Malaysians can do a 'running holiday' at these international marathons

Soak in the electrifying energy at the Tokyo Marathon. — Photos: Wikimedia Commons

People pick up running for a variety of reasons. Whether it’s to improve fitness or getting over a heartache, there are certainly many physical, mental and emotional benefits to the sport.

One of those “perks” is travelling to compete in races. More than just a change of your usual route, joining a marathon abroad also presents the opportunity to see new sights, learn new cultures and taste tantalising food (with less guilt after burning all those calories while running!).