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ANS Nutrition
Your First Half Marathon: The Complete Race-Day Fuelling and Nutrition PlanWhat to eat the night before, when to have breakfast before a 4:30am flag-off, how many gels to take and how much to drink in your first half marathon, from sports nutrition...Read →
Running
SGIM Race Week, Day by Day: From Easy Runs to Race MorningA day-by-day plan for SGIM 2026 race week, from Monday 30 November to race morning: easy runs, carb...Read →
Recovery
11.11 Sale Singapore 2026: Therabody, Running and Recovery DealsWhen the ATHLO+ 11.11 sale starts, what is on sale, the bundles and how members get in early....Read →
Running
What Is a Shakeout Run? The Slowest Run of Your Race WeekA shakeout run is a short, easy run in the days before a race. How long and how...Read →
Events
ATHLO+ Shakeout Run for SGIM 2026: A Free Race-Week RunA free, easy 5 km evening run along the Marina Bay waterfront from Harry's Esplanade on Wednesday 2...Read →
ANS Nutrition
How to Fuel a Long Run: The Complete Runner’s Guide to Energy Gels and CarbsHow many carbs per hour to take on a long run, when to take your gels and how...Read →
Fitness
Should I Run Before or After a Strength Workout?Run first or lift first? What the research says about the order of running and strength training, how...Read →
Cycling
The ATHLO+ Telegram Group: Training Partners, Race Talk and Kit for Singapore AthletesThe ATHLO+ Telegram group is where Singapore athletes find training partners, ask about races, buy and sell kit...Read →
Race Guide
MetaSprint Series 2027: Race Guide, Dates and How to PrepareDates, venues, distances, fees and entry deadlines for the 2027 MetaSprint Series Aquathlon, Duathlon and Triathlon, plus the...Read →
Apparel
Compression Socks for Running: How They Work, When to Wear Them and Where to Buy in SingaporeHow compression socks work, what the research actually says for runners, how long to wear them, whether to...Read →
Garmin
Gifts for Runners in Singapore: A Christmas Guide by BudgetChristmas gifts for runners in Singapore, sorted by budget: gels, socks, flasks, sunglasses, Garmin watches and a lab...Read →
FORGED by ReFormd
AIA HYROX Singapore 2026: Dates, Venue, Divisions and How to PrepareAIA HYROX Singapore returns to Singapore EXPO from 26 to 29 November 2026. The dates, divisions, stations, provisional...Read →
FORGED by ReFormd
VO2 Max Test in Singapore: Which Lab Test to Book, What Happens and What You GetBooking a VO2 max test in Singapore? Compare the four FORGED by ReFormd lab tests on ATHLO+, see...Read →
Running
BYD Singapore International Marathon 2026: Dates, Distances, Fees and What’s ChangedWhat has changed at Singapore’s national marathon? Get the 2026 race dates, distances, cut-offs and fees, what is...Read →
Running
Best Running Routes in Singapore: Where to Run, From Marina Bay to MacRitchieWhere should you run in Singapore? Get the distances, start points and surfaces for Marina Bay, MacRitchie, the...Read →
Bike Servicing
Getting Your Bike Race-Ready: The Complete Timeline & Pre-Event ChecklistPreparing for a big cycling event or race? Follow our step-by-step bike race day preparation timeline to prevent...Read →
Ice Baths
Ice Baths for Athletes: Benefits, Risks, and How Cold Is Cold Enough?Wondering if ice baths actually work? Discover the science of cold water immersion for athletes, ideal temperatures, timings,...Read →
Electrolytes
Dehydration vs Hyponatremia: The Two Hydration Risks Every Endurance Athlete Must KnowDrinking too little hurts performance, but over-drinking plain water can be dangerous. Discover the critical differences between dehydration...Read →
Electrolytes
Know Your Sweat Rate: How to Calculate Your Personal Hydration NeedsStop guessing your fluid intake. Learn how to calculate sweat rate using the simple weigh-in test to dial...Read →
Massage Gun
How to Use a Massage Gun Before and After a Workout (Complete Step-by-Step Guide)Master how to use a massage gun before and after workouts. Learn the exact speeds, timing, and routines...Read →
Massage Gun
Massage Gun Mistakes: Where Not to Use It, and How Long Is EnoughAvoid the most common massage gun mistakes. Learn where never to use percussive therapy, how long is safe...Read →
Ice Baths
Contrast Therapy for Athletes: Does Alternating Hot and Cold Actually Work?Does alternating between sauna and ice bath speed recovery? Discover the science of contrast therapy recovery, proven protocols,...Read →
Recovery
Sauna for Endurance: What Heat Training Can Do for Your Next RaceSauna isn't just for relaxation. Learn the science of post-workout heat exposure, how it expands plasma volume, builds...Read →
AporeNaturals
Topical vs Oral Magnesium: Which Is Best for Athletic Recovery?Magnesium cream or tablets? Compare topical vs oral magnesium for muscle soreness, absorption, and gut comfort—and discover why...Read →
Apparel
Moisture-Wicking Fabrics Explained: Activewear Buyer's GuideWhat is moisture wicking fabric and how does it work? Discover how technical activewear moves sweat, which materials...Read →
Aura Shades
Sunglasses Lens Tint Guide for Runners & Cyclists: How to ChooseMaster your vision in any light. Explore our athletic sunglasses lens tint guide to discover which lens colours...Read →
Aura Shades
Why Athletes Need Sports Sunglasses: Benefits, Eye Health and Gear GuideDiscover the essential benefits of sports sunglasses for running and cycling. Learn why grip, UV protection, lens clarity,...Read →
Aura Shades
How to Choose Running Sunglasses That Won’t Slip or Bounce Mid-RunTired of sunglasses slipping down your nose mid-stride? Learn how to find running sunglasses that don't slip, featuring...Read →
Aura Shades
Protecting Your Eyes Outdoors: The Crucial Case for UV, Wind, and Debris DefenseThe Short Version UV damage to the eyes builds up over a lifetime. Photokeratitis, pterygium and some cataracts...Read →
Garmin
Understanding VO₂ Max on Your Garmin: What It Means and How to Move the NeedleConfused by your Garmin VO₂ max score? Here is a plain-English guide to how your watch calculates it,...Read →
Garmin
Training Load and Recovery Time: How to Read Your Garmin Metrics for Peak PerformanceLearn how to interpret Garmin training load, recovery time, and training status. Master your data to train smarter,...Read →
Garmin
Sleep, HRV and Body Battery: How to Read Your Recovery DataThe Short Version Garmin's HRV status compares your seven-day average overnight HRV with your own baseline, not with...Read →
FORGED by ReFormd
VO₂ Max Testing: What It Is and Why Serious Athletes Get Tested in the LabThe Short Version A lab VO2 max test measures the oxygen in your breath while you work up...Read →
FORGED by ReFormd
Lactate Threshold Testing: How to Find Your True Training Zones and Stop GuessingThe Short Version Lactate is not a waste product. Your body makes it all the time and uses...Read →
FORGED by ReFormd
Running Gait Analysis: What a 3D Test Shows About How You RunThe Short Version A 3D gait analysis shows what your body actually does with every stride and puts...Read →
Fitness
Push Through or See a Physio? A Runner’s Guide to Managing Aches, Niggles, and PainThe Short Version General soreness that eases as you warm up is usually fine to train through. Pain...Read →
Fitness
Run Strong: Why Runners Need Strength Training for Resilient Legs (and Faster Times)The Short Version A 2018 review of 24 studies found strength training generally improved running economy in distance...Read →
Fitness
The 8 HYROX Stations Explained: Standards, Pacing, and How to Master Each OneThe Short Version Every HYROX race has the same eight stations in the same order: SkiErg, Sled Push,...Read →
Fitness
How to Train for HYROX: Balancing Running, Strength, and Stations Without Burning OutThe Short Version HYROX tests three things at once: running (8 x 1km), strength (sleds, carries, lunges) and...Read →
Fitness
What Is HYROX? A Beginner's Guide to the Fitness RaceThe Short Version HYROX is an indoor fitness race: 1km of running, then one workout station, repeated eight...Read →
Bike Servicing
How to Clean and Lube Your Bike Chain: The Step-by-Step Drivetrain GuideLearn how to clean and lube a bike chain step by step. Discover the best cleaning tools, wet...Read →
Bike Servicing
5 Telltale Signs Your Bike Needs a Professional Service (Before It Breaks)Are mystery creaks, skipping gears, or spongy brakes slowing you down? Discover the 5 signs your bike needs...Read →
Bike Servicing
Bike Maintenance Basics: The 2-Minute Pre-Ride Bike Check Every Cyclist NeedsAvoid roadside flats and mechanicals with this simple pre-ride bike check. Learn the essential ABC routine, pre-ride safety...Read →
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ANS Nutrition
How Many Carbs Do You Actually Need Per Hour of Exercise?How many carbs per hour do endurance athletes really need? Learn the science behind 30g to 90g hourly targets, dual-source carbohydrates, and gut tolerance.Read →
Massage Gun
Massage Gun vs Foam Roller: Which Is Better for Muscle Recovery?Massage gun vs foam roller: which recovery tool is right for you? Compare localized percussive therapy against broad...Read →
Garmin
Heart Rate Zones Explained: How to Train Smarter With Your Garmin Sports WatchStop turning easy runs into hard workouts. Learn how heart rate training zones work, how to set them...Read →
Electrolytes
Electrolytes 101: Sodium, Potassium, and Why Plain Water Isn't EnoughUnderstand how electrolytes for athletes work. Discover why sodium, potassium, and magnesium matter, and why chugging plain water...Read →
AporeNaturals
Magnesium for Muscle Recovery: What the Science Says (and Why Athletes Need More)Does magnesium speed muscle recovery? Discover how this essential mineral eases cramps, supports deep sleep, and why athletes...Read →
Massage Gun
Percussive Therapy 101: What a Massage Gun Actually Does (and How to Use It)What does a massage gun actually do for recovery? Discover the science of percussive therapy, key benefits for...Read →
Ice Baths
Cold Plunge Before or After Training? How to Time It for Strength vs EnduranceShould you cold plunge before or after a workout? Discover the exact science of cold plunge timing to...Read →
Ice Baths
Building a Weekly Recovery Routine: How to Structure Heat, Cold, and Rest Like a ProBuild an effective weekly recovery routine. Learn how to layer sauna, cold plunge, and rest into your training...Read →
Apparel
Running Clothes for Hot Weather: What to Wear in Singapore’s HeatThe Short Version Singapore's humidity often tops 90% just before sunrise, so you will sweat heavily and your...Read →
Apparel
How to Prevent Chafing When Running: What to Wear and What to DoStop chafing before it ruins your long run. Learn why running chafing happens, how to choose anti-friction apparel,...Read →
Aura Shades
Polarised vs Non-Polarised Lenses for Running and Cycling: Which Should You Choose?Polarised vs non-polarised sports sunglasses: discover when glare reduction helps your performance and when it interferes with bike...Read →
Garmin
Using GPS Watch Data to Build a Marathon Training PlanThe Short Version Start your marathon build from the running you are doing now: your recent weekly distance...Read →
FORGED by ReFormd
Lab Testing vs. Your Watch: How Accurate Are Wearable VO₂ Max Estimates?The Short Version Across 14 studies, watches that estimate VO2 max from exercise were close on average, but...Read →
Fitness
Online Coaching vs Training Solo: When Is It Actually Worth Getting a Running or HYROX Coach?Wondering if an online running coach is worth the investment? Discover how 1:1 online coaching compares to solo...Read →
Bike Servicing
How Often Should You Service Your Bike? The Complete Maintenance ScheduleWondering how often to service your bike? Explore our mileage- and weather-based bicycle maintenance schedule, plus what a...Read →