Pattaya Marathon 2025

Yesterday, I took part in the Pattaya Marathon 2025. I ran the Half Marathon instead of the Full Marathon. And honestly, that was one of the best decisions I made. I wasn’t trained enough for the 42km beast, and by the end of my 21km, I knew I made the right call.

Credits to photo@thai.run

My only goal was to finish — no pressure on timing — and I crossed the line in 2:29:58 (though my Garmin said 2:30:05, but let’s not argue with chip time 😅).

The morning started off with a drive to the starting line, and as I was on the way, I saw full-marathon runners already on the route near where I stayed. They were probably 12–15km into the race, and I had one of those “oh wow, 42km is really far” moments. It made me respect the full marathoners even more.

The weather held up — thankfully, no rain — but it was incredibly windy throughout the run. While running along Pattaya Beach and Jomtien, the strong winds were blowing sand straight into my face and onto my body. It honestly felt like I was getting a free (and not entirely pleasant) scrub. 😂

Credits to photo@thai.run

One thing I really loved about the experience was the energy along the route. The cheer crews were fantastic — colourful, loud, and full of good vibes. The water stations placed every 2 km were a real lifesaver, especially with the wind and heat.

But not everything was pretty. There was a stretch along Beach Road that had the most brutal sewer stench. I’d been warned about it beforehand, but nothing quite prepared me for how awful it would be. It hit hard, and I definitely held my breath longer than I thought possible.

Physically, the race had its challenges. I had one pee stop, and cramps decided to visit me right at 18km and again at 19km. I slowed down, walked a little, and just kept going — and I’m grateful those moments weren’t caught on camera (I hope 😅).

Crossing the finish line felt amazing — not just because of the sense of accomplishment, but because of the food trucks waiting there. I’m not exaggerating when I say they made the effort feel completely worth it.

A big shoutout to the organisers, volunteers, and photographers — the event was so well-run, and I truly appreciated all the support along the way. And I absolutely loved the photos that were taken — such great memories to keep.

It wasn’t the easiest run, but it was a meaningful one. A test of endurance, mindset, and a reminder that sometimes, just showing up and finishing is more than enough.

May x

Running with Purpose: Why I’m Taking On the Global 6K for Water

Image from World Vision Singapore

Every day, children in vulnerable communities wake up and begin a journey, not to school, not to play, but to collect water.

Nearly 6 kilometres.

That’s the average distance they walk just to fetch water that’s often dirty, contaminated, and dangerous.

And that’s the same distance I’m running — but for a very different reason.

This year, I’m participating in the World Vision Singapore Global 6K for Water, and I’ve set a personal goal:

🏃‍♀️ Run/Walk 600KM

💙 Raise SGD 1,200.00

Why? Because I believe every child deserves the chance to be healthy, to learn, and to simply be a child.

But this daily walk for water robs them of that chance. It steals their health as they fall ill from waterborne diseases. It disrupts their education because they’re too tired or miss school altogether. And it takes away their childhood, time that should be spent laughing, playing, and dreaming.

💧 Clean Water Changes Everything

It’s so easy to take clean water for granted — the simple act of turning on a tap, filling a glass, or taking a shower. However, for many children and families around the world, access to clean water remains out of reach.

The good news? We can help change that.

Just $60 can provide one child with sustainable access to clean water through World Vision's life-changing water projects. These include the installation of boreholes, water tanks, and piped water systems, bringing clean water closer to homes and schools.

This year, World Vision Singapore aims to reach 10,000 children across Asia and Africa — and I want to do my part to help achieve this goal.🌍 Want to Learn More?

You can read more about the Global 6K for Water movement and how it’s changing lives by visiting:

🔗 https://global6k.worldvision.org.sg

There, you’ll find more inspiring stories, learn how the funds are used, and even register to take on the challenge yourself.

🙌 How You Can Help

I’m inviting you to join me on this journey. You can:

✅ Donate to my campaign — any amount makes a difference

✅ Take on the Global 6K yourself — run, walk, or hike anytime, anywhere between 5 Sep and 20 Nov 2025

✅ Spread the word — share this cause with your friends, family, or community

Together, we can make every step count.

✨ Running with Purpose

Running has always been personal for me — a space to challenge myself and clear my mind. But now, it’s about something bigger.

With every kilometre I run, I’m thinking of the children who walk those same distances daily, not by choice, but by necessity.

- I’m running for them.

- I’m running for clean water.

- And I’m running because every child deserves that chance.

🔗 Support my campaign here:

👉 https://global6k.worldvision.org.sg/participant!P00047GO

Thank you for reading — and for walking (or running!) alongside me on this mission.

May x