Author: subimpact

  • Workout of the day : Low-Squat Sprint

    Today we gonna do some simply but effective High Intensive workout which is the Low-Squat sprint.

    Target: butt, quads, calves

    • Stand with feet wider than shoulder width, elbows bent by sides, palms facing forward.
    • Lower into a squat and, raising up on balls of feet, sprint in place.
    • Continue for 30 seconds as quickly as possible.
  • Workout of the day: Table Saw

    30 sec workout !!! Table Saw

     

    Target:  shoulders, triceps, abs, butt

    • Sit on floor with knees bent, feet flat, palms on floor beside hips; lift hips a few inches off floor.
    • Press hips up into a tabletop position (body parallel to floor from
      shoulders to knees) as you extend right leg diagonally up and
      simultaneously reach left hand to touch right foot.
    • Return to start; switch sides and repeat.
    • Continue alternating for 30 seconds, doing as many reps as possible.
  • Workout of The day : Tap up

    30 Sec workout : Tap up!

    Target: shoulders, chest, arms, abs

     

    • Start on floor in plank position, balancing on palms and toes,
      arms extended and body forming a straight line from head to heels.
    • Lower chest to floor as you bend elbows close by ribs, then press up to start position.
    • Lift right hand to tap left shoulder, then place palm back on floor.
    • Repeat push-up, then switch sides and repeat.
    • Continue alternating for 30 seconds, doing as many reps as possible.
    • MAKE IT EASIER: Do modified push-ups on your knees.
  • Star Wars : the Force Awakens

     Out of curiosity I went on to the hype to catch the opening screening of Star Wars episode VII 
    *Bewarned slight spoilers*

    While waiting for the screening to start, manage to get chew bak kua figurine and renew my MBO member card with BB-8 design.

    Anyway on with the show! Opening crawl which explains the continuity of story after return of the Jedi. Introduced an ace pilot from the resistance trying to find Luke sky walker whereabouts but as the story unfolds, more menacing plans from the dark side is at toll. Friendships made, deaths, flying storm troopers, pewpew, space fights, soapy emotional climatic , anti climatic scene, and lots of episode 4, 5 ,6 recyclable reference plot.
     

     Introduction two main chars in the movie which is Rey and FN-2187, both come from different background but I would love to see how they build up on FN-2187 story. Was rooting for him to take on the lead but sadly the character development reached to its cliffhanger and the near end of the movie. Hopefully we get to see him more in action on Episode VIII. As for the counterpart, Rey is not that much of a new chemistry in the Star Wars world, since taking striking history resemblance background as of Anakin Skywalker of torn childhood. I don’t feel connected much with the character since she is like jack of all trades, know it all tough girl power player in this movie.

    Another not so great detail was explaining the bad guy Kylo Ren/Ben, I felt the character development was okay, but could used a little more juice of his background, there were some flashbacks however throw audience like early in the movie about Mr. Indiana Jones was his father was so anti climatic in Star Wars movie history. Hope he does get a standalone movie to explain how he came to be Kylo Ren.

    Visual effects is magnificently stunning, the musical score  brings back nostalgia where I was watching Laser Disc in a home room theater at Juwanda’s House during the good old days. Some parts gave me goosebumps just from the music. I must say very excellent.

    Alot of mayhem, just like how JJ.Abrams previous Sci-Fi show. Sometimes action scenes were pretty fast for viewers and not knowing what to see. However there is this pull back moment to get viewer in check while watching stormtroopers being ragdolls. The saber duel was kinda subpar but hey both of the side are still new to the force anyway. 
    Overall its a good movie, but was sadly disappointing with the mediocre movie plot. They could follow through FN-2187 and have new breed of Jedi but sadly they played safe and stick to Star wars original metaphor. Rating 7.5/10 The force may not really be in this episode yet…

  • Workout of The day: Pencil Squats

    Quick Workout of the day!

    Target: shoulders, abs, butt, inner thighs, calves

     

    • Stand with feet together, arms extended overhead.
    • Jump feet shoulder-width apart and squat, touching fingertips to floor between feet.
    • Jump up to return to start position, bringing feet together and pressing arms overhead.
    • Do as many reps as you can for 30 seconds.
  • ASEAN Unity Run 2015

    1. Date                  : 9th August 2015 (Sunday)
    2. Time                 : 4.30am onwards
    3. Venue              : Padang Merbok, Kuala Lumpur
    4. Eligibility
    The ASEAN Village & ASEAN Unity Run 2015 shall be conducted under the rules of MAF and also a set of competition rules. This competition is open to everyone.
    21km is open to participants aged 16 and above as of 31 December 2015.
    10km Run is open to participants aged 16 and above as of 31 December 2015.
    5km Fun Run is open to participants aged 4 and above of 31 December 2015.
    • Participants below 18 year of age, must obtain parent’s consent to participate in ASEAN Village & ASEAN Unity Run 2015.
    • Please note that Under-12 year old kids (as of 31st December 2015) have to be accompanied by one parent
    5km Stroller Run must consist of one parent with a child on stroller.
    • Participants below 18 year of age, must obtain parent’s consent to participate in ASEAN Village & ASEAN Unity Run 2015.
    • There are no age restrictions, provided your kid will fit in the stroller!
    5. Prizes(Cash Awards are Ringgit Malaysia. Payment will be made by cheque)
    Code
    Category
    Distance
    Medals
    Cert
    Prize
    1st
    2nd
    3rd
    4th
    5th
    A
    Men’s Open
    21km
    All
    All
    RM 5,000
    RM 3,000
    RM 2,000
    RM 1000
    RM 500
    B
    Women’s Open
    21km
    All
    All
    RM 5,000
    RM 3,000
    RM 2,000
    RM 1000
    RM 500
    C
    Run
    10km
    All
    All
    D
    Fun Run
    5km
    All
    All
    E
    Stroller Run
    5km
    All
    All
    Note :
    i. Category A, B shall receive an e-certificate while Category C, D & E will receive a participation certificate at the finish line.
    ii. Participants of Category E shall receive 2 medals, one for the parent and one for child.
    6. Results
    The results of the 21km run will be verified by FTKLAA and their decision is final.
    7.Prize Winners
    All prize winners must produce their identity card or passport for age verification.
    Winners must ensure to collect their cash awards after the race and upon announcement of results. All uncollected cash awards & prizes will be forfeited.
    8. Finisher Medal
    i. Finisher Medals will be distributed at the finish line to all participants who completes their run on the event day.
    ii. No claims will be entertained thereafter
    10. Certificate
    i. E-Certificate will be made available after 7 days from the event day for participants of the competitive categories (A, B) to download.
    ii. As for the 10km Run(Category C), 5km Fun Run (Category D) and Stroller run (Category E), Certificates will be distributed at the finish line.
    ii. No claims will be entertained thereafter
    11. Registration
    Registration is via online only.
    Online Registration is at www.hooha.asia.
    Note:
    i. Any online registration that is not followed with online payment will become invalid registration. Therefore please ensure to pay online when you register online.
    ii. No refund will be made for wrongful or multiple registration.
    iii. Substitution and changing of categories is NOT allowed, so please select the category you’re eligible to sign up according to the age qualification. Otherwise you will have to re-register.
    iv. Postal entries are not accepted.
    v. The decision of the Competition Committee is final when accepting entries.  The organizers have the right to refuse an entry without having to disclose a reason.
    11. Race Kit
    For Category A, B : Race kit consists of a dry fit Running Singlet, a number bib attached with timing chip, safety pins and race guide (if any).
    For Category C, D, E : Race kit consists of a dry fit Running Singlet, a number bib, safety pins and race guide (if any).
    Note:
    i. Running Singlet sizes are limited and will be distributed on FIRST COME FIRST SERVE basis.
    12. Race Kit Collection
    Venue  : Tan Sri Hamzah Arena, Level 3, Multi Purpose Hall, Wisma OCM, Jalan Hang Jebat 50150 Kuala Lumpur.
    Date      :  1st & 2nd August 2015
    Time      : 10.00am to 6.00pm
    Note:
    i. Please be advised that sizes of the running vest size are limited. Distribution will be carried out on a first-come, first-served basis.
    ii. All the race kits without any special arrangement with the organizer and not collected during the stipulated collection date, will be deemed as unwanted and the Organizers shall be at liberty to dispose or re-distribute them accordingly.
    iii. Any late collection of race kit(s) without prior agreement/arrangement with the organizer will be charged RM 10.00 per race kit as the late collection fee. So, please ensure to collect the race kit on the stipulated collection days.
    iv. There will be NO distribution of kits on race day.
    v. For collection of 10 race kit and above, please email your bulk collection name list (full name and IC number of each participant) to icare@hooha.asia latest by Friday 24th July  2015. Please ensure to submit the authorization letter for each participants listed in the bulk collection name list at the bulk collection counter on the race kit collection day.
    vi. Foreigners and outstation runners (outside Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Selangor) who require special arrangement for race kit collection, please drop us as an email at icare@hooha.asia latest by Monday 24th July 2015.
    13. General Enquiries
    For any general enquiries pertaining to the ASEAN Village & ASEAN Unity Run 2015, please contact:
    Tel          : 03-5637 3821
    Email     : icare@hooha.asia
    14. Registration Closing Date
    5.00pm on 19th July 2015 or upon reaching 20,000 participants.

    Whilst every reasonable precaution will be taken by the organizers to ensure the participants safety, participants are strongly encouraged to go for a medical examination and/or consult their medical practitioner prior to registration and before the actual race day.
    The organizers reserve the right to delay the commencement of the race in the event of heavy rain or thunder storm or extreme weather condition. Should the heavy rain, thunder storm or extreme weather condition persist after delay, the organizers reserve the right to cancel the race without any refund. In the event of heavy rain or thunder storm or catastrophic or natural disaster resulting in a postponement or cancellation of the above event, the organisers shall not be held responsible for any claims whatsoever in any form made by any individual or parties concerned.
    The organizers reserves the right to use any photograph (including those of participants), motion pictures, recordings, or any other media records of the event taken before, during and after the event, for any legitimate purpose including commercial advertising and distribution to sponsors.
    Participants must have read and understood the rules and regulation pertaining to their participation in the ASEAN Village & ASEAN Unity Run 2015 organized under the rules of MAF and a set of competition rules.                                                                    
    In consideration of the acceptance of participant’s entry,  they for their heirs, executors & administrators,release and forever discharge the organizers, their partners, sponsors, appointed staff and officials of all liabilities, claims, actions, damage, costs or expenses which participants may have against them, arising out of participant’s participation in this event, including travel to and from this event and including all injuries that may be suffered by the participant before, during and after the event. Participants must understand that this indemnity includes any claims based on negligence, action or inaction of any of the above parties. Participants must recognise the difficulties of the event and attest that he/she are sufficiently physically fit to compete safely in the ASEAN Village & ASEAN Unity Run 2015 and I have not been advised otherwise by a qualified medical professional. 

    REGISTER HERE :- https://home.hooha.asia/ASEANUnityRun-2015.aspx


  • Perodua targets to sell 1 million Myvi by 2017

    Langkawi, 21
    May: Perodua is targeting to sell 1 million Myvi units by the end of 2017 based
    from the 850,000 already sold as of end-April 2015 on momentum of demand as
    well as other promotions.
    “The Myvi, which
    is celebrating its 10th Anniversary this year, has been well accepted. On
    average, the Myvi’s bookings so far this year is about 8,000 units per month,”
    Perodua President and CEO, Datuk Aminar Rashid Salleh said.

    Since the
    Perodua Myvi was launched in 2005, the model had 10 variant launches with the
    second generation Myvi launched in 2011.
    “Barring any
    unforeseen circumstances, we are cautiously optimistic that with the activities
    and promotions we have lined up until 2017, the target of 1 million Myvi cars
    is achievable,” he said.
    Aminar said that
    to commemorate the 10th year milestone, Perodua is having a 2-day celebration
    on the 23rd and 24th of May and have invited all Myvi owners and/or drivers to
    participate.
    On 21st April,
    Perodua issued a media release inviting Myvi owners or drivers to the
    Myvi Nation, the Biggest Myvi Gathering”.
    Those
    participating must bring their Myvi to the full-day event to receive a certificate
    and an exclusive gift pack worth over RM400, as well as be in the running to
    win a special 10th Anniversary Commemorative Edition Myvi car.
    “So far about
    3,000 Myvi owners or drivers have registered on our website and we are grateful
    for the strong endorsement from our valued customers,” Aminar said.
    The public will
    be able to enjoy special deals, many games and fun activities, which
    will be announced during the event itself. The 2 day event will be held at
    Setia City Oval Lawn, Shah Alam.
    The public will
    also be treated to a star-studded concert; fireworks display, or opt to watch
    movies under the stars after hot air balloon rides.

    There will also
    be a “Myvi 10 Anniversary Appreciation Day” held at all 182 sales and 183
    service outlets nationwide with activities include colouring contest, a cake
    cutting ceremony and a “Wall of Fame” contest.

    In this contest,
    customers are asked to submit the most unique, creative and interesting
    combination of photo and caption of them and the Perodua Myvi with the theme of
    “Show your Love”. There are 10 GoPro Hero 4 units offered as the grand prize as
    well as Perodua vouchers up for grabs (terms and conditions apply).
      
    “We will be
    launching a contest beginning 23rd May at our sales and service outlets with 1
    unit of 10th Anniversary Commemorative Edition Myvi up for grabs. To be
    eligible, participants must register a new Perodua vehicle or service your
    Perodua vehicle with a minimum receipt spending of RM180, Aminar said.
      
    As for its sales
    performance, Perodua sold 74,700 vehicles representing 34.8% of the estimated 218,600
    total industry volume for the first four months of this year. Of this 74,700
    Perodua vehicles sold so far this year, 25,500 were of the Myvi.

    In January this
    year, Perodua announced a sales target of 208,000 units, a revenue target of
    RM306 million from its vehicle maintenance services, lubricants and body &
    paint operations, as well as RM258.9 million from its parts and accessories
    business.
  • Full body workout: Jumping Jacks

     

    Jumping Jacks

    Since I’ve kinda misplaced my skipping rope for a day, i had to resort to another alternative of cardio training, hence jumping jacks.

    The best thing is, it does not requires any gym equipment, just solely on ya coordination, strength resistance and endurance !

    So what is jumping jacks ? A simple daily routine where you spread your legs wide and the hands touching overhead or behind ya head, sometimes in a clap and then returning to a position with the feet together and the arms at the sides.


    Mostly used by the military staple workouts, it tends to improve strength and endurance while also tends to the flexibility of the body.

    An aid against osteoporosis with increase of mobility and blood circulation throughout ya body ensures jumping jacks a great daily workout for the average joe of today.

    Increases metabolism rate while burning calories in result to  decreasing fat. Giving you an all rounder workout to suit ya daily needs.

    Can be achieved basically anywhere , by means in the room, outdoors or even your office pantry.

    one simple workout yet many body parts are getting worked!since its a great overall body workout here are a few listed muscle groups that you are working on :-

    calves , hip , shoulders, lower back, chest, core, hamstrings, quadriceps, biceps , upper back. gosh that a lot of parts !!

    I’ve manage to complete 600 reps yesterday, and boy my arms and calves are pretty sore now as of today… but that will not stop me from continuing with this awesome daily routine. With many other variations around the web. Here are a few that is quite interesting to in-cooperate into ya daily workout regime.

    Plank Jacks: Start in a modified plank position with your shoulders stacked over your wrists and feet together. Keeping your butt as low to the ground as possible, jump both legs out to the sides. Jump back to starting position. That’s one rep.
    What they work: Your arms, abs, quads, and back.


     Rotational Jacks: Stand upright with your feet together and hands together at your chest. Jump up and land with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart with your toes turned slightly outward. As you lower into a squat, twist from the waist as you reach straight up toward the sky with your left hand and straight down to the floor with your right hand. Tap the floor with your right hand, then jump back to starting position. Repeat the jump squat, this time reaching up toward the sky with your right hand, and touching the floor with your left hand. Return to starting position to complete one rep. 

    What they work: Your core, quads, hamstrings, butt, and back.

    Floor Jack Splits: Lie on the floor with your thumbs interlocked, arms and legs outstretched, and feet together. Brace your core as you lift your arms and feet off the floor, keeping knees and elbows locked. Exhale as you lift your legs up and out to form a V and you lift your entire upper body off the ground. As you come up, swing your hands straight forward through the V. With control and without touching the floor, release your arms and legs and lower back to starting position. That’s one rep.
    What they work: Your upper and lower abs, chest, and quads. 



    Seal Jacks : Stand straight with the arms down by the side. In one movement jump just high enough to spread the feet apart and clap the hands out in front of the chest. Quickly return back to the starting position and that is 1 rep
    What they work : Quad, Chest, Shoulders, calves, back, butt, hamstrings, and hips

    Remember to always re-hydrate ya self with H2O … peace out..

  • Bad Blood

    Latest Taylor Swift Single with an trailer like Music Video , Starring a surfeit of big names – including Swift, Selena Gomez, Lena Dunham, Hailee Steinfeld, Cara Delevingne, Jessica Alba, Cindy Crawford, Ellen Pompeo and Mariska Hargitay.

  • Viper Challenge: Genting King of The Mountain

    Since this year would be more of retirement on running, I’ve concluded into partaking 2 obstacle course challenges, and one of them will be Viper Challenge: Genting King of The Mountain.

    That’s right, considering  a starting up with the 20.8KM early March and this month, May Viper Arena, Genting King of The Mountain would be their 3rd event for this year. Sadly I heard this would be their last event for Malaysia. Rumors has it, they will be heading globally in future times..

    Venue will be on Saturday, 12 September 2015 from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM at Batang Kali, Malaysia / or also known as on the route to Genting.

    So being an enthusiast as I can be, I’ve signed up as soon as the online ticket was open, sadly i’ve missed the launch sales  price which was RM99.

    Manage to settle in for 10:00AM slot , I’ve have like 4 months to get in shape for the 15 challenges. Even tho it would be a 10km hike through the jungle path of Genting from Skyway to Awana, i would definately foresee some challenges along the way.

    Boy, how am i so pumped up with this finale viper event and i really hope they do not disappoint me from the first launch of viper challenge 2013. Had to drink from SYABAS water tank yo during those times.

    Below are the event details:

    REGISTER HERE

    VIPER TIX + HOTEL ACCOMODATION :- https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/genting-king-of-the-mountain-event-ticket-hotel-package-registration-16796726461

    ONLY VIPER TIX :- https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/genting-king-of-the-mountain-registration-16795734494

    Stay tune for my battle report 😀 hope to see friends there!