What Do We Do After Each Challenge?

So far, for the past 3 challenges, all the RUSH Challenge tasks have taken place during the 840/845pm class slots at Klang Bukit Tinggi, IOI Mall and Leisure Mall. So by the time each of the class ends (and after our photo taking session with the instructors/GXC's and getting our team passport verified) it would probably be about 10pm, and by the time we take another 20 mins to shower, and leave the gym it will be nearing 1030pm.

And normally, we would already be having our dinner at 1030pm.

So what did we do this week after our crazy Jam session at Leisure Mall?

Well, everyone was dead hungry, so we had a great, grand feast!

Nat brought us to this famous hawker center in Cheras (the two giant prawns place) and overthere, each of us ordered our main course while ordering some side dishes....


Colin: Mmmmmmm :P
Jason: Pedas! Pedas! :P (Chicken wing pedas meh?)

There were 5 of us and this is what we ordered:
- Tom Yam Chicken with rice
- Pad Thai
- Fried oyster omellette
- Popiah (3 rolls)
- Satay (20 sticks)
- Chicken Wing (10 pieces)
- Carrot Cake
- Crispy p*** :P



Oh look at the food (or what's left of it!)



Ohhh! Best! Best! :P



Simon: BLEK! :P

Tonight is our 4th Challenge - And it's BodyCombat at FF Wisma Consplant at 840pm. We'll be wearing green tonight, so come and join us for some punches, jabs and kicks tonight!

Also, we have started our coupons sales so pls approach us tonight if you want to buy them! We promise we won't bite! :)



Posted by: Colin
Pics by: Natalie

Challenge 3: Don't Stop The Music!

Yay! We've officially completed 1/3 of the 9 RUSH Challenges so far!

Our 3rd RUSH Challenge was to attend the BodyJam class last night at Leisure Mall. For last night, the team decide to wear all black, and guess what, I guess we're kinda lucky in the sense that we all had a black BodyJam tee/sleeveless to wear!


The RATTs in their matching black BodyJam outfits!

Peter was teaching the class last night, and he told us that he had managed to read our blog before this and yeah, he was gonna KILL! KILL! KILL!!! us all... Muahahahahahah.

Some of Simon's and my favourite tracks were chosen last night during the sardine-packed class - The Shapeshifters started the class off with a "New Day" followed by the ever playful song "Conga" by Gloria Estefan. After that, the cardio level was brought up with Rosabell's "Cha Cha Hell Heels"! For 9 consecutive minutes, everyone in the class were shouting and stomping their feet! Hyper was the word to best describe it! Wooot!

"1, 2, Cha Cha Cha!!!"

The following sub-blocks is one of my personal favourite in the recent few releases... Street Latin was the flava and we started off with Chelo's version of "Cha Cha" followed by the loud and thrashy "Gasolina" by Daddy Yankee feat Pitbull, Lit' Jon and Noreaga.

After that song, we were practically gasping for air as the class was so hyped up and stuffy!

We recovered to the sexy "Rich Girl" by Gwen Stefani before the 2nd block kicked off... And it was... no other... than Rihanna's "Don't Stop The Music" block!!! Woo hooo! We were all having so much fun in this block, the few of us were leaping like mad during the Jungle Jump and we bounced towards the end with each other in a circle... Haha. Very SS already lah I tell you.... :P

We ended the class with "Beautiful Liar" by Beyonce feat. Shakira. I guess all of us really had fun in the class, together with our friends from Leisure Mall.


The RATTs with the obligatory RUSH "Pose" with Peter after the class

After the class, Peter remarked that he would LOVE to see us in his class again for the future upcoming challenges... He hoped that we will 'kena' his BodyStep or BodyPump class which we have not done yet... Hahaha. Am really not sure if we would survive both of those classes... Hahaha.

After the class, we met up with the GXC of Leisure Mall, Winnie to obtain the clue to the 4th RUSH Challenge. Prior to that, we have to submit the clue slip of the 2nd Challenge with the answer to the question - "How many classes does the GXC of IOI teach at IOI Mall?" to Winnie. The correct answer is 5 and we proceeded to collect the next clue also upon the verification of Challenge 3's question (question and answer to be revealed in next entry, ok?)

And our next clue directs us to.... *drum roll*

Fitness First Wisma Consplant this coming Friday for BodyCombat!!!!!!!

So guys and gals, come and join us for some punches, jabs and roundhouse kicks this Friday as we rock Wisma Consplant! WOOOOOT!!!


Posted by: Colin
Pics by: Natalie

Pre-Challenge 3: Ready to Jam!

It seems like only yesterday we've agreed to join this adventure and we are nearly approaching the 1/3 mark of the RUSH '08 Challenge!

Our 3rd Challenge tomorrow is to attend a BodyJam class (Woo hoo! Finally! BodyJam!) at Leisure Mall at 845pm. Peter Chang will be conducting the class again, much to his delight (and also much to our horror) because we don't know how is he going to kill us this time after he finished us off in Attack last Friday. Haha!

All of the RATTer's made an appearance yesterday at The Curve, and our theme last night was white. All teammates wore white, even close friends and supporters too turn up in white so yeah it was quite a fun thing. Thanks guys for being a sport ;)

The team attended a record of three classes yesterday - Jam, Combat and Pump!

My body is still quite sore after the late Pump last night, and my teammates made me go up on the stage to talk about the Miracle event last night. I guess that I was nervous (I had like 10 minutes to think of what to say!) and so the next time we'll send KK (our PR officer, hahahaha) to do the speech. He seems to be quite natural at words, so what say the rest? :P

Jason did his maiden Pump last night in Swee's class and I reckon, like Attack he doesn't really like it, but we still have the Pump challenge to go through... Oh dread. Hahaha.

Also, the team is also in the midst of setting up our coupon sales mechanism, so guys, if you want to buy the coupons, pls get them from any of us ok? We carry limited booklets with us at any one time, so let us know in advance if you need them to make sure that we have them when you wanna buy them. Thanks peeps for your support.

The team will be wearing black today if you are coming to Leisure Mall tonight to join in the Jam class at 840pm. So come and Jam with us, have some great time shaking that booty! See ya all later!

p/s: Peter, my other teammates are SIMON, JASON, KK and NATALIE. Pls remember their names too! :P

Posted by: Colin

Challenge 2: Barely Survivin' Attack!

Haha... I'm pretty sure many of you wanted to know how did things go this evening at IOI Mall... Well let's put it that the class was HYPER and some of us barely survived the torture that we were put through by Peter... :P

As mentioned in the previous posting, our 2nd RUSH Challenge is to attend the BodyAttack class on Friday evening at IOI Mall. Together with it, in the clue slip, we had an additional question - we were supposed to count the number of classes that the GXM of IOI have during the following week of May 23rd to June 1st.

Counting the classes was perhaps the easier part, the class was a totally different thing altogether.

Simon arrived early at IOI and being the crazy class freak that he is, he did BodyJam, BodyCombat and finally the last class BodyAttack. I arrived at the gym slightly before 7pm, and decided to do some 'stretches' and warm up in Brian's BodyBalance at 740pm. Brian did some very memorable Balance tracks, including my fave The Voice Within by Christina Aguilera and back track by Ronan Keating and Le Ann Rimes. Good stuff. Had a good stretch before the Attack class but I guess it wasn't enough..... :p

Jason managed to attend part of the Combat class for warm up, he was afterall still recuperating from his high fever on Monday. Natalie and KK arrived soon after, and for today, we were all dressed in black, and we stood at the corner near the door of the Main Studio.


The RATTs with Attack Drill Sergeant Peter Chang!

I think Peter was kinda excited to find out that his class has been picked for the Attack leg of the RUSH Challenge so I DID think he modified his track listing to torture us a little bit more.... Haha. It was Jason's first time in Attack, but the rest of us have done Attack before, it was still ok but I guess my legs were really giving way.... And it also didn't help when Peter only knows MY name (among all other teams in the class) and I was doing the easy option at most times, if not 'mencuri ayam' merata-rata.... Hahahahah.

"COLIN! 6 INCHES LOWER!"

"COLIN! YOU ARE DOING IT LIKE THIS!" (*obviously wrong way :P)

"COLIN!" "COLIN!" "COLIN!!!!!!!" :P

LOL. I have to say that it brings to memory a similar class that I've attended before in the past... And yes it was Attack as well and the instructor also only knew my name of everyone in the class... Hahaha.

The class was really tough but I'm glad we managed to finish it, despite Jason was still recuperating and Nat's knee is still a little injured. Although the class was really hyper, I guess we really did have FUN and that I guess is the greatest reward of all.


The RATTs striking the official RUSH "Pose" with GXM Alvin Looi

Upon completion of the class, we met up with Alvin to collect the third clue of the RUSH Challenge. For the third RUSH Challenge, teams are required to head over to FF Leisure Mall this coming Tuesday for the 840pm class.... What class is it? Well I'll give you two clues:-

a) You can check out the FF GX Timetable at http://www.fitnessfirst.com.my/ or
b) It's my fave Les Mills GX Class.... :P

Need I say more? Peter must be really excited coz he said he prayed that our following challenges will kena his class and yep, we'll be drill again during his Jam class next week. Cha Cha Heels until we collapse? No More Tears? Don't Stop The Music? Hahhahaha :)

So guys, come and join us next week at Leisure Mall for BodyJam yea! Let's rock the house!

In the meantime, the team will be at our homeclub, FF The Curve for Saturday afternoon's BodyJam, so if ya guys want to buy your coupons from us, pls come and see any of us. If you have any question too, pls come and see us and feel free to ask. We'll try and clarify if you have any doubts on the Miracle 2008 event and mechanism.

Till then, cheerios!

Posted by: Colin
Pics by: Natalie

Pre-Challenge 2: Psych-ing up for Attack!

Just finished a meeting here in the office, our division monthly meeting actually and wooo hooo... We have free lunch in the office today - one of our department is making positive EBIT and we're having pizzas for lunch!

We'll be having our 2nd RUSH Challenge tonight, and for this challenge team members are required to do the BodyAttack class at IOI Mall (840pm). Also, for the first time, an additional question is inserted into the clue slip, so yeah, for the following week we have to go and do some counting.... Hahaha.

Jason is feeling better already, recovering well from his high fever. He was on MC for two days on Tues and Wed; and was back at work yesterday. He says he's ready for Attack tonight (but he's not done Attack before) so yeah I guess it will be FUN FUN FUN :P

Simon is of course quite busy, with practice for his upcoming performances during the last quarter of the year. KK is perhaps one of the busiest person at work that I know (he went back to office AFTER the last RUSH Challenge at FF KBT) and as or me, yeah, have been pretty busy (was working on Wesak Day in the office) with two very lengthy and highly technical tender clarifications to settle. But it's all done with, and I'm enjoying my leisurely Friday afternoon.

Nat on the other hand, got herself slightly injured on her knee when she fell and hit a chair at her house last night. She told me that it was bleeding and she was applying some ice over it, am not sure if she can do the class tonight, but in the case if she decides to, well take it easy ok, gal? Take the easy options... Hehe (like I do, even though I'm not injured... :P)

So we're all pretty much ready for tonight's challenge and not sure what will happen next.... All I can say is that I can't wait for the Jam challenge to come! That'd be fun for sure!

Come and catch us and join in the fun tonight at IOI Mall if you're able to make it for the Attack class later on. We'll be in black, so I guess it will be easy to spot a bunch of crazy guys (and a gal) in black at the back of the class...

See ya!

Posted by: Colin

Challenge 1: Balance is the Key!

We had our team briefing last week on Thursday evening at 9pm at Menara Axis where all team leaders (and most team members) attended. The briefing was conducted by Alvin and Herny, and all of our enquiries and doubts were addressed at the meeting. And at the end of the briefing, we received our first clue:

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Checkpoint 1: Proceed to FF Klang Bukit Tinggi on May 20th to attend a BodyBalance class at 845pm. Upon completion of the challenge, the next clue (for Checkpoint 2) will be issued by the GXC/M upon signing and confirmation of the attendance score card.

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Left work after a heavy workload day (with two meetings, one was scheduled at 8am!) to head over to FF KBT. I've not been there myself before, and frankly to be honest I wasn't too sure of the way there. Printed a location map the previous night so that did help a bit. Nat sms'ed me some directions but I was told not to use the Klang town way as it would be terribly jammed during the evening.

Simon called me on the way and told me that he was waiting for me after the Klang KESAS Toll. It was jammed as I left the office but once I've sneaked into the NKVE it was quite smooth. FF KBT is SOOOO far away, even with using highways it still took me a bout a good 30-35 minutes at top speed to reach the mall. And the shopping mall is HUGE!

We parked outside and rushed inside, hoping to make it time for 'warm-up' aka BodyJam.

It was nice to be able to attend Fifi's class (haven't had the chance to yet!) and frankly, me, Simon and Natalie were simply having fun in the studio, hopping away to Rihanna's Don't Stop The Music. We were also joined by our LM friends in the studio towards the end of the block, and boy it was quite fun! :P

KK arrived bout 15 mins before Jam finished, and our poor Jason is down with high fever. He wanted to come but we (and Aunty Karen) advised him not to as his temperature is rather irregular at the moment. So rest well first ya J! Don't worry, we have another 8 more challenges.... Hahahah. Rest well, get well first and then we all will be back on track.

We registered for the Balance class before the class started, and the class was very full! Michelle was quite surprise to see such a packed class and she didn't know that her class was the first class picked for the Rush 2008 Challenge. Hehe. Surprise, surprise!

The Balance class was good, in fact I liked most of the songs selected. Simon was happy to able to do his fave 'Heaven' again, KK enjoyed the twist track while I enjoyed 'Hurt', 'Goodbye Milky Way' and the relaxation track. Awesome stuff, considering I've not been doing Balance for over two months already.

After the class was over, teams met up with Eric to get their Rush Scorecard signed, and then we we were handed our second clue....

Well, I don't want go give away too much on the second clue to our fellow readers but what I can tell you is that it will take place at FF IOI Mall this Friday 23rd May at 840pm.... (Can come and join us in the class and have fun together!)

Oh well maybe another clue: HIGH intensity and HIGH impact.

I guessed they started us off easy with a gentle Balance class and followed straight away with.... BODYATTACK!!! :P

Hahahhaa. Come and join us in the class while we burn some mega-calories!

Posted by: Colin

~Enjoy The Moments..~

Really glad and honored to be a part of this wonderful team!.. This is really a great competition for myself as I have never joined in previous years.. This is the 1st time.. Well, I feel a little bit of nervous.. Also, excited!!..

For me, the competition is all about the Process!.. No matter at the end of the competition, our team can get into the Final or not.. I will still enjoy the process as much as I could!.. It is really not easy to commit ourselves into this very competition.. And, definitely not easy to get the same "channel" of team mates.. So far, I am pretty happy to be a part of this team where I really could feel the correct flow in 5 of us.. Of course, nothing is Perfect.. But still, I am wishing for the best!..

The 1st challenge is coming.. Tomorrow, Body Balance class.. I am sick now.. Hopefully tomorrow I will recover lor!.. Anyway, anyhow.. I wish to tell all the RATTers.. Enjoy the Moments!!.. No matter win or lose.. We will always stay together and we enjoy the whole process.. That's the most importance, isn't it?..

~J~
Jason Siah
3.16pm 19th May 2008

About the Miracle '08 RUSH Challenge! (Updated 26th May 2008)

Well guys, here are some info on the Rush '08 Challenge that is currently taking place before the Miracle '08 Grand Finale on 21st June, Saturday at the Piazza area, The Curve from 10am - 7pm.

The RATTs' Part

Well for the first part of the RUSH '08 Challenge, teams need to complete a series of 9 Checkpoint Tasks which will take place across all FF Clubs in the Klang Valley. At each of the Checkpoint, a task needs to be completed, and in the case of the first three clues, the task is actually attending a group exercise class! Starting from the 2nd Checkpoint onwards, we also have some additional tasks to do, and to it's still a mystery to us because we don't know what's coming (and it's different for each Checkpoint! :) )

Upon completion of each class, for each member's attendance, a team will be awarded 10 points. If all 5 members turn up for the challenge, the team will receive a bonus of 10 points (overall 60 points) for the checkpoint.

At the end of the RUSH '08 Challenge, the top 2/3/4 teams with the highest points and coupon sales will proceed to the finals. At the Grand Finale, all qualified teams will put up a 5-minutes performance to boost up donations and collections from the general public. So don't miss this chance to see us perform, have fun, having some laughs while doing your part for charity! :)


So What Can YOU do?

We only ask that you do your part for charity.

Help us to raise funds for the China Earthquake Relief Efforts under the umbrella of MERCY Malaysia (Letter, Website) and also to benefit the residents of the KIRTARSH Handicapped and Disabled Children's Home (Letter 1, Letter 2) .

You can purchase the Miracle '08 Coupons from us (each booklet is valued at RM50) and you can use the coupons to exchange them for the classes passes to attend the Launch of the new Les Mills Group Exercise classes. All new releases for the Les Mills Group Exercise program (BodyJam, BodyBalance, BodyCombat, BodyStep, BodyAttack, BodyPump, and RPM) will be launched that day!

Alternatively, you may use the coupons to exchange them for a host of food, drinks and items (from various corporate sponsors) on the Grand Finale day itself! Or just simply donate them into the Charity Boxes provided!

Please note that all collections collected throughout the event will be donated 100% to charity.

Please support our team "The RATTs" and purchase your coupon booklets from us. Contact us via email at colinpang@yahoo.com , apamacam@gmail.com or jasonsiah@gmail.com to obtain the coupons or get them when you meet any of us in the gym. In the meantime, if you have any enquiries regarding the coupons, you can send us a text message to 012-3117657 and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

So guys and gals, come and JOIN us in this adventure - have some good laughs, make some new friends and have FUN while doing your small part to help those who are in suffering and in need.


Posted by: Colin

We're The RATTs !!!

(This entry has been dated 2009 to bring it to the top of our blog at all times. For our progress, please read all the entries below! Thank you for your visit and your support!)

Hey there!

Welcome to our humble blog for The RATTs, which we will be using to blog about our adventures and fun times during the Fitness First Miracle '08 RUSH Challenge. The RUSH Challenge will take place over the next four weeks before the Miracle '08 Grand Finale on 21st June 2008 (Saturday) at the Piazza Area, The Curve.


The RATTs (L->R): Simon, KK, Natalie, Colin & Jason

Why are we doin this? Some people asked. And our answer is simple.

There's nothing better than having fun and laughter with your close friends - and in the process doing our small part for charity - lending our helping hands to our dear friends at Kirtarsh Handicapped and Disabled Children's Home (Letter 1, Letter 2) and MERCY Malaysia for the China Earthquake Relief Efforts (Letter, Website).

To learn more about how you can help to contribute towards this good cause - click here

If you have any enquiries or if you want to get your coupons from us, pls drop me us your contact by commenting in this entry or by sending an email to colinpang@yahoo.com , apamacam@gmail.com or jason_siah@hotmail.com and we'll try to get back at you as soon as we can. Or alternatively, pls send us a sms at 012-3117657 and we'll get back to you!

Corporate donations are welcomed (account numbers can be forwarded upon request) and we stress that all donations collected will be 100% donated to charity.

So guys and gals, come and join us in this adventure - have some good laughs, make some new friends and have FUN while doing your bit for charity.

Things can't get any better than this! Really!

Posted by: Colin