Age Friendly Run by Samitivej 2024

Age Friendly Run by Samitivej 2024

Good health is the best investment anybody can make for a better life. Running is a simple exercise, and individuals of any age can enhance their expertise in running. This is the concept that Samitivej Hospital has initiated in its health-based running event, focusing on safety and establishing care standards for participants of all ages with a team of medical professionals on hand throughout the course. We aim to provide an opportunity for everyone to exercise through running with the entire family, including older family members who are suited to shorter distance runs. Along the running route, various fun activities offer participants a chance to take regular breaks and enjoy themselves. The hospital is also coordinating medical personnel to run alongside participants, as well as those providing care for runners along the route. Additionally, on the day of the event, health partners will set up an area to offer advice and knowledge to improve health. Some of the proceeds from these events will be donated to ‘Samitivej’s New Life Fund.’ This fund was established to help children from underprivileged backgrounds with congenital heart disease, leukemia (thalassemia), and scoliosis gain access to the treatments they require, highlighting our philosophy of “we don't want anyone to get sick.”

Event Objectives

1. To play a part in promoting stronger family relationships through a health-based running event.
2. To become an example of an event that promotes healthier activities for participants to stimulate pride and encourage them to exercise. This will help them re-integrate into society while creating a circle of participants who love exercise.
3. To promote the image of Samitivej Hospital under the #AgeFriendlyHospital concept, which places great importance on care for older family members, including their carers and families.
4. To provide an opportunity for people with physical limitations to participate in an event that is closely monitored by Samitivej health professionals.

Application Fee:

Main applicants must be over 50 years of age; co-applicants (up to 4 members) have no age limit.

Standard application fees (any distance)

• Early bird rate (November 7-15, 2023): 500 THB per person.
• Regular rate (November 16, 2023 - January 10, 2024): 700 THB per person.

Special Privileges

• Health risk assessment through the Well by Samitivej application, including one free consultation should any risks be detected.
• Bone Densitometer Program that measures bone density of the back and hips, muscle mass, fat mass, and metabolic system for individuals aged 45 years and over, valued at 5,900 THB. (For those under 45 years old we will check only muscle mass, fat mass, and metabolic system).

VIP application fee. No age limit, any distance (limited to 100 spots).

3,000 THB per person between November 7 - January 10, 2024

Special privileges

• Health risk assessment through the Well by Samitivej application, including one free consultation should any risks be detected.
• Bone Densitometer Program that measures bone density of the back and hips, muscle mass, fat mass, and metabolic system for individuals aged 45 years and over, valued at 5,900 THB. (For those under 45 years old we will check only muscle mass, fat mass, and metabolic system).
• VO2 Max examination used to assess physical fitness and oxygen efficiency during exercise valued at 8,500 THB. Redeemable from February 1 through June 30, 2024 (please review the terms and conditions of use sent with your confirmation email).
• VIP race t-shirt.
• Samitivej Hospital souvenir.

Event Rules

1. Participants must be physically fit enough to run the distance they have signed up for, and they must promptly notify the organizers of any existing physical limitations. In the event of an injury on the course, a member of staff must be informed so that they can offer treatment to prevent serious injury and enable the participant to complete the race distance if possible (the mobile health unit will be available to provide on-the-spot treatment).
2. You are not allowed to litter any part of the course with trash, equipment, or any form of plastic. Should a participant be found in breach of this rule, an official or member of staff will provide a warning. Should that participant breach this rule again, their race number will be reported to the central committee, who may decide to immediately disqualify them.
3. This event will not involve any timing of participants.
4. Runners are unable to change their route or distance once they have successfully registered to collect their race kit. The organizers reserve the right to use photographs taken during this event for informational purposes following the event. These will only be used as a sponsorship report, distributed in hard copy only. The organizers have no commercial intent in using these images for public relations purposes.
5. All registered runners must adhere to the guidelines provided by the organizers. Event officials will strictly enforce these rules, so participants must abide by their decisions. Please speak politely, and refrain from shouting, using offensive language or engaging in aggressive behavior towards staff, judges or fellow participants. In the event of non-compliance a warning will be issued, and the offender may be disqualified from the race. In cases of violent conduct during the event, the organizers reserve the right to take legal action and file charges if such actions result in damage to the organization, sponsors or involved parties.

Participants Will Receive the Following:

1. Race bib set comprising a waterproof number tag and the participant's name, along with four safety pins.
2. Commemorative shirt according to the size specified upon registration.
3. Commemorative medal for all participants who complete the race.
4. ECO breakfast service packaged with environmentally friendly materials and biodegradable paper to help play a part in environmental conservation.
5. Drinking water service at designated water stations along the running route and at the finish line. Please note that all drinking water will be poured into paper cups.
6. Accident insurance with coverage up to 100,000 THB.
7. Mobile health unit from Samitivej Hospital.
8. Security personnel who will ensure safety throughout the route.
9. Participation in activity checkpoints along the registered distance.

January 19 - 20, 2024

• Time : 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Venue : Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital
• Google Map : https://maps.app.goo.gl/Cz9VSe1EFDafT9Es9

Please bring the following documents when collecting your race kit:

• Your tracking number or barcode (from confirmation email, or check numbers here)
• ID card or passport

Participants who are unable to collect their own race kit during the specified times can authorize a representative to collect the race kit on their behalf by ensuring that person brings the following documents:

• The participant’s tracking number or barcode (from confirmation email, or check numbers here)
• The representative’s ID card or passport
• A copy of the participant’s ID card or passport

Sunday, January 21, 2024

Nong Bon Lake Park, Prawet, Bangkok

## Download the Well by Samitivej application https://qrco.de/beCAGO

You are able to assess your disease risk using the Health Checkup function, which provides a range of health risk assessments including for heart disease, diabetes, colon cancer, stroke, and obesity. These assessments will help you prepare for any upcoming running event.

You are able to create a training plan using the Fit function, which is an effective tool for those preparing for a running event as it utilizes an AI system to design an exercise plan that is tailored to individual needs and goals. When you start using the function, select your goals such as ‘Practice for marathon’ or ‘Start running.’ The system will comprehensively assess your health and then provide you with a workout plan for your training.

Terms and conditions for Advance Bone Densitometer and VO2 Max examination

1. A privilege exclusively reserved for finishers.
2. Advance Bone Densitometer and VO2 Max examination can be utilized from February 1 through June 30, 2024.
3. Please make an appointment in advance. Advance Bone Densitometer: Appointments can be made at the Spine and Joint Center, email: info@samitivej.co.th. VO2 Max examination: Appointments can be made at the Rehabilitation Center, email: info@samitivej.co.th.
4. Recipients of this privilege who are unable to redeem services may transfer its use to another person as long as they do so in advance and inform the relevant parties of this change.
5. This privilege cannot be exchanged for cash.
6. This is a single-use privilege.
7. Services are exclusively available at Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital.

Official Facebook : Age Friendly Run by Samitivej

For information on how to apply (RunLah), please visit:

• Facebook : m.me/RunLah

(10:00 - 17:00 Mon - Fri)