Inspired to pick up running when his son was born, Muhammad Helmi has not looked back since and continues to "Run His Way" with his running community
This November, New Balance celebrates the individuality of all who run, and inviting all to the world of running.
We speak with Muhammad Helmi of iRun Singapore and Superhero Runners, also known as "Helmigas", as part of a three-part 'Run Your Way' series, and ask him what running your way means to him and why he is passionate about running.
You can join Helmigas in injecting the vibrant spirit of the running community right into the heart of Singapore's premier shopping district, the iconic downtown bay area, and the world-class national sports hub with a one-mile run in the coming weeks!
Muhammad Helmi, iRun Singapore x Superhero Runners
35, Team Lead Technician
What does "Run Your Way" mean to you?
Helmi: Many people overthink running. I feel "Run Your Way" means if you feel like running right now or running today, then don't overthink it.
Whether I feel like running or not I just run, I don't contemplate whether I will want to run or don't want to run. For me I just feel like if I want to run, I just run and not hesitate.
Why do you like running?
Helmi: I like running because of the friends, the friends that I met. When I first started running, I started running alone. But as time goes by I met a few friends. From a few friends it became so many friends and now it has become a community. Because of the community itself I felt motivated to run.
How long have you been running?
Helmi: I have been running for about 3 years, ever since Covid started.
I started running because of my son. When my son was born I was overweight and I felt I needed to do something about it.
When I looked in the mirror I told myself I don't want to be struggling when my son grows up. I want to be able to chase him around and not feel tired. That's one of the main reasons behind why I run.
What advice do you have for beginners who may feel intimidated by running?
Helmi: To those new runners, don't think that running is a very big thing.
Just take it as you are just starting to be healthy.
Don't overthink it. Just take it as a way to improve yourself, a new journey you are embarking on to become a better you. I like to take it just as a form of exercise to be a better me, and to be a better self that the future me will thank me for today.
Join Helmi and iRun Singapore x Superhero Runners on Tuesday, 21 November 2023 at OCBC Square, Singapore Sports Hub and experience New Balance's cutting-edge innovations and technologies first-hand.