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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)
Jonathan Kang - Aim was to complete in 3hr 15min.
Jonathan Kang told me in hospital at SGH that he was on time for a personal best time for Standard Chartered Marathon, Singapore. Nearly the last few stages of the marathon race, he caved in and stopped the race due to dehydration.
I was there in the hospital and his wife was looking after him in the hospital. Jonathan Kang was very depressed with the performance. However, I told him that, in a race, safety is utmost. We can perform again but if we become a casualty, it can be dangerous. Safety first and then comes to performance. Everyone should know this.
Two weeks back, in one morning, I saw Jonathan Kang doing a workout with Dr Ben Tan and Dr Benny Goh. From the workout they were doing, I found that Jonathan Kang seemed fitter as compared to his past.
Having said that I would like to share with others out there on his bold run at Tokyo by giving him an interview.
An Interview With Jonathan Kang
How many people took part in the marathon?
About 26 000 people participated in this marathon.
How was the weather out there?
It was about 5 to 6 degrees centigrade. The race was very cold to run.
How was your half-way mark time?
It was about 1hr 34min plus.
What was your target?
It was just to complete and not compete. I wanted to finish it safely.
How was the race as a whole?
The race was super and excellent. The hydration was very good. At every 2km mark, there are about 10 tables with drinks. The distance markers were prominently laid. I was able to pace myself well. The supports were very encouraging. There were a lot of support during the race.
How did your wife feel about the race?
She felt happy about the race. Note:
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.
