{"id":17065,"date":"2021-10-22T10:19:54","date_gmt":"2021-10-22T02:19:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hometeamns.sg\/frontline\/?p=17065"},"modified":"2021-10-29T12:00:53","modified_gmt":"2021-10-29T04:00:53","slug":"from-pain-to-passion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hometeamns.sg\/frontline\/from-pain-to-passion\/","title":{"rendered":"From pain to passion"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Putting off that run yet again? Serial marathoner and passionate cyclist WO(2) Bennett Koong has some simple advice for you.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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TEXT: ROY SIM
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\u201cJust do it\u201d isn\u2019t just the tagline of Nike. It\u2019s also the mantra that got WO(2) Bennett Koong, 36, into the habit of running, which he picked up a few years ago. \u201cI was inspired by my sister. She\u2019s two years younger than me but quite a hardcore runner. Sometimes, she goes for a run even before the family wakes up and only returns when we\u2019re in the middle of breakfast.\u201d<\/p>

WO(2) Koong wanted to join her but often found himself feeling lazy or lethargic. He admits: \u201cLet\u2019s be honest, it\u2019s comfortable to sleep in and not exercise.\u201d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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WO(2) Koong (middle, behind red Power Ranger) participated in the 2011 Standard Chartered Marathon with his colleagues.<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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But his sister\u2019s determination to keep fit rubbed off on him and soon, he too was pounding the pavement at Bedok Reservoir.<\/p>

He started with weekly 5 km runs before progressing to 10 km, 15 km and eventually finishing half-marathons (21 km) and then full marathons (42 km). \u201cYou just need to get over the inertia and start,\u201d he advises. \u201cOnce it becomes a routine, it\u2019s more likely to stick.\u201d<\/p>

It also helps to find out what motivates you to exercise. WO(2) Koong, who works as a retail manager, shares that each run is a chance to reset his mind and clear his head. \u201cThat\u2019s why I don\u2019t bring my phone or listen to music. Instead, I use my runs as a time to reflect on the day\u2019s events,\u201d he says.<\/p>

Keeping fit also helps him in his NS role as the CSM of the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)\u2019s 105C MRTSC. Here, he ensures his division\u2019s operations and in-camp trainings run smoothly. \u201cI encourage my unit mates to run as well. They could see a difference in their stamina and were motivated to run even more. It\u2019s the same satisfaction I got during my full-time NS, helping obese recruits pass their IPPT.\u201d The key, he stresses, is consistency. \u201cBit by bit, you will get fitter and stronger.\u201d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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NEW PURSUITS<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What started as a weekly way of keeping fit quickly turned into a passion. \u201cI became addicted to running and would progressively increase my distance. Then I started heading overseas for marathons, going to places like Hong Kong and Putrajaya, Malaysia.\u201d<\/p>

The experience of marathoning in the Special Administrative Region is one of WO(2) Koong\u2019s favourites, as he recalls the entire city coming out in support of the runners. \u201cIt was the longest water stop I\u2019ve ever seen,\u201d he says, adding that it stretched for about 200m.<\/p>

WO(2) Koong\u2019s passion for running hasn\u2019t gone unnoticed: earlier this year, he was invited to join the REAL\u00ae Run Committee. In this role, he works with a team of like-minded NSMen to create and run a fun and fulfilling REAL\u00ae Run 2021. The 25th edition is ongoing and will end on Nov 9. \u201cIt\u2019s an iconic event and I\u2019m glad to be able to contribute ideas to keep it fresh,\u201d he says.<\/p>

For example, this year\u2019s edition features two new categories \u2014 the competitive Leaderboard run encourages people to clock a 5 km run on Sentosa, while the \u201csole-mate\u201d run focuses on a non-competitive 5km run at Gardens by the Bay. Participants could complete both runs at their own pace, which help motivate runners to finish the 25 km REAL\u00ae Run, which is once again held virtually because of COVID-19.<\/p>

This principle of keeping things fresh also applies to WO(2) Koong\u2019s workout regimen. The avid runner has now turned his attention to cycling, which he picked up during last year\u2019s circuit breaker period. Although he used to ride alone, he now does it with friends, making trips to East Coast Park and Changi Village. \u201cIt\u2019s more fun when you have someone to talk to,\u201d he reflects. \u201cMore of my friends have picked up cycling since the pandemic started. It\u2019s true what they say: \u2018COVID-19 has encouraged exercise\u2019.\u201d<\/p>

Sailing has also been thrown to the mix, although WO(2) Koong is quick to add that can\u2019t be enjoyed as spontaneously as running or cycling. \u201cIt\u2019s fun, but I can only sail when I have carefully planned my schedule.\u201d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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There has been much online chatter<\/a> about 2.4 km timings lately. Although WO(2) Koong clocks in at a modest 12 minutes, he is comfortable with the pace. \u201cDon\u2019t be too bothered about how fast other people are running. Go at your own pace and work on improving that,\u201d he suggests.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Putting off that run yet again? Serial marathoner and passionate cyclist WO(2) Bennett Koong has some simple advice for you. TEXT: ROY SIMPHOTOS: BENNETT KOONG \u201cJust do it\u201d isn\u2019t just the tagline of Nike. It\u2019s also the mantra that got WO(2) Bennett Koong, 36, into the habit of running, which he picked up a few years ago. \u201cI was inspired by my sister. She\u2019s two years younger than me but quite a hardcore runner. Sometimes, she goes for a run even before the family wakes up and only returns when we\u2019re in the middle of breakfast.\u201d WO(2) Koong wanted to join her but often found himself feeling lazy or lethargic. He admits: \u201cLet\u2019s be honest, it\u2019s comfortable to sleep in and not exercise.\u201d OFF THE COUCH AND ON THE RUN WO(2) Koong (middle, behind red Power Ranger) participated in the 2011 Standard Chartered Marathon with his colleagues. But his sister\u2019s determination to keep fit rubbed off on him and soon, he too was pounding the pavement at Bedok Reservoir. He started with weekly 5 km runs before progressing to 10 km, 15 km and eventually finishing half-marathons (21 km) and then full marathons (42 km). \u201cYou just need to get over the inertia and start,\u201d he advises. \u201cOnce it becomes a routine, it\u2019s more likely to stick.\u201d It also helps to find out what motivates you to exercise. WO(2) Koong, who works as a retail manager, shares that each run is a chance to reset his mind and clear his head. \u201cThat\u2019s why I don\u2019t bring my phone or listen to music. Instead, I use my runs as a time to reflect on the day\u2019s events,\u201d he says. Keeping fit also helps him in his NS role as the CSM of the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)\u2019s 105C MRTSC. Here, he ensures his division\u2019s operations and in-camp trainings run smoothly. \u201cI encourage my unit mates to run as well. They could see a difference in their stamina and were motivated to run even more. It\u2019s the same satisfaction I got during my full-time NS, helping obese recruits pass their IPPT.\u201d The key, he stresses, is consistency. \u201cBit by bit, you will get fitter and stronger.\u201d NEW PURSUITS What started as a weekly way of keeping fit quickly turned into a passion. \u201cI became addicted to running and would progressively increase my distance. Then I started heading overseas for marathons, going to places like Hong Kong and Putrajaya, Malaysia.\u201d The experience of marathoning in the Special Administrative Region is one of WO(2) Koong\u2019s favourites, as he recalls the entire city coming out in support of the runners. \u201cIt was the longest water stop I\u2019ve ever seen,\u201d he says, adding that it stretched for about 200m. WO(2) Koong\u2019s passion for running hasn\u2019t gone unnoticed: earlier this year, he was invited to join the REAL\u00ae Run Committee. In this role, he works with a team of like-minded NSMen to create and run a fun and fulfilling REAL\u00ae Run 2021. The 25th edition is ongoing and will end on Nov 9. \u201cIt\u2019s an iconic event and I\u2019m glad to be able to contribute ideas to keep it fresh,\u201d he says. For example, this year\u2019s edition features two new categories \u2014 the competitive Leaderboard run encourages people to clock a 5 km run on Sentosa, while the \u201csole-mate\u201d run focuses on a non-competitive 5km run at Gardens by the Bay. Participants could complete both runs at their own pace, which help motivate runners to finish the 25 km REAL\u00ae Run, which is once again held virtually because of COVID-19. This principle of keeping things fresh also applies to WO(2) Koong\u2019s workout regimen. The avid runner has now turned his attention to cycling, which he picked up during last year\u2019s circuit breaker period. Although he used to ride alone, he now does it with friends, making trips to East Coast Park and Changi Village. \u201cIt\u2019s more fun when you have someone to talk to,\u201d he reflects. \u201cMore of my friends have picked up cycling since the pandemic started. It\u2019s true what they say: \u2018COVID-19 has encouraged exercise\u2019.\u201d Sailing has also been thrown to the mix, although WO(2) Koong is quick to add that can\u2019t be enjoyed as spontaneously as running or cycling. \u201cIt\u2019s fun, but I can only sail when I have carefully planned my schedule.\u201d GO AT YOUR OWN PACE There has been much online chatter about 2.4 km timings lately. Although WO(2) Koong clocks in at a modest 12 minutes, he is comfortable with the pace. \u201cDon\u2019t be too bothered about how fast other people are running. 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