SCB and GetFit CrossFit host first run clinic

WITH only 48 days to go before the highly anticipated 2012 Standard Chartered Brunei (SCB) Half Marathon, SCB together with GetFit CrossFit, the fitness partner for the event hosted a run clinic recently for the benefit of those who wish to prepare for the run or learn more about running.

Attending the run clinic were a mix of seasoned and first-time runners consisting of staff from the bank and participants who were all keen to train and do their best during the Half Marathon, set to take place on April 8.

Warm up sessions and a series of circuit running were conducted during the run clinic.

The Getfit Crossfit team then shared tips on how to prepare and pace for long distance running.

Participants who are running for the 21km, 10km and 5km competitive categories were encouraged to start training now as long distance running takes a lot of practise and discipline.

Gavin Sekhon from GetFit CrossFit said, "We are delighted to partner up with SCB and share our insights and knowledge on fitness."

"It is important that all who participate understand their own fitness levels, stretch properly, ensure a good warm-up before running, and to train regularly."

Through the techniques shown through the clinic, Gavin also hopes that runners will be able to increase their strength, endurance and fitness mentality to perform better.

Jennifer Kang, SCB's head of corporate affairs and marketing said that the Half Marathon isn't just "a great way to raise funds for a worthy cause, but it encourages our community to adopt a healthier lifestyle".

The deadline to register for the 2012 SCB Half Marathon is March 18, or once maximum capacities are reached.

All of the proceeds raised for the run will benefit the Pengiran Muda Mahkota Al-Muhtadee Billah Fund for Orphans (DANA) and SCB's Seeing Is Believing Programme.

For further details about the 2012 SCB Half Marathon, visit www.scbruneihalfmarathon.com or Facebook page www.facebook.com/SCBruneiHalfMarathon2012, or call SCB phone banking at 2658000.

The Brunei Times