Removing The Singha Belly : Running/Jogging

[Yaroon]

It is time to get back in shape a bit. I don't feel like going to a gym as i don't care if i become some muscular stud. Don't like threatmills mills either (don't even know how to spell it ) Just running outside is easier and on top of that, its free,

Im living in Phuket town, not really the ideal place to run around. I've been thinking to drive to the nearest beach ( i guess Patong ) and just run up and down over there. Problem is that the beach could be packed with people when the weather is nice and dodging people all the times doesn't really contribute to a peaceful run.

What options are there when living in Phuket Town? Which places have a minimum of people most time of the day and are fairly near? Perhaps some experienced joggers can advice me some nice quiet area

[hkt83100]

Try Phuket Town Park, also called Rama 9 Park. Nice quiet area. Park your vehicle at 7°52'33.00"N,98°22'44.32"E

[Paangjang]

Saphan hinn is nice and peaceful. Big flat area, easy to park.

[petercallen]

The park with the TV antennas at the top of the hill near the prison

[Felt 35]

Bang Wad Dam, Kathu.

[zorro1]

"I don't feel like going to a gym as i don't care if i become some muscular stud"

your right! chances of this happening are zero unless you work like a dog 4 hours a day for the next 3 years

what about swimming? just a thought..

[Peterocket]

The park with the TV antennas at the top of the hill near the prison

Cycling or running up Radar hill is certainly a workout. Then there is a free gym at the top...

Actually even walking is a workout...couple of places to stop for beer on the way up too.

[katabeachbum]

all beaches have joggers 7am

In addition to the parks in town, the road from the Court to the monkey hill is very popular.

Kata Beach sidewalk daytime, no vendors blocking it, and shaded by trees after noon

[grumpyoldman]

Come to Nai Harn Beach and jog around the lagoon. Really nice setting, tons of parking at the wat there.

Side benefits: Yesterday as a car went by, had a lady hanging out the window waving a piece of paper at me from the backseat yelling "here is my phone number" !!!

[Kernow86]

Come to Nai Harn Beach and jog around the lagoon. Really nice setting, tons of parking at the wat there.

Side benefits: Yesterday as a car went by, had a lady hanging out the window waving a piece of paper at me from the backseat yelling "here is my phone number" !!!

Congratulations! That must have got your heart going

[NamKangMan]

Pay more bar fines. That should get you fitter and is the most pleasurable workout you can do. :) :)

[grumpyoldman]

Stanford University study on the benefits of running and the fallacy regarding knee damage.

Quite the opposite, the study reveals that running helps regenerate knee cells...............

http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?section=news/health&id=6321043

Everybody, go for a run !!!

[Felt 35]

Moderators what about a “pinned topic” about where to run in Phuket, parks, beaches, roads, trails and tracks? Not to forget info about fun runs, mini marathons etc,.

[LivinginKata]

Moderators what about a “pinned topic” about where to run in Phuket, parks, beaches, roads, trails and tracks? Not to forget info about fun runs, mini marathons etc,.

Already a pinned events topic. We try to keep pinned topics to a minimum to save them taking over all the first page.

[gabthai]

Go to rang hill view can jog on the road or do the exercice park there...not bad never have people...just 1 or 2 old guy sometime and its good because never hot there

[pagallim]

Probably the best all round walking/jogging venue is Kathu Reservoir next to Phuket Country Club. The road (a lane really) that goes around the reservoir is just over 5 kms, virtually no traffic there at all other than other people exercising, well shaded, and some good views.

For something a little more taxing, there's a couple of circuits you could do on Cape Panwa where traffic is very light.

Cycling is great exercise, and you keep cooler than when running (though you need good sun protection) so maybe invest in one?

Edited October 13, 2011 by pagallim

[Felt 35]

Child - Watch Phuket arrange a fun run in Kathu Phuket, Sunday 20. Novermber 06.00

3.5K and 12K.

For more info call 076- 276396, 081-7195690,076-322174

[marty147]

The path that circles the Kathu Cable Ski is exactly 1000m so ideal to pace your runs and gauge any improvement.

They also have a small bar to rehydrate. It's best to go in the late afternoon once the sun begins to fall.

For entertainment, you can watch the skiers falling off and trying to look cool.

[Felt 35]

The path that circles the Kathu Cable Ski is exactly 1000m so ideal to pace your runs and gauge any improvement.

They also have a small bar to rehydrate. It's best to go in the late afternoon once the sun begins to fall.

For entertainment, you can watch the skiers falling off and trying to look cool.

What kind of surface is it on that path?

Thanks.

[marty147]

What kind of surface is it on that path?

Thanks.

It's a concrete road, about 8m wide.

Completely level all of the way around, no hills nor gradient.

[jocko]

To all you keep fit experts if you dont fancy running what single piece of equipment would you buy to keep reasonable fit i dont have much space to put anything advice welcome

[llp]

Diet plays a huge role in "getting back into shape". With the right diet, lots of walking and very short weekly sprints will be a lot more effective. Also, the Singha belly can be removed by limiting Singha beer, and substituting with Leo or Tiger :-)

[Felt 35]

To all you keep fit experts if you dont fancy running what single piece of equipment would you buy to keep reasonable fit i dont have much space to put anything advice welcome

Swim briefs / jumping rope / stationary bike / rowing machine etc, if the goal also is too loose some weight quickly there are three tips that apply. Be patient, eat breakfast every day and many small meals throughout the day. Secondly, eat a little, protein rich meal before bedtime, like a shrimp or chicken salad, which will make your metabolism process going. Finally, go for a walk, swim or jog in the morning before breakfast, 30-45 minutes. After 2-3 weeks you will notice that it does something with your body.

[Felt 35]

For they of us who forgot the closing day of entries to the Ironman 70.3 Asia Pacific there are coming up a fun run on Sunday 4. December at Rajabhat University. Registration and more info from a tent set up outside the school on Saturday 3. December.

Enjoy!

[Felt 35]

Kathu Mini Marathon 3/5/11Km Sunday 11. December 2011 0600am.

More info Tessaban Kathu 076321073 /0850697344