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Hysan brings healthy running to Hong Kong Island with Hike & Run

Inaugural event follows on seven-year success of sister race in the New Territories

To promote healthy living through running and hiking, and to celebrate seven successful years of sponsoring the Hysan Healthy Hike and Run in the New Territories, this Saturday November 25, a sister race will take place for the first time in Hysan’s homebase of Hong Kong Island.

Sponsored by Hysan, the territory’s leading property investment, management and development company, the Hysan Island Hike & Run will be flagged off from Deep Water Bay, with the 12km, 19km and 27km races at 8am, followed by the 3km fun race at 8.15am. All participants will receive an exclusive dining coupon to reward themselves after the race.

Stanley, a local trail running enthusiast who has participated in more than 15 Action Asia events, is looking forward to doing the Hysan Island Hike & Run 12km race with his nine-year-old son. “I am even happier when my son can join me at a race, which makes it a great family affair,” said Stanley. “I don’t have any expectation for this race; I just want to enjoy it with my boy.”

To balance work, family and training, Stanley usually runs on weekends and keeps up his daily fitness by doing simple core muscle training at home on other days. He said: “Health is the key to support a great life. I think trail running is more interesting than road running, not only because of the varied terrain but also for the possibility of getting closer to nature.”

Also taking part in the 12km race with family is Mr. Ma, another local runner. His wife and two children will join him. Ma said: “My wife encouraged me to do the race. It will be a fresh challenge for me. I enjoy running very much; it is a great way to strengthen your body and make you calm and relaxed. My wife has been encouraging me to try trail running because she thinks it’s good for health. Now, some of my friends have started to run under my influence. I have no special expectation for this race. I just want to try my best and gain experience.”

This event is possible thanks to the generous support of Hysan. Special thanks to supporting sponsors Action X Store, Watsons Water, C3fit, Hoka One One, Plantronics, Gatorade and Action Asia Foundation.

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