Some say its lonely when you do things without telling people. I agree. It's like leading a life that "no one must know about". Its like harbouring a deep secret except this isn't a bad secret. On the contrary. But i chose it this way because i don't want my intentions to be mis interpreted.
I know not many people may understand, but i'll keep doing it. until the day comes where i really can't anymore even if i wanted to.
Yours always.
r4w.
Wish.
Monday 20 May 2013
I'm doing this because.
Not because I want to be famous or well known. No one isn't helping me run this knows who I am still, and that is how it'll be forever. Those who know have been sworn to secrecy. They tell they die haha! And besides ill just deny it vehemently.
Anyway things have changed. Reasons have changed. But the reason this activity hasn't is because it still does give hope. If even one person asks for something I'd try to do it.
I don't have anything else i could give without being judged. Even when i do this sometimes people who talk to me ask if i'm just trying to seek attention. The truth is it isn't fun running with a face mask and all covered up. Its bloody hot. But im doing this because i want to.
However, ive taken comments on board and im going to consider just running and planting flags late at night. Maybe too much disguise may just make people suspicious.
Anyway for those who have supported me so far.. thank you,
and to my new special friend whos turning out to be a huge inspiration. Thank you and i still owe you that hug.
Keep wishing.
Anyway things have changed. Reasons have changed. But the reason this activity hasn't is because it still does give hope. If even one person asks for something I'd try to do it.
I don't have anything else i could give without being judged. Even when i do this sometimes people who talk to me ask if i'm just trying to seek attention. The truth is it isn't fun running with a face mask and all covered up. Its bloody hot. But im doing this because i want to.
However, ive taken comments on board and im going to consider just running and planting flags late at night. Maybe too much disguise may just make people suspicious.
Anyway for those who have supported me so far.. thank you,
and to my new special friend whos turning out to be a huge inspiration. Thank you and i still owe you that hug.
Keep wishing.
Wednesday 15 May 2013
Inspiration comes just when hopes begin to wane, and when what we do needs to be redefined. (long title i know!)
'I dedicate this post to friend. One of only 3 people who actually know my identity. Someone I've been lucky enough to have met through the course of my life and career, someone who is dedicated, delicate and kind. Someone who although I've known for just a while, i can share so much with. Thank you for making my journey that bit more meaningful, beautiful and kind'.
Sometimes inspiration comes from the most random of places, the most unexpected of people and also the most unexpected of times.
Running for a wish as you know was a pet project that came about from something deeply personal. It had taken a life of its own and experienced a few deviations along the way, and r4w has supported some very worthy causes. As far as my original aspirations go, that epic run will still happen but I will need to find another reason to do it.
On the 14th of May, my friend R sent me a message telling me to run for her friend. It has been such a long time since I got a personal 'wish request'. As I said, r4w evolved and I started doing things less personal and more on 'larger scale' so to speak. It then dawned on me that running for a wish, HAS to remain true to what it is, pure and simply put, something that people can turn to just for comfort if nothing else.
Yesterday, I ran and covered about 5.2KM. It was grueling because I had just strained my hamstrings and I am still nursing a damaged meniscus (knee ligament) from injury i sustained months ago. But i did it anyway. but i couldn't plant the flag yet. So late tonight or early morning I will plant that flag. That wish is important to her and it is to me because it was a selfless wish made with love and hope.
So R, thank you. You are special and will be in my thoughts always, because you, are teaching me and helping to understand what it is to love and what is important and must not be forgotten.
For this I thank you, and one day I hope I'd be able to do more for you.
Yours Always,
r4w
Keep Hoping. Keep Wishing.
Sometimes inspiration comes from the most random of places, the most unexpected of people and also the most unexpected of times.
Running for a wish as you know was a pet project that came about from something deeply personal. It had taken a life of its own and experienced a few deviations along the way, and r4w has supported some very worthy causes. As far as my original aspirations go, that epic run will still happen but I will need to find another reason to do it.
On the 14th of May, my friend R sent me a message telling me to run for her friend. It has been such a long time since I got a personal 'wish request'. As I said, r4w evolved and I started doing things less personal and more on 'larger scale' so to speak. It then dawned on me that running for a wish, HAS to remain true to what it is, pure and simply put, something that people can turn to just for comfort if nothing else.
Yesterday, I ran and covered about 5.2KM. It was grueling because I had just strained my hamstrings and I am still nursing a damaged meniscus (knee ligament) from injury i sustained months ago. But i did it anyway. but i couldn't plant the flag yet. So late tonight or early morning I will plant that flag. That wish is important to her and it is to me because it was a selfless wish made with love and hope.
So R, thank you. You are special and will be in my thoughts always, because you, are teaching me and helping to understand what it is to love and what is important and must not be forgotten.
For this I thank you, and one day I hope I'd be able to do more for you.
Yours Always,
r4w
Keep Hoping. Keep Wishing.
Wednesday 3 August 2011
Today's training update
Today, i ran 5km which i completed in 36 minutes and 32 seconds. Yep 12 minutes slower than my previous clock ins.
Well the fact that i am even running today should amaze anyone, especially those following me on twitter. I am in fact nursing a groin injury. The constant training has taken its toll on me, but before anyone trolls and says things like "you should know better" etc, i would like to point out that, i do know whats going on with my training and, i was expecting this injury. It just wouldn't come, thankfully it is minor and after checking with my doctor, he says it's only a strain and that i can continue training moderately.
It was slow today, but, i was running with a 12kg vest and at least 12 minutes of that 36 + minutes, i was 'walking briskly' at a speed of 3.7mph, holding 2 X 14 kg kettle bells.
My trapezius muscles are killing me now. It's absolutely caning. Anyway, ill be going to the gym today before work, and am going to do split training today. I figured, if i can't run that hard, i can still bike + be on the eliptical trainer. I hate them both, FML.
Anyway keep checking this site, updates will take place once a week or at most twice a week now. ALSO, i have news that my shoes and shades are arriving, all my "livestrong" and nike gear have already arrived, and they've been super nice and encouraging too. Will post the email soon.
And PS. if you haven't already added/followed me on twitter please do so at @runningforawish , i rant, rave and update much more often there!!
Keep wishing!
r4w
Well the fact that i am even running today should amaze anyone, especially those following me on twitter. I am in fact nursing a groin injury. The constant training has taken its toll on me, but before anyone trolls and says things like "you should know better" etc, i would like to point out that, i do know whats going on with my training and, i was expecting this injury. It just wouldn't come, thankfully it is minor and after checking with my doctor, he says it's only a strain and that i can continue training moderately.
It was slow today, but, i was running with a 12kg vest and at least 12 minutes of that 36 + minutes, i was 'walking briskly' at a speed of 3.7mph, holding 2 X 14 kg kettle bells.
My trapezius muscles are killing me now. It's absolutely caning. Anyway, ill be going to the gym today before work, and am going to do split training today. I figured, if i can't run that hard, i can still bike + be on the eliptical trainer. I hate them both, FML.
Anyway keep checking this site, updates will take place once a week or at most twice a week now. ALSO, i have news that my shoes and shades are arriving, all my "livestrong" and nike gear have already arrived, and they've been super nice and encouraging too. Will post the email soon.
And PS. if you haven't already added/followed me on twitter please do so at @runningforawish , i rant, rave and update much more often there!!
Keep wishing!
r4w
And this is why this run means something
An email exchange. I treasure these. And as much as i can i do email back.
These are published with consent.
b**k***@yahoo.com to me
Dear runningforawish,
My name is B** and im writing to you to tell you that i am v. impressed at what you
are trying to achieve I want to ask if you are still accepting wishes.
I wan to share my story with u.
I am also interested in a girl who does not seem to notice me.
We talk but she always treats me just as a friend.
I tried to tell her but she doesnt seem interested, so i am deciding to let her go.
I found your website as i follow some blogger on twitter. Anwy just wondering,
if i should let her go? I am out of hope, and maybe if u run with my wish
something might happen like miracle? I donno now. Pls let me know.
Thanks and hope ur training is ok.
ps. will u ever go out and meet pple who visit ur site and ask for wishes?
B**
runningfor awish to b**k***@yahoo.com
Dear B**,
Thank you for writing. As i mentioned in my site, i am not doing this for personal glory
The reason i run is because I have hope.
But i guess,things are different now with my support of other cause.
But thank you for your compliments!
It means a lot to me because it can get "lonely". And yes i always accept wishes.
There isn't a deadline, and i'll run for you. As for this girl, does she treat you coldly?
Ignore you or is dating another guy? If she is, back off for abit
and stay away build your life otherwise you'll end up like me
Anyway I am the WORST guy to come to for advice!
LOL*
my training is ok, baring some minor injuries.
And no, i will not meet people who visit my site.
(except under special circumstances)
(except under special circumstances)
but I will keep in email contact.
By the way is it ok if i publish this email? This is one of the first wishes
i got from a person wanting the same thing as me!
best,
r4w :)
b**k***@yahoo.com to me
Dear runningforawish,
Thanks for ur advise. I will c how it goes, and no if i was as fit as
u i will do something crazy like this too.
and sure u can publish our emails
tnx again.
B**
runningfor awish to b**k***@yahoo.com
Dear B**,
No probs. Don't do anything crazy, try flowers first.
Keep wishing !
Best
r4w
Wednesday 27 July 2011
Updates (long and arduous)
It has been a hectic 2 weeks for me, and i had some rather disheartening news about 2 weeks ago. My arch rival and enemy came back, impeccable timing i must say.
I am of course talking about asthma. I grew up with asthma, inhalers and the lot, it was never terrible or at least never got in the way because when i was younger i was never much into sport and fitness. I dare say had i been doing vigorous exercise then who knows what might have happened. Anyhow, after weeks of dealing with a wheezy dry cough (i dismissed it as a dry cough) i had had enough and decided to see the doctor. I was suffering through training, and when i explained this to the doctor he just said, well looks like you have asthma. My heart sank. 320km and asthma are a combination that doesn't sit well together, in fact much to my dismay, it would look like i was actually looking for a death wish.
Anyway, this was it. It would seem running for a wish would be postponed indefinitely or cancelled. I was told to breathe into a spirometer which basically tests your lung capacity etc, you take a deep breath and you blow into it as hard as you can, (quite similar to VO2 max testing just less sophisticated) generally normal people would have a capacity of between 400-450, asthmatic people below 400 to about 400 and athletes about 680- 750 (with ease).
On my first attempt, wheezing and all i tested to 560. Not bad m doctor said, but he believed i would improve with treatment. I asked him if i could still run, and he said, why not, and said i should continue to run and train and finish my race. Fast forward a week later, treating this annoying wheeze, I felt much better, stronger and less tired, my times have improved, and on my last spirometer test, i blew a healthy 650. I have beaten asthma again, but just in case i have one more piece of equipment to carry with me on my journey. Yep. My inhaler and thank God it comes in purple.
I will keep you guys posted again and just on a side note, all my "LIVE STRONG' gear has arrived. I am working with Kim on the tee shirts and plan to give some away. Stay tuned.
Keep wishing.
I am of course talking about asthma. I grew up with asthma, inhalers and the lot, it was never terrible or at least never got in the way because when i was younger i was never much into sport and fitness. I dare say had i been doing vigorous exercise then who knows what might have happened. Anyhow, after weeks of dealing with a wheezy dry cough (i dismissed it as a dry cough) i had had enough and decided to see the doctor. I was suffering through training, and when i explained this to the doctor he just said, well looks like you have asthma. My heart sank. 320km and asthma are a combination that doesn't sit well together, in fact much to my dismay, it would look like i was actually looking for a death wish.
Anyway, this was it. It would seem running for a wish would be postponed indefinitely or cancelled. I was told to breathe into a spirometer which basically tests your lung capacity etc, you take a deep breath and you blow into it as hard as you can, (quite similar to VO2 max testing just less sophisticated) generally normal people would have a capacity of between 400-450, asthmatic people below 400 to about 400 and athletes about 680- 750 (with ease).
On my first attempt, wheezing and all i tested to 560. Not bad m doctor said, but he believed i would improve with treatment. I asked him if i could still run, and he said, why not, and said i should continue to run and train and finish my race. Fast forward a week later, treating this annoying wheeze, I felt much better, stronger and less tired, my times have improved, and on my last spirometer test, i blew a healthy 650. I have beaten asthma again, but just in case i have one more piece of equipment to carry with me on my journey. Yep. My inhaler and thank God it comes in purple.
I will keep you guys posted again and just on a side note, all my "LIVE STRONG' gear has arrived. I am working with Kim on the tee shirts and plan to give some away. Stay tuned.
Keep wishing.
Friday 15 July 2011
A bigger team
When I first started this initiative I didn't expect it to grow like this. This is a perfect example of "planting a seed" now weeks into planning, I have gotten a few more people on board. Reuben from the cat studio
http://www.thecatstudio.com.my is also helping me out somewhat by producing a song for me.
I just want to say how much this means to me and right now i want to name some of the core people helping me.
Kimberly Low from www.kimberlycun.com
Reuben Ch'ng
John Hans Oei
John Son Oei (http://epic.my)
Jason Lee
Many thanks, I could not have gotten here without you guys
Also a special shout out to www.livestrong.org, spoke to some one there and i am completely inspired. I am being sent a few shirts from them too.
Much love. And keep wishing for a better tomorrow.
http://www.thecatstudio.com.my is also helping me out somewhat by producing a song for me.
I just want to say how much this means to me and right now i want to name some of the core people helping me.
Kimberly Low from www.kimberlycun.com
Reuben Ch'ng
John Hans Oei
John Son Oei (http://epic.my)
Jason Lee
Many thanks, I could not have gotten here without you guys
Also a special shout out to www.livestrong.org, spoke to some one there and i am completely inspired. I am being sent a few shirts from them too.
Much love. And keep wishing for a better tomorrow.
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