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The Weekend Runner: WOW Run 2015 Malaysia

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Music was pumping, everyone was smiling, and the air was buzzing with excitement – The haze may have stopped our run, but it can never stop our spirits! It was in everyone’s best health interest that the 5km fun run had to be cancelled for Nashata WOW Run 2015. However, we can still have fun indoors. The Zumba, Fitness Challenge, and Women Empowerment Dialogue proceeded as planned, and everyone had fun.

 

Zumba was lead by Aida Mohd, a well-known fitness instructor. Thanks to her energetic moves, everyone was panting and sweating by the end of the session. We thought that Zumba would wear out everybody, and there will only be a handful willing to participate in the fitness challenge. We were so wrong! There was even a tie for the burpee challenge! I guess 3 minutes was not enough to wear these strong ladies out.

1781950_541543352670890_5857756829422841750_nWork it, ladies!

1948078_541544599337432_4596086542488002360_nWow, still energetic after Zumba? What did you have for breakfast ladies, a bowl of confidence laced with sugar?

 

Personally, I felt that the real highlight of the event was the Women Empowerment Dialogue Session. It was a very lively forum session, moderated by Nadiah Tan Abdullah (HR Director, Experian Malaysia), with real and personal stories from Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir (Women’s Right Activist), Dato’ Ng Wan Peng (COO, MDeC), and Karen Loh (Founder, Marathon Women Malaysia). They spoke about:

  • Breaking stereotypes – Women are leaders,  with their own distinct style of leadership. Their role as a leader is important because they set an example for their children. Do not allow these stereotypes to be a limitation on yourself.
  • Women in sports – running as a platform to build confidence and self-esteem, which can be used in the corporate world too.
  • Women in the IT world – the IT world is a good industry for women because of its flexibility and it focuses on talented minds instead of physical strength and attributions. Prove that you can deliver a good work, and you will get noticed for that.
  • Women should learn how to network better – your friends are your potential solutions to your problems too. Network from different fields, as it might be useful for you one day to have a various connections. Plus, use technology too.
  • Women should help each other – as role models, help pave the way for the future generation.

12189098_541547922670433_7039703854587554870_nI am glad that I was given the opportunity to hear from such inspirational people, for they have inspired me to be a COO/CEO and an ultra marathoner too.

 

We wrapped up the day’s event with prize-giving ceremony to the winners of the Most Creative Photo, Funniest Photo, and Best Wefie.

 

In conclusion, all of these would not be possible without the support from the ladies behind Nashata. Give these ladies a round of applause for making WOW Run 2015 a huge success!

 

12072628_10207710888120038_2637163957243059800_nAn incomplete picture of the ladies behind Nashata WOW Run 2015.

 

Note: All pictures are courtesy of Nashata’s website. Head over to their facebook profile for more pictures.

 

Until next week,

The Weekend Runner.

Final Updates : WOW RUN Malaysia

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The WOW RUN is 2 days away and we hope this is the final updates. Previous update is at nashata.com/blog/?p=4067

Date : 25 October 2015 (Sunday)

Time: 7:30 am – 9:30 am
Venue: Multimedia Development Corporation Cyberjaya

Agenda :
7:30 am : Zumba by Aida Mohd
8:15 am : Fitness Challenges and Prize Giving
8:30 am : Women Empowerment Dialogue, Gorgeous Geeks
9:30 am : End

1. RACEKIT

  • All racekit have been shipped out. Should you not receive it, just come and get one from Nashata booth anytime from 7am – 9:30 am on event day.
  • Your BIB number is on your WOW RUN running shirt. Please wear your running shirt to collect medal after Zumba. You can collect from 8:15am – 10:00am. No running tee, no medal.
  • Activities are open to female ages 12 and above. Men can come and support only.

2. HAZE CONDITION & STATUS OF RUN
We run & exercise for a better health,and your wellness is important to us.

  • The air quality is expected to be unhealthy on the 25th October. For more info on haze forecast. please refer to the details here.
    Due to that, the run is cancelled. However, zumba will be moved indoor & the women empowerment dialogue will continue as scheduled.
  • Despite the haze, the-ever-supportive gents will come to support you. The firefighters who have agreed to cheer at the run and Azran Osman Rani, the ironman and CEO of iflix will be at the event to support Women of Wellness.

3. EVENT LAYOUT

There are a few changes since we are moving activities indoor.

4. ZUMBA

 

 4. CHALLENGES & PRIZES

Fitness challenges are ON after ZUMBA ! So keep training so that you can win these prizes.

  • Prizes for Challenges
    1. Longest Plank
    2. Highest # of Burpees
    3. Highest # of Push UpsThe winner for each challenge will get a month FREE membership at the CURVES worth RM547.

Curves Fitness Center

  • Prizes for Instagram Competition: #WOWRUNMY
    1. Most creative photo
    2. Most funny photo
    3. Best Wefie/Group PictureMake sure you use hashtag #WOWRUNMY when you share photos on instagram.
    Since the run is cancelled, we are starting the competition a day earlier 24th October until 25th October 8:15am.
    The winner of each category gets a pack of Personal Care Products from Good Virtues worth RM216

Good Virtues

5. WOMEN DIALOGUE SESSION : Leadership by Gorgeous Geeks

COME, JOIN US and CONVERSE

  • This session is limited to 50 pax only. Secure your seats HERE NOW!
  • Time : 8:30 am – 9:30 am
  • Venue : Bunga Raya Auditorium, MDeC
  • Speakers
    • Dato Ng Wan Peng – COO, MDeC
    • Karen Loh – Founder, Malaysia Women Marathon
    • Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir – Woman Activist
  • Moderator : Nadiah Tan Abdullah , HR Director, Experian Malaysia

 

If you have any questions, please email wowrunmy@nashata.com.

Get Ready for WOW RUN Malaysia

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WOW Run is around the corner and we hope you are all set to have loads of fun! For a smooth and exciting experience, kindly go through the info provided below.

Women Empowerment Dialogue by Gorgeous Geeks

Date: 25 Oktober 2015 (Sunday)

Time: 06:45am – 9:30am
Venue: Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC), Cyberjaya

AGENDA

6:45am : Warm Up
7:00 am : Flag Off by Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir
7:30 am : Zumba by Aida Mohd
8:15 am : Fitness Challenges & Prize Giving
8:30 am : Women Empowerment Dialogue Session on Leadership at Bunga Raya Auditorium MDeC
9:30 am : End

Here are the updates!

1. RACEKIT

  • Your racekit will be shipped to you 19 October onwards via POSLAJU. It takes 1 or 2 working days to reach you.
    Please update your shipping address to ensure someone can receive your pack.
  • The running BIB will be on your shirt. Please run in the running shirt on that day to ensure you get to collect your medal at finishing line.
    Only finishers running in the WOW RUN tee will get the medal.
  • We will provide you event layout and agenda in the race kit
  • ALL REGISTERED participants will get a SPECIAL hand balloon.
    Please pick it up from the Food Counter after Warm Up Session

2. LOCATIONS

Event Venue

  • Multimedia Development Corporation
    Address : 2360, Persiaran APEC, 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor
  • GPS Location
    Latitude : 2.9224, Longtitude : 101.659
  • Here’s the directions on Waze.

Mosque

  • Masjid Raja Haji Fi Sabilillah
    It is located along Persiaran Semarak Api, Cyberjaya.
    Here’s the direction on Waze
  • Surau @ Balai Bomba & Penyelamat, Cyberjaya
    It is located along Persiaran Apec, Cyberjaya.
    Here is the direction on Waze

3. PARKING 

There are four areas we suggest you to park at:

  1. Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC) Internal Parking Area.
    Our venue sponsor, the Multimedia Development Corporation will allow parking within their compound if you arrive before 6:40 am. After which, you need to park at other designated areas.
    If you park at this area, due to safety, we will only allow you to leave after 8:15 am; when all runners have reached finish line.
  2. Cottage Drive
    Take immediate left after you pass MDeC building to get into the Cottage Drive. You will see KFC, Nandos Chicken, Pizza Hut and PappaRich along this road.
  3. Jalan Teknokrat 6
  4. Jalan Impact

Parking Lot

 

 4. EVENT LAYOUT

  • Drop Bag Area
    Open from 6:30am – 9:30am
  • Food Counter
    Open from 7:30am – 9:30am. You can enjoy your food at the eating area. It is a nice lawn by the fish pond.
  • Zumba Area
    Don’t forget to run fast to Zumba on time. It starts from 7:30am – 8:15am
    Any girls can join the zumba. No registration is required.
  • Medic / Ambulans
    Paramedic & ambulans will be stations at event site, while one paramedic at water station
  • Medal Collection 
    Medal Collection is at the counter next to Bunga Raya Auditorium. You need to enter MDeC building to go to the Auditorium.
    Only registered runners who finish the run are entitled for medal.
  • Photobooth
    There is a photobooth close to the sponsors area. Get all the fun & exciting shots here!
    Open from 7:30am  – 9:30am
  • Sponsors Area
    Open from 7:30am – 9:30am
  • Women Dialogue Session by Gorgeous Geeks
    Starts at 8:30 am – 9:30am
  • Speakers Area
    This is for holding area for Women Dialogue Speakers
  • MDeC Parking
    You can only park in this area if you arrive before 6:40am.
    If you park at this area, due to safety, we will only allow you to leave after 8:15 am when all runners have reached finish line
  • Toilets
    There are 3 toilet areas in MDeC building.
WOW RUN Floor Plan

WOW Run Floor Plan

 

5. THE ROUTE

  • The run/walk starts and finishes at MDeC.
  • The water station is at the bus stop, right after SM Seri Puteri.
  • One paramedic will be at the water station
  • For safety,
    • Please keep left while running at all times
    • You are encouraged to run on the running path by the road
    • We will mobilize sweepers to pick up last runners along the route 8:30 am onward
    • There will be many marshalls on bike and foot to support you. If you need any assistance, just let them know.
  • Enjoy the run and do take a lot of pictures.
  • Use #WOWRUNMY when you share pictures so that we can find you. More info on Prizes Section below.

WOW RUN Water Station

 6. PRIZES

  • Prizes for Challenges
    After ZUMBA, we are going to throw a challenge to all ladies
    1. Longest Plank
    2. Highest # of Burpees
    3. Highest # of Push Ups
  • The winner for each challenge will get a month FREE membership at the CURVES worth RM547.

Curves Fitness Center

  • Prizes for RunWithInsta Competition: #WOWRUNMY
    1. Most creative photo
    2. Most funny photo
    3. Run strong photoMake sure you use hashtag #WOWRUNMY when you share photos on instagram.
    Competition starts 6:45am till 8:15am.
  • The winner of each category gets a pack of Personal Care Products from Good Virtues worth RM216

Good Virtues

7. WOMEN DIALOGUE SESSION : Leadership by Gorgeous Geeks

We have put together an WOW-some WOMEN for you from diverse background. COME, JOIN US and CONVERSE

  • This session is limited to 50 pax only. Secure your seats HERE NOW!
  • Time : 8:30 am – 9:30 am
  • Venue : Bunga Raya Auditorium, MDeC
  • Speakers
    • Dato Ng Wan Peng – COO, MDeC
    • Karen Loh – Founder, Malaysia Women Marathon
    • Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir – Woman Activist
    • Anne Abraham – Advocate and Supporter for Women Leadership Development (TBC)
  • Moderator : Nadiah Tan Abdullah , HR Director, Experian Malaysia

8. A WELLNESS RUN

We run & exercise for a better health, and your wellness is important to us.

  • We are expecting a good weather on that day, but should the air quality index is unhealthy; i.e, API reading for Putrajaya on http://apims.doe.gov.my/v2/  is above 100 on running day (as of 1 am 25th October), the run will be cancelled. However, zumba will be moved indoor & the women empowerment dialogue session will continue as scheduled. You can pick up the goodie bags and medal at MDeC on event day  from 7:30am – 9:30am.
  • The run will continue should the API reading is below 100, and we encourage all runners to bring and wear mask if the API is between 50 and 100.
  • Should it rain, WOW RUN shall continue.

If you have any questions, please email wowrunmy@nashata.com
See you soon!

WOW RUN Malaysia : T-58 Days

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The Star MetroRun with Sisterhood 25th October 2015

Kuala Lumpur, 4 August, 2015 – On the 25th October 2015, women from all walks of life will come together and run, zumba and have conversations on leadership in Cyberjaya. Organised and co-sponsored by Nashata, the run is supported by Gorgeous Geeks, Malaysia Women Marathon and Women’s Aid Organisation.

 

6 Countries, Same Day, Same Time

On the 25th October, 7am, runners from six countries will run 5km together.

Originated from Singapore by Muzdalifah Anuar in 2014 with 1,000 woman runners, the WOW RUN, this year expands to five countries that includes Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippine, Australia and the United States of America. When she started the run in 2014, her goal was to promote fitness in Islam.

 

This year the run is theme #embracewomenhood, Muzdalifah is spreading the love of active lifestyle with other sisters across the globe with the spirit of sisterhood. The run aims to garner and motivate women to lead an active lifestyle together united as sisters in the spirit and vigor of sisterhood, and not as separate nations.

 

ALL COLORS, ALL CULTURES united by SISTERHOOD 

In Malaysia, the run will be officiated by Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir. Marina is notable for voicing women’s rights in Malaysia.

According to a study by UK Medical Journal, half of women in Malaysia are overweight or obese, and another study on Obesity Journal states that in Malaysia obesity levels were highest among adults 40–59 years old.

 

Eda Fuzi, the race director in Malaysia, was once obese and now she runs marathon and ultra-marathons to keep fit. She urges women to pick up running to keep fit as it is the most convenient and easiest sporting activity. “You can run anywhere, anytime as long as you have your running attire and shoes,” says Eda. “Running is for everyone, and because of that, we are bringing together women groups to bring the WOW RUN message across,” she added.

To add more energy into WOW RUN, Aida Mohd, a Zumba instructor will lead the runners through a 30 minutes workout. Also a part-time newscaster, Aida says Zumba is incredibly fun and it is a work out for the body, mind and soul.

Girls can have fun and expand horizon at the WOW RUN. While cooling down after a good workout, listen to aspiring women discussing leadership. Alecia Heng, the President of Gorgeous Geek is putting together a panelist of women leaders to talk about leadership in their respective fields. Among the panelist and host are Dato’ Yasmin Mahmood, Nadiah Tan Abdullah and Karen Loh. Alecia says although it was reported on the Malaysia Economic Monitor November 2012 that over 50 percent of all women received a university degree or higher, only 30% women are at senior management level. Women can make it to the top and these fit ladies will share with you how.
Nashata was one of the inaugural sponsor for WOW RUN 2014 in Singapore and this year runners will get again the modest running attire designed by Nashata.

 

All these exciting activities are at the happening at Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC), in Cyberjaya. Other sponsors for the run include Good Virtues Co, Biogrow, Tamek, Curves, Cyberview as well as MDeC.

 

For more information and to register visit bitly.com/WOWRUN2015MY. There is a corporate rate of RM50. The run is for women age 12 and above but the men are welcomed to come and cheer. Registration closes on the 30th  September 2015.