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| Before run, let's take a group photo first shall we? Credits to Max Lim from Runwitme for this pic =D |
Hello there fellow readers, allow me to quote some of the info from The Bursa Bull Charge 2016 official website itself, "After
its second successful run in 2015 the Bursa Bull Charge is back and
charged up to renew its claim as the best capital market run in
Malaysia.
Last
year more than 1,800 runners charged through the streets of Kuala
Lumpur and raised a total of RM1.8 Million for charities whose causes
include economic sustainability among disadvantaged communities, support
for entrepreneurs and the improvement of financial literacy.
This
year the Bursa Bull Charge will flood the streets with even more
runners, more die-hard supporters, more colour, more energy and more
positive rivalry as the marketplace comes together to run for others in
the name of fostering a sustainable and inclusive marketplace. The
run will follow Kuala Lumpur’s Capital Market Trail, a route through the
Central Business District that passes the headquarters of many Capital
Market players in our community, a reminder of the sustainability of our
marketplace"
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| The starting line for The Bursa Bull Charge 2016 - the iconic Bull & Bear statue... |
Not so recently I
had the opportunity to join the 5km route review for the Bursa Bull
Charge with other Bursa Malaysia staffs and several other well known bloggers. I was so excited because I never run this part of Kuala Lumpur yet.
Thank you so much to the organizer for the invite.
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| Official apparel for the event - Thanks to Brooks Running Malaysia - Love the dark green colour! |
Besides
than 5KM Corporate and Future Leaders Challenge, there are also 1.5KM
CEO and 2.5KM Corporate and Future Leaders Challenge Relay category.
Each category has a different route.
I was not really feeling well on that Saturday morning, 27 August. A bit runny nose and sore throat but I still can run and walk hehee... Dragged myself out of bed and voila! Arrived there a bit late around 7.10 am and I missed the group pre-run photo hohohi... Sigh...
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| The 5km route... There will be an arch at every 1 km with lots of entertainment and cheerleading squads along the way |
Since
I did not really remember the exact route, I just took a wild guess and
went with my runner instincts. Strolled along Jln Raja Chulan and off I
go towards the first km... I think I missed the first incline at the
usual route there... Yikes! My bad 
However I managed to keep up and join the rest of the group running
along Jln Raja Chulan towards Jln Sultan Ismail. There were so many
things to see along the way... Ambank Building, Wisma HLA, Affin Bank,
Wisma Genting, MIDF Tower, Wisma Dion and Wisma KFC were among the
financial institutions spotted in this route. Once we were running along
Jln Ampang you will pass by AIA Tower and it's already 3km. Another 2km
to go and I ran towards Dang Wangi LRT, Telekom Museum and took a small
lane going up the final incline to St John's Institution. Such a
historic red and white school building. Right before I knew it we were
running towards the start/finish line in front of the Bursa Malaysia...
Yayyy!
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| Jom kita makan - makan dulu.... Thank you organizer for the scrumptious breakfast! |
Once
we finished our run, we were spoiled by the organizer with a hearty
breakfast buffet. Nasi lemak ayam berempah, it's hard to say no, right?
Plus a super sinful home baked chocolate moist cake with generous amount
of caramel as the dessert. Normally i'm not a cake person but Marathon
Baker's cake is totally irresistable! Hohohi...
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| The sinful indulgence - a masterpiece by Zet Marathon Baker herself... Super Yumm! |
Right
before we went back home, we took a group picture together. Overall it
was a good route. Mostly flat with only two run able inclines just to
spice things up and served as a challenge for the speedsters. The weather was great on that Saturday morning. Overcast and pretty windy especially after the route review run. The main concern is running in the bustling city around 3pm
onwards will definitely be scorching hot! Expect some heat element
along the route, maybe it will be raining too? Just be prepared and
hydrate yourself well before, during and after run too. There will be
four Water Stations along the route, including at the venue. ORS and
isotonic drinks are important too you know. Some of the stretch will be
closed until 4.30 pm, so no worries folks!
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| Group photo with all the social media team bloggers and Ms. Zet - Thanks to Mr Ariff Syafik for the pics |
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| Wajiblah group selfie Team Marathon Baker dengan the lady boss herself. Pic Credits to Mr Ariff Syafik |
I
am so looking forward to join this run along with other participants
and #run4others, especially those who are in need. It's all for a good
cause after all. Don't forget to have fun and soak in the ambiance.
Super excited for my first 5KM fun run! Yayyyy see ya there... Let's Get
Ready To Charge! 
P/S: For more info, please feel free to visit their website http://bullcharge.
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