{"id":575,"date":"2026-02-10T09:34:36","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T01:34:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.runforgold.my\/staging\/?p=575"},"modified":"2026-02-10T10:43:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T02:43:09","slug":"lims-2200-km-run-for-childhood-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.runforgold.my\/ms\/lims-2200-km-run-for-childhood-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"Lim\u2019s 2,200 km run for childhood cancer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Retiree Lim Shyang Guey is training for a strenuous physical journey across Peninsular Malaysia to raise funds for cancer awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.runforgold.my\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lims-2200-km-run-for-childhood.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-578\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lim Shyang Guey training for his run at Taman Rimba Kiara in Kuala Lumpur. (Fauzi Yunus @ FMT Lifestyle)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">KUALA LUMPUR: Lim Shyang Guey had a simple dream. When he retired, he imagined embarking on a \u201cCuti-Cuti Malaysia\u201d expedition with a difference: walking the length of Peninsular Malaysia with his wife, Goh Joo Lee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, in August 2024, his wife of over 37 years passed away from gallbladder cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heart-broken but resolute, Lim decided to push ahead with the dream, this time running across Malaysia to raise funds and awareness for children with cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Lim\u2019s 2,200km run for childhood cancer\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w4a5zzBPdIU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cI plan to go through all 11 states and federal territories in Peninsular Malaysia. I think it will probably take me about 2,200 km, and last about 90 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cI hope to end around June 21, just in time for my 67th birthday the next day,\u201d Lim told FMT Lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cI think it\u2019s going to be quite a challenge. But even when I\u2019m tired, I think to myself, how much more tired people with cancer and their caregivers must be.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.runforgold.my\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lims-2200-km-run-for-childhood-1.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-577\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lim and his late wife Joo Lee after a run in Sept 2023. (Lim Shyang Guey pic)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Born in Penang, Lim moved to Hong Kong in 2000, where he currently resides: he has also worked in Singapore, New Zealand, and Malaysia. He retired in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While this run is a herculean feat, the athletic Lim is up for the challenge. After all, he has climbed Mount Kinabalu twice, and completed over 15 half-marathons across four continents, including one on the Great Wall of China. Last year, he ran the Sydney Marathon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cFor all the half marathons I went on, Joo Lee was my greatest supporter. She was always there to help and cheer me on,\u201d Lim reminisced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.runforgold.my\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lims-2200-km-run-for-childhood-2.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-579\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The late Joo Lee after completing her first half marathon in 2023. (Lim Shyang Guay pic)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The father of two is currently back in the country to acclimatise himself to running in Malaysian weather, and is excited about kicking off his journey on March 28.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He has named his mission \u201cRun for Gold\u201d after the gold ribbon used to symbolise childhood cancer awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cI intend to run 25-35 km daily with rest days in between, staying preferably at homestays with a host or shared accommodations. Due to the heat, I will probably try to start very early, like 5.30am. Waking up so early is going to be tough!\u201d he said, laughing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.runforgold.my\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lims-2200-km-run-for-childhood-3.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-580\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lim believes this run will be one of his most challenging. (Fauzi Yunus @ FMT Lifestyle)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He will be accompanied by a two-person team, travelling with him by car to ensure he remains sufficiently fed and hydrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lim will begin his run from the National Cancer Society Malaysia\u2019s Home of Hope on Penang Island, then take a ferry to Butterworth before heading north to Perlis. From there, he will traverse to the East Coast, travel south to Johor Bahru, then up to Melaka \u2013 a particularly meaningful stop, as it is where Joo Lee grew up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cBeing in Melaka that day will bring back many memories of the time Joo Lee and I were there with her family or exploring the town and enjoying the food together. She had a keen interest in researching about and understanding her Peranakan heritage,\u201d Lim said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Melaka, Lim will head to Kuala Lumpur to attend a major event with the National Cancer Society of Malaysia, the beneficiary of his fundraising efforts. From there he\u2019ll head north to Ipoh before completing the run back in Penang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He said crossing the west coast to the east coast will be tough because of the hilly terrain. There are also the elephants to look out for, Lim laughed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a grand finale, Lim plans to run non-stop around Penang Island on the day of his return. This will be a punishing 78km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.runforgold.my\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Lims-2200-km-run-for-childhood-4.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-581\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lim completed the Sydney Marathon early this year. (Lim Shyang Guey pic)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cYes, this is a solo run, but I\u2019d love for people to come join me on my journey. We can walk or run together for a while. We don\u2019t have to go too far. I welcome everyone to come to be part of this memorable and worthy event, no registration required,\u201d Lim said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cI think this is a good way for people like me, the senior generation, to still contribute to society and help others. I hope this ultimately helps to spread awareness about childhood cancer.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For more information on \u2018RunForGold\u2019, visit their&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.runforgold.my\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">website<\/a>. You can also follow Lim Shyang Guey on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sglim88\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;or email him at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:sglim88@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sglim88@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Wish to donate to the National Cancer Society of Malaysia? Here\u2019s how:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bank:<\/strong>&nbsp;Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Account number:<\/strong>&nbsp;1408 200 1313 2532<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Original Article : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freemalaysiatoday.com\/category\/leisure\/2026\/01\/08\/lims-2200-km-run-for-childhood-cancer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lim\u2019s 2,200 km run for childhood cancer<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Retiree Lim Shyang Guey is training for a strenuous physical journey across Peninsular Malaysia to raise funds for cancer awareness. KUALA LUMPUR: Lim Shyang Guey had a simple dream. When he retired, he imagined embarking on a \u201cCuti-Cuti Malaysia\u201d expedition with a difference: walking the length of Peninsular Malaysia with his wife, Goh Joo Lee. 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