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5 fitness competitions to take part in 2023  

The race is on

By Shazrina Shamsudin - 

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The pandemic has taught us many valuable lessons while we were on lockdown. Some of these include prioritising our mental health, adapting to new working environments, and the list goes on. But if there’s one change that we noticed after the lockdown, it’s that more of us are focused on improving our physical health, especially to combat the negative effects of a sedentary lifestyle. 

Many started running as a hobby, while others took on different fitness challenges to add some spice to their routine. With more time on their hands, people have chosen to dedicate themselves to fitness-related goals such as improving strength, and endurance, or achieving weight loss targets. And by setting and working towards these goals, it provides a sense of purpose, motivation, and accomplishment during challenging times.

While we have shifted into a post-pandemic world, there are still many who are sticking to their active lifestyles. And if a new challenge is what you’re looking for this year, then we’ve got you covered. From the iconic Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon to the highly anticipated Under Armour Combine competition, there are loads of events that you can take part in this year to push yourself beyond your limits.

Under Armour Combine 2023

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Under Armour Combine is back this year and it is said to be bigger and better than ever. Held at Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre, the fitness competition will be happening on October 21, and will see a total of eight physical and mental tests, devised by Under Armour‘s Global Head of Athlete Performance, Michael Watts, with each test challenging the athlete’s agility, stamina, vertical, power, endurance, strength, speed, and cognition.

Some of the tests you can expect to compete in include an Agility Star Drill, Pull-up Beep Test, Vertical Jump Test, 20m Sled Push, 20m Beep Test, 3RM Bench Press, 40 Yard Dash, and a Reactive Intelligence Wall.

Date: 21 October 2023
Venue: Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre

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Spartan Sprint

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It’s time to get whipped up into shape for the upcoming Sentosa Sprint happening this August. The perfect race for beginners, the Spartan Race will comprise a 5KM run followed by 20 unique obstacles for you to challenge yourself with, including a rope climb, Hercules hoist, monkey bars, dunk wall and more.

Upon completion of the race, you will also be rewarded with a finisher medal, finisher tee and a trifecta wedge, for you to flaunt after the exhilarating race.

Date: 19 August 2023
Venue: Palawan Green, Sentosa, Siloso Beach Walk

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Lazada Run

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Lazada Run is the first Southeast Asia-wide run organised by an e-commerce platform that kicked off in Vietnam, making its way to Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, and will be concluding in Singapore. Flagging off at Marina Barrage, the inaugural regional run by Lazada will be having its run on 23 July 2023 where you can look forward to races ranging from 5KM to 21KM, as well as its first-ever 650m Kids Dash for children between 5-12 years.

Date: 23 July 2023
Venue: Marina Barrage

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Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon

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Otherwise known as the biggest race in Singapore, the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon will be making its return this year on the 1 to 3 December. Known as the annual international marathon race – which is held on the first Sunday of December in the city of Singapore – here, you can opt for the full marathon, half marathon, 10KM, 5KM and Kids’ Dash.

Date: 1 to 3 December 2023
Venue: F1 Pit Building, 1 Republic Blvd, Singapore 038975

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OSIM Sundown Marathon Singapore 2023

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Known as Singapore’s first official night marathon, the Sundown Marathon has grown from 6000+ participants in the inaugural race in 2008 to a total of 25,000 participants across all four categories, making it Asia’s largest night marathon. As part of the competition, you can opt to go for a casual 5KM Fun Run, or ramp things up by opting for the full 42KM marathon. Think you have what it takes to run through the night?

Date: 20 to 21 May 2023
Venue: F1 Pit Building, 1 Republic Blvd, Singapore 038975

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