18,000 participants expected for 2XU Compression Run 2024
Having gotten the Singapore T100 out of the way, members of the Singapore running community have their sights firmly set on the 2XU Compression Run this weekend.
Happening on Sunday, 21 April 2024 at the F1 Pit Building, the 2XU Run has traditionally been known as one of the bigger first mass participation races in the local sports calendar to kick off the running year.
This year is no different, with organisers expecting up to some 18,000 participants to be present at the popular event which features a 21.1km half-marathon distance, a 10km and 5km runs.
Actor and stuntman Lucas Lim, who began his running journey back during his school days and was part of the SportPlus Team that clinched gold in the Standard Duathlon Relay last weekend at the Singapore T100, will be taking part in the 21.1km half-marathon this weekend.
Lim, 28, has been putting in the miles in training specifically for the 2XU Compression Run, which he considers to be a local "A" race in his race calendar for the first half of the year and will also be running two full marathons this year - the BMW Berline Marathon and the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon.
"Training has been good, I consider myself fortunate as the nature of my work allows me a bit more flexibility to cater to my training schedule."
"I am looking forward to seeing everyone at the startline, and the 2XU Compression Run is definitely a good race for me to gauge where my current fitness levels are at."
Nelson Wong, co-founder of local running group Superhero Runners, is also doing the 21.1km half-marathon and the father of one has found life to be more challenging as a parent - to juggle parenting duties, work and running.
Sharing tips on how he does it and summing up his efforts in training for his first half-marathon in over a year, Wong shared that balance is key: "Nutrition, training, and recovery are important."
"It all starts with the right mindset and preparation. Nutrition fuels our journey. Remember, it’s not just about what you eat, but when."
He added: "Training is where the magic happens. Consistency is key, but listen to your body."
"Every step forward is progress. But recovery is just as important as the run itself. Recovery is where we grow stronger, both mentally and physically."
"Remember, it’s not just about the miles you run, but the moments you create along the way. Keep pushing forward."
Participants who have signed up for the 2XU Compression Run late after the initial deadline and race pack collections were over can still collect their bibs and race pack at a second race pack collection at F1 Pit Building this weekend 20-21 April 2024.
Those who are not around to collect their bibs can authorise someone to help collect on their behalf.
2nd Race Pack Collection
Date: 20-21 April 2024
Time: 12:00PM to 5:00PM (20 April), 2:30AM to 7:30AM (21 April)
Venue: F1 Pit Building, 1 Republic Boulevard, 038975
See everyone at the start line this Sunday!