Night Run for a Cause: My Experience at the ARKL Move for the Planet!

Last Friday, I joined the ARKL Move for the Planet Night City Run, a fantastic event kicking off the adidas Move for the Planet campaign here in Kuala Lumpur. Held smack dab in the centre of the city at the MaTiC Car Park, it was a night filled with running, good vibes, and supporting a great cause!

Joining the Move for the Planet via the adidas Running app

As soon as I arrived, the energy was electric. Registration was a breeze, and I quickly deposited my bag at the left luggage counter. 

ARKL Captains, Awan and Nabila giving a warm welcome speech to the runners

After a quick warm-up, the runners were divided based on pace - from the speedy 6-minute pace group to the (proudly!) relaxed 8-minute pace group like me.

The run itself was a fantastic exploration of the city at night. We started at MaTiC, weaving our way past Bukit Nanas MRT station, Air Terjun Bukit Nanas (the waterfall!), and along Jalan Ampang. We even passed by the iconic Muzium Telekom and Jalan Raja Chulan before heading back to MaTiC. 

ARKL runners during the ARKL MFTP Night City Run

While the faster groups completed two loops for a total of 6.5km, our 8-minute group did a very manageable 3.25km, which felt perfect for a nighttime run.

The best part? Knowing that every step we took contributed to a good cause. By tracking our runs on the adidas Running App between May 10th and 22nd, 2024, anyone can participate in the Move for the Planet campaign! 

For every 10 minutes you exercise, adidas will donate €1 to environmental projects, up to a total of €1.5 million. These funds will be used to improve sports facilities in areas affected by climate change, and to educate communities about sustainability practices. Plus, each runner received a sweet RM50 voucher to spend at the adidas outlet.

Plus, there's more! Here are some other ways you can get involved and score some rewards:

Join a local event: Check out the adidas Malaysia Instagram page for information on other Move for the Planet events happening throughout May.

Run or walk anywhere: You don't have to participate in an organized event! Download the adidas Running App and track any activity, from running and walking to cycling and even jump rope!

Become an adiClub member: Members who track at least 300 minutes of movement will receive a free personalized running t-shirt with their Move for the Planet stats. Made For You is also offering special edition Move for the Planet merchandise!

Overall, the ARKL Move for the Planet Night City Run was an awesome experience. It combined getting some exercise, exploring the city in a new light, and supporting a cause I truly believe in. If you're looking for a fun way to get active, make a difference, and maybe even score some cool rewards, I highly recommend checking out adidas' Move for the Planet campaign!