With the rainy season approaching, you might not be able to get as many outdoor runs as you might like. But don’t let that put a damper on your spirits! Wear this rocking outfit and hit the gym instead!

As many runners know, training in the same places all the time can become boring, too repetitive and hence, less enjoyable. With a large number of islands all across Southeast Asia near Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia, there is never a shortage of locations to visit that make for excellent running vacations. No matter if you are a speedy 5km racer or a steadfast marathoner, these 10 islands in Southeast Asia are suitable for fulfilling running experiences.

Apart from our modern cityscape, Singapore also has a green side to it, teeming with natural wildlife. These nature reserves are free for you to explore, so grab your gear and explore some of Singapore’s nature reserve trails!

The first Sunday of December heralded the biggest running event of the year – the Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2014! This was my sixth consecutive year participating in Standard Chartered Marathon ever since it marked my first full marathon in 2009. As usual, I had trouble falling asleep the prior night due to the pre-race jitters and yet, immense anticipation to lace up my running shoes.

GU Gels are the most convenient means I’ve found to power up during a run. Each GU Gel is packed with 100 calories and comes in a packet that is easily ripped open and consumed in action. The company recommends two to three packets per hour in the midst of whatever your activity.

If you ended up with a pair of running shoes that simply does not suit you or you no longer need, you can get rid of them with a clear conscience by donating them to the less fortunate. Perhaps your child quickly outgrew a pair of shoes and they are still in very good condition. It may simply be that the color of your shoes does not suit your mood of late. Whatever the reason, by donating them, you have the satisfaction of knowing that you saved another human being from going barefoot. Many souls are going soleless in Asia, from Singapore to Jakarta. From the list below, find a place near you, where you can send or take your running shoes that are still in fairly good condition.