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Spic Co., Ltd. started club activities in May 2024 with the aim of improving employees' views on health and deepening friendships beyond the boundaries of the workplace.
Through a wide range of activities, we aim to stimulate communication within the company and deepen ties with society, thereby creating new value for Spic's future.
In particular, the running club, as a company headquartered in Shonan/Kamakura, has set a goal of participating in the Shonan International Marathon in order to liven up the local area, and made that dream come true on December 1st.

Lypo-C supports all runners

At Spic, the Running Club entered the Shonan International Marathon, which was their goal, and so they decided to set up a booth at the event. In order to support all the runners, including employees, who participated in the event, they set up a booth where people could charge their Lypo-C, and many runners stopped by to get plenty of Vitamin C before and after their runs.

Why Vitamin C for Runners?

When you sweat while running, your body is prone to losing vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C. In addition, the heavy load on your entire body increases oxidative stress, which can cause damage to muscles and cells.
Vitamin C is an important nutrient that helps runners continue their training with a healthy body and is also essential for recovery after a run.

[Special Content] Interview with Ultra Runner Myako

We conducted an interview with ultra runner Myako, the official ambassador for the Shonan International Marathon.


Ultra Runner Myako
He has a brilliant track record, including completing a full marathon in under two hours and winning the 100km ultra marathon, and is currently spreading the joy of running on YouTube!

Myako, who also shares the joy of running on her own YouTube channel, talked to us about everything from preparing for a full marathon to recovering after finishing.

Q: What is the condition before the race?
A week before the race, I try to reduce the amount of practice I do. This is called peaking, and it's a way to prepare myself to perform at my best in the actual race. Specifically, I limit myself to running 2-3 days a week, and adjust my training so that I can approach the race with a feeling of "I haven't run enough, I want to run faster."
In terms of diet, I do something called carb loading, which involves eating a lot of carbohydrates from two days before the race to store energy in my body.
Marathon training is important, but so is managing your physical condition, especially lack of sleep. I feel that maintaining a good daily foundation is important for maintaining good physical condition.


Q: What do you think about while running a race?
I usually just space out. I look at the scenery and place names that come into view naturally, and talk to runners nearby while I run.
I'm always thinking positive things, looking forward to the water stations and finding friends to cheer me on.


Q: How do you recover after a race?
After a race, I take in a lot of amino acids so that my body doesn't feel fatigued. I also use a massage gun to massage my legs.
Another thing I always do is alternate between hot and cold water baths. In my case, I massage my legs while soaking in the bathtub for about three minutes, then soak in a cold bath for 30 seconds. I repeat this three times and my fatigue goes away.
Since I get a lot of sun exposure, I want to make sure my skin is well moisturized and keeps it looking nice.


Q: Please tell us the story that inspired you to start running.
I've loved running since I was a student, but what really got me interested in marathons was actually a 100km marathon. I took on the challenge to commemorate my graduation from university with the thought of "I want to do something interesting," and looking back, I think it was a reckless attempt, but that was the trigger that got me hooked on running.
The 100km marathon is more like an adult outing, where you talk to everyone and aim for the same goal, rather than a competitive race. It's fun, like a journey, where you call out to each other and help each other, and eat delicious local food along the way. I feel like I've discovered the joy of running.


▼Click here for the interview video

summary

Participating in marathon events began with the launch of the running club. Through our work with Myako, Lypo-C will continue to support those who love running, for the sake of the future health of runners.

We have also prepared a special quiz and survey for all runners who enjoy running.
Lypo-C helps you recover after your run.

▼Quizzes and surveys can be found here
RUN with Lypo-C TRYOUT/Feeling Check



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Ultra Runner Myako
He has a brilliant track record, including completing a full marathon in under two hours and winning the 100km ultra marathon, and is currently spreading the joy of running on YouTube!

Instagram: @myaco_run
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@myacorun