Marathon: Generating positive energy

It's never too late to start.

Nguyen Nam Trung joined the Binh Phuoc Runners Club just over 7 months ago. Despite the short time compared to other members, marathon running has become a passion and a way for him to maintain his health. On weekends, he starts with shorter distances, then increases his pace, and to date, he has conquered many different distances.

Nguyen Nam Trung, a member of the Binh Phuoc Runners Club (far left), warms up in preparation for a training session with other members - Photo: Truong Hien

Trung shared: “First and foremost, running helps me improve my health, and secondly, it cultivates perseverance and patience. Although I've only recently started this sport , I've noticed positive changes in myself; my health has improved, and I'm full of energy.”

Simple and suitable for all ages, marathon running has attracted many participants. Over the past year, the number of members in the Binh Phuoc Runners Club has continuously increased. Hoang Chau Giang, a club member, expressed: “Through participating in and training with the club members, my health has improved significantly. I believe that running isn't a race against others, but about learning to overcome oneself and improving every day.”

At over 5 AM, members of the Binh Phuoc Runners Club warmed up in preparation for their training session - Photo: Truong Hien

Cultivate perseverance and persistence.

According to marathon enthusiasts, each person may be drawn to running for various reasons, but whatever the reason, there will always be a new route to explore , a new distance to complete, and a new race to conquer…

Working in an office, Ms. Le Thi Ngoc Thuy has been involved in marathon running for quite some time. She came to the sport quite by chance, initially just wanting to participate for fun and to improve her health, but gradually realized that running had become her passion. Joining the Binh Phuoc Runners Club, she had the opportunity to meet many members of clubs and groups with similar interests, and made many friends. Every morning, she dedicates 30-40 minutes, and on weekends about 60-90 minutes, to running. Ms. Thuy affirms: “I find running brings many benefits, significantly improving my health and helping me conquer my limits. I usually run 3-5km, and after completing the distance, I feel refreshed and full of energy to start a new day or relieve fatigue after a stressful workday.”

Marathons attract participants of all ages. In the photo: A run by members of the Binh Phuoc Runners Club - Photo: Truong Hien.

Running is a healthy activity for both physical and mental well-being, fostering social connection and providing positive energy to participants. In fact, amateur marathon runners can be anyone – sports enthusiasts, sedentary office workers, young people, or middle-aged individuals… “Running not only helps make the body more flexible and toned, but more importantly, it helps us train and overcome our limits. The entire body is activated, motivating us to move forward and achieve victory,” says Ms. Ngo Thi Phuong Thao, a member of the Binh Phuoc Runners Club.

"The appeal of running lies in the fact that each person can cultivate perseverance and endurance and train in their own way. This coming November, the first Binh Phuoc Marathon - Truong Tuoi Group 2023 will be held in Binh Phuoc. This is a major sporting event organized in Binh Phuoc, and many club members have registered. Personally, I've registered for the 25km race and am eagerly awaiting the opportunity to test my skills in this race right in my own locality."

Mr. NGUYEN VAN TRA
Member of Binh Phuoc Runners Club

With just a pair of shoes and a set of clothes, at any time and on any route, anyone can participate in running. Its simplicity, low cost, and practical benefits have attracted many people to running. And running is a way to generate positive energy and strive towards new goals in life.

The first Binh Phuoc Marathon - Truong Tuoi Group 2023 was organized by BPTV in coordination with the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Binh Phuoc province, the People's Committee of Phuoc Long town, and the Binh Phuoc Provincial Youth Union, on November 25th and 26th in Phuoc Long town. The main sponsor of the race was Truong Tuoi Group Joint Stock Company.
The event brings together Vietnam's top marathon and halfmarathon athletes and leading champions of the Vietnamese running movement. "Marathon King" Hoang Nguyen Thanh, along with athlete Hoang Thi Ngoc Hoa and Miss Peace Vietnam 2022 Doan Thien An, have been chosen as ambassadors for the event.
The race includes distances of 5km, 10km, 25km, and 42.195km. The prize structure is attractive and divided into two categories: professional and amateur, for the 25km and 42km distances.
Register for the race here: https://timve365.vn/events/binh-phuoc-marathon

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