the race, but I trained 3 times per week, that's all. I think that I will do much better if I had trained more,

Can you tell us the results of the race and details of your performance?

Well, it was a tough fight for the fourth position as I had to fight hard with Jarrod Mcaleese. For our under 14 age group boys race, the first second and third went to Alex Cross, Chris Webber, and Chris Agnew, respectively.

How did your coach feel about the race?

My coach was proud of mine and the team's performance. Mr Dennis congratulated us after the finish of the race for our effort.

What is your next goal?

My next goal is to prepare for the state Cross Country. Based on today's performance, the top 6 runners will be selected to compete in this event, and I will be looking forward to training hard and perform well for this upcoming event.

How did your parents feel about this?

My parents felt very proud of this achievement.

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By Narayanan

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Mutai Does 27min 19sec - 10km Run in Boston

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

Sunday, 26 June 2011

Geoffrey Mutai does 27min 19sec in 10km Run in Boston

Geoffrey Mutai leaves Ethiopian Gebremariam behind in Boston 10km

Boston, USA

Men Open 10km Race

29-year-old Kenyan Geoffrey Mutai defeated Gebremariam from Ethiopian to win the inaugural BAA 10K on Sunday 26th June 2011, his second victory in Boston, followed by his April win in the Boston Marathon with an unofficial world record time of 2min 03:02sec, the best time ever by a human. He had challenges from Kenyan Sam Chelanga and Moses Mosop also. Moses Mosop finished third in 28min 29sec. Chelanga, running in his professional debut, finished fourth in 28min 31sec. Mutai may have been motivated when his wife gave birth to their second child, a girl.

Women's Open 10km Race

In the women's open category fellow country runner Kilel, won the women’s race for the 10km race in 31min 58sec, with former Providence College star Kim Smith second. Kim Smith is from New Zealand. Ethiopian Misiker Demissie did 33min 08sec for the race. The top American finisher was Heather Cappello who came in the fourth position for the race.

Leading Results -

Men:

1. Geoffrey Mutai (KEN) – 27:19

2. Gebre Gebremariam (ETH) – 28:11

3. Moses Mosop (KEN) – 28:29

4. Samuel Chelanga (KEN) – 28:31

5. Samuel Ndereba (KEN) – 29:01

6. Shawn Forrest (AUS) – 29:10

7. Simon Ndirangu (KEN) – 29:30

8. Joseph Chirlee (KEN) – 29:37

9. Elkanah Kibet (KEN) – 30:13

10. Timothy Ritchie (USA) – 30:26

Women:

1. Caroline Kilel (KEN) – 31:58

2. Kim Smith (NZL) – 32:06

3. Misiker Demissie (ETH) – 33:08

4. Heather Cappello (USA) – 33:32

5. Benita Willis (USA) – 34:11

6. Katie Dicamillo (USA) – 34:26

7. Jennifer Campbell (USA) – 35:42

8. Caroline Bjune (USA) – 36:08

9. Trina Painter (USA) – 36:13

10. Mary Kate Champagne (USA) – 36:38

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By Narayanan
Rameshon has taught in Hwa Chong Institution, plus several schools, and Republic Polytechnic as well. He has won many accolades and he was awarded Merit Award for 1991 marathon performance in breaking the national record of Singapore, at that time. He has made 22 male athletes do a marathon in sub-3hrs. He has made 7 female runners do sub-4 hours for the marathon, as well. He was inducted to the ‘Roll of Honour’ by the then College of Physical Education, organised by Singapore Olympic Academy, in 1998, for breaking the National record repeatedly 4 times, till he did 2hr 24min 22sec).

He also has a Coaching group and he trains them on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7pm at Botanic Gardens. Those interested can call him at 91004369 for coaching assistance, to improve performance. There is also personal training that he does for many in a week. You can e-mail him at swift.rameshon@gmail.com.

In Melbourne - A Walk around the Park

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By Rameshon

Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

In Melbourne - Going for a walk in the park with Ashley and Aravind

Today we landed at the Melbourne Airport. It took about 7 hours journey. The temperature was 7 degrees centigrade when we landed there. When we came out of the airport, the temperature was about 11 degrees.

Ashley and I were welcomed by my sister Gowri. My sister-in-law Hema was also there. My brother-in-law Kannan was going to Singapore from Melbourne. He was able to see me for a while

The airport was 75km away from my sister's place. It was quite a ride. Later on, Ashley and I took breakfast and lunch here at my sister's place.

Ashley went for a run and I was inspecting some good area for running and I found two places. My nephew Aravind showed me around.

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By Narayanan

Monday, June 27, 2011

Leaving Singapore For Gold Coast Marathon 2011

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By Rameshon

Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

Gold Coast Marathon 2011 Journey

Today, Ashley and I will be going off to Australia. At around 7pm, night time, we are flying and later on landing in Melbourne Airport in the morning. For 3 three days we will be staying in my sister's place and then take a domestic flight on 1st July to Gold Coast Airport. We will stay for 3 nights there.

On 3rd July is the race for Ashley Liew and I heard that Dr Ben Tan is also running in the race. On the night itself we will be having dinner together, hopefully with Sheryl Loh, and Lyndy Yap. Heard that Lyndy Yap and Sheryl Loh are running for fun.

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By Narayanan

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Illona Usovich Does 800m - 1min 58.12sec

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By Rameshon

Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

Sunday, 26 June 2011

Usovich does 800m in 1:58.12 in Szczecin

Picture 1 – Ilona Usovich nearly did sub-1min 58 in the race.

In the women’s 800m run, pacemaker Joanna Jozwik pushed the pace making the leading group to do 400 metres split in 56.68. At the last 250metres, Usovich took the lead all the way till the end strongly. The Belorussian Usovich clocked at 1min 58.12sec. Danuta Urbanik, 2min 00.84sec which was a new personal best by over a second.

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By Narayanan

Jamaican Sinclair wins 800m and 1500m Gold

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If you are keen and have queries, please contact Coach Rameshon at 9100 4369 or you can email him at m.rameshon@gmail.com or swift.rameshon@gmail.com. Please refer to website http://flexifitness.com.sg (for more information on him and his programmes)

By Rameshon

Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

Sinclair wins both 800m/1500m double in Kingston

Jamaican Track and Field Championships on Day 3

Kingston, Jamaica

Saturday, 25th June 2011

Kenia Sinclair, who won the 1500m at the Supreme Ventures-sponsored Jamaican Championships, also took gold in her speciality event on the third day of the Championships at the National Stadium.

Sinclair won the slow event in 2:00.96. It was her slowest time of the season. It should be noted that Sinclair has already clocked second-fastest time this year.

She followed the lead running group during the race before overtaking the college girl Natoya Goule, who clocked a personal best 2:01.45, at the last bit of the race. She told that she came out here to win and hence she decided it is good to do whatever it takes to win and that exactly what she did. She was also praising the effort of Goule.

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By Narayanan

Indian Inter-State Track and Field Championships 5km, 10km Women

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By Rameshon

Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

Women 5000m Open

12th June 2011

10000m Women Open Race
In the 10000, the Asian Games Gold medallist Preeja Sreedharan clocked 34:33.48 ahead of training partner Kavita Raut, who lost out by 34min 33.54sec Tamil Nadu's Surya Loganathan came in third in a time of 35:27.18.

Preeja and Kavita had finished one-two in 10,000m in the Asian Games last November while the latter had also bagged a bronze in the Commonwealth Games.

5000m Women - 13th June 2011

Kavita Raut of Maharashtra holds off Women’s 5000 meters national record holder, Preeja Sreedharan of Kerala and unknown Tamilian L Surya to claim the gold in the 51st Inter-State athletics championships on 13 June 2011.

Surya showed determination by trying to challenge the two elite athletes until the last hundred metres final stretch. Surya gave a stiff challenge to Kavita who was trying to break away. Preeja did not react fast to Kavita sudden surge in speed.

Surya, got silver while Kavita got gold in a time of 17:00.59 seconds. Preeja who has a personal best time of 15:15.89 in 2010 had to settle for 17:01.22, although she feels that it is the beginning of the season. Winner Kavita told that she is not used to synthetic track surface and she needs time to get adjusted running on it.

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By Narayanan

Saturday, June 25, 2011

Paula Radcliffe Running Berlin Marathon

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If you are keen and have queries, please contact Coach Rameshon at 9100 4369 or you can email him at m.rameshon@gmail.com or swift.rameshon@gmail.com. Please refer to website http://flexifitness.com.sg (for more information on him and his programmes)

By Rameshon

Bsc (Hons) Degree in Physical Education, Loughborough University (1992-1994)

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

Radcliffe Running the Berlin Marathon 2011

Paula Radcliffe, the 37-year-old Briton, also the World record holder with a time of 2hr 15min 25sec, is set to run in the BMW Berlin Marathon – an IAAF Gold Label Road Race. It will be held on 25th of September. This will be her first race after her fourth place in New York in 2009.

She gave birth to her second child Raphael in September 2010, and she has been nursing her recent injuries and is feeling much better now. This is one of the wish lists for Paula to run the Berlin Marathon 2011. Also, Paula does not intend to give up running after the London Olympics in 2012. She is planning to continue running competitively.

She told that she had got some advice on how to run the race there from Kenyan Paul Tergat and Haile Gebrselassie, who both set World records in Berlin.

She is aiming, of course for a win, but she told that it is too early to say and rather remain humble and discuss on staying injury-free and healthy.

Radcliffe knows that the Berlin course record is 2:19:12 for women open by Mizuki Noguchi. Meanwhile, Mikitenko, Germany’s record holder with a time of 2:19:19 done in the Berlin marathon and the winner in 2008, will also be competing.

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By Narayanan

World Faces Growing Wave Of Diabetes

Masters in Education (University of Western Australia, 2005-2008)

London - June 26, 2011

Diabetes can lead you to this. The key phrase is prevention is better than cure.

People who are not active when they were young are going to regret when they reach 40 years old. We all know that it is at 40 years old that the Army allows us to be exempted in the army for non-commissioned officers and below. I was exempted of the National Service from 40. It is at this age that the knee will give way for many - active as well as the inactive. Studies show that the meniscus problem starts from 40 years of age for the inactive and 45 years of age for the inactive. Hence, it is better to exercise. People who did not exercise will be spending more than half of the life-saving for health and they are in for a rude shock. It is good to understand that the government is looking for alternatives like exercise as a way to cut health care cost rather than just keep giving them health care service.

The sad fact is that this activity if there is an indulgence, will lead to an unhealthy lifestyle.

Also, diabetes is now a growing trend among the rich as well as the above average in income. When diabetes comes in many, we will be forced to take restricted diet and this will only make our life on earth not enjoyable and we will be asked to take insulin (usually from animals) to lower our blood sugar level daily. One will be told by the doctor to exercise daily or most of the time. There is no cure for diabetes. It is good to go for a check-up as to whether one has diabetes or not if possible 2 years once.

Injection for Type 1 diabetes, might come when you are young.

The number of adults worldwide with diabetes has more than doubled in three decades, jumping to an estimated 347million, a new study reported.

Much of that increase is due to ageing populations and population growth, but part of it has also been fuelled by rising obesity rates.

With numbers climbing almost everywhere, experts said the disease is no longer limited to rich countries and is now a global problem.

"Diabetes may well become the defining issue of global health for the next decade,", said Professor Majid E#zzati, chair of global environmental health at Imperial College London, one of the study author. "We are not at the peak of this wave yet, " he said.

Countries in which the numbers rose fastest include Cape Verde, Samoa, Saudi Arabia, Papua New Guinea, and the United States.

Women in Singapore, France, Italy and Switzerland remained relatively slim and had virtually no change in their diabetes rates.

The study was published yesterday in the journal Lancet.

Director of research at Diabetes UK, Mr Iain Frame, said the bigger challenge was to persuade people to adopt healthier lifestyles. " We have a fair idea of how to prevent Type 2 diabetes - you have to move more and eat less'" he said. "But putting it into practice across a wide population is another question altogether.

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By Narayanan
Rameshon has taught in Hwa Chong Institution, plus several schools, and Republic Polytechnic as well. He has won many accolades and he was awarded Merit Award for 1991 marathon performance in breaking the national record of Singapore, at that time. He has made 22 male athletes do a marathon in sub-3hrs. He has made 7 female runners do sub-4 hours for the marathon, as well. He was inducted to the ‘Roll of Honour’ by the then College of Physical Education, organised by Singapore Olympic Academy, in 1998, for breaking the National record repeatedly 4 times, till he did 2hr 24min 22sec).

He also has a Coaching group and he trains them on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7pm at Botanic Gardens. Those interested can call him at 91004369 for coaching assistance, to improve performance. There is also personal training that he does for many in a week. You can e-mail him at swift.rameshon@gmail.com.