{"id":3127,"date":"2024-01-22T11:56:33","date_gmt":"2024-01-22T03:56:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yas.io\/hk\/lab\/?p=3127"},"modified":"2024-01-22T11:56:54","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T03:56:54","slug":"beyond-the-obstacles-an-exclusive-interview-with-jayakumar-tharmalingam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yas.io\/hk\/lab\/en\/exlusive-interview-with-jayakumar-tharmalingam\/","title":{"rendered":"Beyond The Obstacles: An Exclusive Interview with Jayakumar Tharmalingam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In this exclusive interview, we step into the world of a seasoned Spartan racer and Spartan Race Malaysia Ambassador, Jayakumar Tharmalingam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us as we unravel Jay\u2019s unique experiences, training tips, and winning mindset that fuels this inspiring athlete’s success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How did you get into OCR (Obstacle Course Racing)?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before getting into OCR, I did a lot of running since I was 9 years old, a passion I developed from my father who was a running legend. I remember my first Viper Challenge in 2013 which involved running and obstacles. I slowly improved by reducing my finishing time for each challenge.

While doing OCR, I was also doing road running. Both training are totally different as one is cardio and the other is strength. However, my father advised me to focus on just one, so I decided to do OCR and entered my first Spartan Malaysia in 2015.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Did you already embrace the Spartan mantra and mentality before entering Spartan events?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve always been a competitive person, so I have my own way of doing Spartan Race. That means during the race, I put friendships on hold. After the competition, we\u2019ll become friends again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I don\u2019t share how I do my training because I don\u2019t want to reveal my weapon to my enemies. But I do stand-up paddling and run at a pace of 6, as well as intense 2-hour workouts every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are some of your best memories?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In 2019, I traveled to Sweden in temperatures below -19 degrees to take on a 8.2-kilometer per loop. I had to complete a minimum of six loops to earn the finishing medal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s another country you had the opportunity to explore or visit?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I participate in the Spartan Trifecta World Championship in Greece every 1st week of November every year. It feels more like a family reunion than a race, where everyone comes together, no matter their background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I make sure to do at least one Trifecta each year\u2014three races in one weekend. Out of 5000 people, I managed to get 84th placing. I’m proud to have the most trifectas in Malaysia\u201419 and counting. I’m aiming for my 20th, and soon after, in Phuket will be the 21st.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What was your first Spartan race overseas like?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For Singapore, it was nothing different. But Europeans are crazy because they started at pace 3, going 25km in 2 hours with obstacles. They are like beasts or monsters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Have you had any injuries?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

No injuries so far. I don’t do warm-ups or warm-downs. My pre-race ritual involves eating a green apple just half an hour before the race on an empty stomach. The last meal I have is an early dinner the night before the race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’ve tackled a 100km race in 16 hours or more with the same routine. My heart rate typically stays between 150-160, occasionally hitting 170-180. Stress levels will be around 55-60. You have to train your body until your body listens to you. I don\u2019t do a carbo load.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How do you maintain a lean physique?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It’s all about the mindset. For example, incorporating activities like running while carrying a sandbag not only trains your cardio but also builds strength. I also did 10,000 burpees in a month before during the Covid-19<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What\u2019s your routine like?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

My routine starts at 5:30 am with a cold shower and a spoonful of raw honey. Then at 7:30 am, I have a green apple, some bread, and coffee. I kick off my work at 7am till 4pm. When its 5 pm, it’s time to dive into training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How does being a vegetarian impact your workout?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Well, I’ve noticed I can do more than a friend who isn’t a vegetarian. I believe it’s a mix of food, mindset, and training your body to listen to you. When your body is ready, your mindset will be too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are some of your goals for next year?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first is to bring back Spartan Shield from Sparta by completing a minimum of 13 trifectas in a year. Secondly, I want to train 4 to 7-year-olds for Spartan Kids. I want to inspire people to go to Spartan races and hear them say, \u201cI am here because of you.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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