Yap Chee Wai

The next person we will be featuring is Mr Yap Chee Wai and he is participating in the 10km race. His vision in is “To be able to complete the 10km race of SCB KL Marathon 2009”.



Q : Have you joined any kind of marathon before?

No I have not but I have joined walkathon and jog-a-thon before.

Q : Have you started your training?

Yes, I’ve been jogging and playing badminton every weekend but it is not an intensive training.

Q : Did you attend any clinics offered by Standard Chartered?

No cos I usually not free on Sunday mornings.

Q : Are you excited about the race?

Yes and No. Excited cos there are only 8 more days to go. Not excited because I have to get up real early in the morning.

Q : Do you have anything to say to your competitors?

Good Luck and enjoy the marathon and also the scenery. (laughing)

Nor Roziana

Next, we have Ms Nor Roziana who is the attached to Marketing Direct 1 and she will be joining the 5km race. Her vision in life is “To be successful in life”.



Q : Have you joined any kind of marathon before?

No this is my first time joining.

Q : Have you started your taining?

I’ve started my training but just some basic training. I’m not training like a pro. (laughing)

Q : Did you attend any clinics offered by Standard Chartered?

No, I did not join due to time constraint.

Q : What is your target / objective for this marathon?

If possible, I would like to win the race but it sounds impossible as I’m sure there will be lots of professionals there and this is only my first time joining. (blushing)

Q : Do you have anything to say to your competitors?

Good luck to all of you. (laughing)

Siti Nor Khuda

The next person is also attached to the Marketing Direct 1 department and she is Siti Nor Khuda and will be participating in the 10km race. Her vision in life is “To be successful in my own terms and not by other’s standards”.



Q : Have you joined any kind of marathon before?

I’m not sure it’s considered a run but I did join the Malaysian Insurance Institute (MII) walk last year.

Q : Have you started your training?

Yes I’m actually jogging around Tasik Permaisuri.

Q : Did you attend any clinics offered by Standard Chartered?

I wanted so much to join the 3rd clinic where our own staff (Mr Edwin Cheah) was actually there to give a talk but couldn’t find the time to do so. (looking sad)

Q : What is your target / objective for this marathon?

I hope I can finish the race within 2 hours or maybe just in time to collect my Snack Pack. (laughing)

Q : Are you excited about the race?

Of course I am. There is this page in Facebook that people commented about this marathon. Some give professional advice, some tell about their excitement and some are nervous about the race.

It’s really fun to communicate with people who are actually joining the same race as you are. Everyone should go check it out.

Q : Do you have anything to say to your competitors?

I’ll see you at the finishing line. (giggling)

Thomas Tan

Next is Mr Thomas Tan who is the Assistant Vice President for KL Agency where he will be joining the 10km race. His vision in life is “To be healthy till his dying days”.



Q : Have you joined any kind of marathon before?

Yes I have. I joined the Malay Mail Walk and one run organized by Pacesetter before this.

Q : Have you started your taining?

No. I actually wanted to do my training but I have an ankle injury which is quite severe and the doctor ask me not to put too much pressure on my leg and rest.

Since you have an injury, how are you going to join the marathon?

Well, I can just hope that I will be ok by then. If not, then I will just walk till the end.
I will never give up just because of my ankle injury.

Q : Did you attend any clinics offered by Standard Chartered?

No I did not join.

Q : What is your target / objective for this marathon?

I did not set any target for myself. I’m just going to go there and enjoy the fun.

Q : Are you excited about the race?

Yes of course. My wish was to join a marathon and complete it.
So, now I am actually in a marathon but due to my injury, I will still finish the walk and enjoy.

Sangeeta

From Business Excellence department, we have Ms Sangeeta Devi. She will be joining the 10 km race. Her vision in life is “To have a successful career & at the same time have a good family”. In short, she wants to have a balance in both her career and personal life.



Q : Have you joined any kind of marathon before?

No I’ve never joined any marathon before this. But during school days, I was an athlete for short distance run and I also represented my college for Masum (Majlis Sukan Universiti Malaysia) for hockey but I’m no longer involved in the athletic games.

Q : Why did you stopped?

Well, since I started working I couldn’t find players to play together and also the time constraint. But in Jan 2009, I started going to the gym and yoga but I stopped in March. (laughing)

Q : Have you started your taining?

I go for futsal every weekend and it’s a mixture of guys and girls during the game.
Not an all girls team. (laughing) and I hope to start on my real training soon.

Q : Did you attend any clinics offered by Standard Chartered?

No. I signed up for the 1st clinic but didn’t manage to go as I had an emergency.

Q : What is your target / objective for this marathon?

My target is just to finish the race.

Q : Are you excited about the race?

Yes of course. I’m really looking forward to it.

Q : Do you have anything to say to your competitors?

We will do our best together.

Chia Cheui Foong

Next, on our list is Ms Chia Cheui Foong. She is joining the Half Marathon and attached to Personal Lines Underwriting. Her vision in life is “To finish this race within the time limit”.



Q : Have you joined any kind of marathon before?

Hmph, I’m not sure Orange Run is considered as a marathon but I did join the race before for 10 – 13 km run. (laughing)

Q : Have you started your taining?

Yes I have started my training since I registered. I run 3 – 4 times a week. Although I’m going for a holiday 1 and a half weeks before the race but I will still train during my holiday. I’m planning to bring my running gear as well. (look spirited)

Q : How do you find your training so far?

My training is going well as planned. But I suffered lots of injuries during my training.

Q : Did you attend any clinics offered by Standard Chartered?

Yes I attended the 2nd clinic which is the “Injuries” clinic and I find it very good as I was able to get a lot of information from them. I will share some tips I got from the clinic with you and those that didn’t get to attend. The doctor from Gleneagles advise to take care of your diet 3 – 4 days before the race day and also make sure drink more water when you’re running on the day. And don’t forget to put Vaseline (grease) for the race day.

Q : What is your target / objective for this marathon?

My target is to finish the race within 3 hours.

Q : Are you excited about the race?

Yes of course. This is the first time I’m joining the Half Marathon (21 km) and I have to be there early on that day. (laughing)

Q : Do you have anything to say to your competitors?

Don’t neglect your training and work hard.

Johnson Kong

Next, we will present to you, Mr Johnson Kong. He is attached to Motor Corporate Dealers 2. His vision in life is “To be healthy always” and he is joining the 10km race.



Q : Have you joined any kind of marathon before?

Yes I joined the Malaysian Insurance Institute (MII) race last year.

Q : Have you started your taining?

Yes. I am used to jogging every Tuesday & Thursday after work even before I signed up for this marathon. I normally jog from office to KLCC and then turn back before I head home.

Q : Did you attend any clinics offered by Standard Chartered?

No. I was fully occupied on weekends. I just couldn’t find time to slot the clinic into my schedule.

Q : What is your target / objective for this marathon?

As long as I can finish the race would be good enough for me. I wouldn’t set any time target for this race.

Q : Do you have anything to say to your competitors?

Good Luck to all of you that are running. May the best men win. (laughing).
And also I hope that more MSIG people will have good results in this race.

Shirly Yip

Next, we will present to you, Ms Shirly Yip. She is the Manager for KL Agency. Her vision in life is “Hoping that her children would grow up with good life ahead of them”. Ms Yip is joining the 10km race.




Q : Have you joined any kind of marathon before?

Yes I have. Last year I joined the Citibank race, the ING race, the Malaysian Insurance Institute (MII) race and also the race that was organized by Pacesetter. For all the race, I either participate in the 5 km or 10 km.

Q : Have you started your taining?

I have actually started a bit but due to my knee injury, I have to stop my training and rest my knee.

Q : Since you had a knee injury, would you still be participating for the marathon?

Yes I will. Even if I can’t run, I will still participate but I will walk instead of running.
To me, if can’t finish doesn’t matter, it’s the spirit that counts. (laughing)

Q : Did you attend any clinics offered by Standard Chartered?

Yes, I attended the 2nd clinic which was very good as I was able to get a lot of information, tips and advise from them.

Q : What is your target / objective for this marathon?

Definitely aiming not to be the last…if possible, be the first 100 to finish – that would be good enough. (giggling)

Heng Yee Yu

Next, we will present to you Ms Heng Yee Yu. Yee Yu is attached to MSIG Bancassurance Department. She will be joining the 10km race and her vision in life is “To have a good family and career and she wish to marry a rich man”.

Q : Is this your first marathon - have you joined any before?

No. But I’ve joined a jog-a-thon before during my school days.

Q : Would you train for the Marathon?

Yes I will as I have always gone for jogging on weekends.
But recently, more to jungle trekking but will go back to jogging soon to brush myself up.

Q : Do you plan to train alone or in a group? If group, who will you train with?

I have always gone jogging with my sister so most probably this time will be the same as well.
Q : Do you usually exercise / do gym or any sports?

I jog, I jungle trek and also hike.
I’m more of an outdoor person. (giggling)

Q : What is your target / objective for this marathon?

My target would be finishing this race before I faint. (laughing)

Q : Do you have anything to say to those who have not signed up?

Come and join us and have fun together!!!

Ho Wai Yin

Ok.. Next – the first guy that we’re going to present to you is Mr Ho Wai Yin who is currently attached to Broking 1 department. He will be participating in the 10km race. His goal in life is “Try to do his best in everything”.

Q : Have you joined any kind of Marathon before?
Yes I have actually. I joined the Hong Leong Foundation few years back.. I think around 4-5 years back. I participated in the 10km run.

Q : Would you train for the Marathon?
No. It’s only 10km (grinning forehead)

Q : Do you usually exercise / do gym or any sports?
I play badminton once a week without fail.

Q : Do you have anything to say to those who have not signed up?
Do it for the fun…

Q : Do you have anything to say to your competitors?
Catch me if you can!!!! (Challenging look)

Standard Chartered 1st Clinic 2009

Recently, Standard Chartered organized it's first ever clinic and it was a huge success as many enthusiasts signed up for the clinic.

The clinic, called was held on 19th April 2009 at Lake Gardens and conducted by Elite runner and coach, Mark Williams who is well known in the running community as he gave some useful tips on health and training.

Mark William sharing some tips with the runners that showed up for the clinic

Runners get themselves warm up before the training begins

More warm up instructed by Mark William

Jaymee Seow

We are proud to present you Ms Jaymee Seow from MSIG Bancassurance. She will be joining the 10km race and her vision in life is “To be more involved in other financial institution accounts”.



Q : Is this your first marathon - have you joined any before?

Actually this is my first time joining a marathon. Since MSIG is the Gold sponsor for this marathon, so I thought it would be a great opportunity for me.


Q : Would you train for the Marathon?

Yes of course.


Q : Do you plan to train alone or in a group? If group, who will you train with?

Well, I plan to train with my friends on weekends. It wouldn’t be a hardcore training but more of an exercise to prepare myself for the race. Since I will only have my training on weekends, I will be able to balance my work & personal life.


Q : Do you usually exercise / do gym or any sports?

I used to go swimming quite often. Nowadays, I will only go for swimming once a week or sometimes once in 2 weeks.


Q : Do you undergo any special diet? Do you take supplements / vitamins to enhance your stamina or etc?

Yes I do actually. I’m currently taking some vitamins. My motto is never wait till it’s too late and it is better to prevent than cure. (laughing)


Q : Do you have anything to say to those who have not signed up?

This is a golden opportunity as SCB has never held a marathon here in KL before. Moreover, MSIG is one of the sponsors. Support MSIG and go sign up.

Ng Lee Keng

Our next contestant is............... (drum roll) – Ms Ng Lee Keng. Lee Keng is from MSIG Bancassurance department and she will be participating in the 10km race. Her vision is “To retire from the corporate world at the age of 50”.



Q : Have you joined any kind of Marathon before?

No this is my 1st marathon. I participated in the SCB KL Marathon 2009 to challenge myself – to see if I'm able to run within the specified time. (laughing)


Q : Would you train for the Marathon?

Yes but I have not started the training.


Q : You have less than 3 months - any plans on when do you intend to start the training?

I will begin my training as and when I am free, no specific start date.


Q : Sometimes it is easier to train in pair or group. Do you plan to train with the rest of the 13 MSIG staff?

It would be great if can train in a group.


Q : Where would you train?

Most probably around my housing area.


Q : How much time would you allocate for your training and how would you organize your time between training, work and personal life?

Well, training/jogging/exercise shouldn't be just for the marathon competition. One should always exercise i.e. jog as it helps in personal health. . To me, exercising shouldn’t just be done for the sake of marathon or any other competitions. It should be done regularly and it makes up part of my personal life. (looking serious)

Q : What is your target / objective for this marathon?

I would try my best to complete the marathon as this is my first time participating (laughing)


Q : Do you have anything to say to your competitors?

We will do our best together. (giggles)

Emily Lim

We are proud to introduce you one of our 14 “early birds” – Ms Emily Lim. Emily is attached to MSIG Bancassurance & Marketing Department. She will be joining the 10km race and her vision in life is “To be successful in career and family”.



Q : Is this your first marathon - have you joined any before?

This is not my first marathon. I participated in the Milo Run 11 years ago. However, during the Milo Run I joined the 8km category whereas this time I will be participating in the 10km category.


Q : What drive you to join the SCB KL Marathon 2009?

The purpose of me joining this marathon is for my own health and also to maintain my stamina. In my opinion, if a person participates in the marathon, then only they will train in order to achieve the objective. It's like a motivation that push them to do something.


Q : What is your target?

I am determined to complete the 10km race and if possible I would like to beat the time specified for the race. However, I will not push myself too hard – if I am exhausted and know that I won’t be able to complete the full race, I will stop. I certainly don’t want to be featured on tomorrow headline as “The girl who fainted during SCB KL Marathon”. (laughing)


Q : Would you train for the Marathon?

Yes of course.


Q : Do you plan to train alone or in a group? If group, who will you train with?

As I don’t drive to work, it might be difficult for me to train with my fellow colleagues in a group on workdays. I might have difficulty looking for transport home after the training. Therefore, I think I will only be training on weekends with my family.


Q : How much time would you allocate for your training and how would you organize your time between training, work and personal life?

Usually, I would go jogging with my family on Sunday. Hmmm…come to think about it, I've started training long before I knew about SCB KL Marathon 09. (laughing)

Since I will only train on weekends, balancing training, work and personal life will not be a problem. I don’t think I will be having any training on weekdays – absolutely no. (giggles)


Q : Where do you plan to have your training ?

I usually jog at Bukit Jalil (near TPM). So, there will be my training ground.


Q : Do you undergo any special diet? Do you take supplements / vitamins to enhance your stamina or etc?

Yes, I take supplements everyday – with or without Marathon. But I wouldn't go through any special diet. It wouldn't be necessary right? (giggles)


Q : Do you have anything to say to those who have not signed up?

Don’t miss out on this golden opportunity; take up the challenges and who knows you might be in the top 10.


Q : Do you have anything to say to your competitors?

I'll see you in top 10.

Routes for the marathon

Full Marathon route





Half Marathon route



10km route



5km route

Bringing you the faces of the first 14 runners that signed up for the Standard Chartered (SCB) KL Marathon.

14 of the MSIG staffs were the first few early birds that officially registered for the Marathon on 13 March 2009 at Illy Cafe in Pavilion. These runners filled with running spirits had overcome the rain that was pouring at the day of registration just to be part of the marathon. Their registration of RM50 was sponsored by MSIG Malaysia and they are:

1. Chia Cheui Foong
2. Emily Lim Cheow Ying
3. Kong Sew Ha
4. Ho Wai Yin
5. Siti Nor Khuda Bt Khamis
6. Thomas Tan Shang Jen
7. Yap Chee Wei
8. Shirly Yip Miew Kwan
9. Johnson Kong
10. Sangeeta Devi
11. Nor Roziana
12. Heng Yee Yu
13. Ng Lee Keng
14. Jaymee Seow

Runners filling up form for the Marathon

Runners having fun while filling up the registration form

Runners being interviewed on the day of the registration.

Don't our staffs look just like celebrities? (We now present to you....... Mr & Miss MSIG 2009)

We heard rumours that the interview will be uploaded in YouTube or somewhere else. Why not try and search online and you might be suprised to see our runners are featured online. Orwhy not just follow this blog as we will be featuring each and every one of this runners. So stay tuned for more news on them.

GOOD NEWS!!!

Good news!!! Standard Chartered's marathon has finally reached Kuala Lumpur after having organizing it in Singapore and Hong Kong with success.

It will be happening on the 28th June 2009 at Dataran Merdeka. Registration is now open so what are you waiting for?? Sign up now!! Log on to http://www.kl-marathon.com/ for more details on the marathon.