Went for my swim trial yesterday at Yishun SAFRA.
41min for 1.5km in the pool! Exceeded the cut-off by 1min!
There are always many reasons why failure happens:
1. I did only 1km for training prior to this. It's been 13 years since I last swam such a long distance, after dislocating my shoulders
2. Wrong swim trunk. I grabbed the wrong pair on the way out. Instead, was wearing this cotton ARENA tights that is one size too large! My backside was in danger of being exposed when I kick off the wall. Hence, I lost some valuable seconds for not kicking off to preserve my modesty.
3. There was a babe in bikini swimming in the open lanes next to me. I slowed down to be in view of camel toes. Yes, I is cheekopeh. haha
Hence, I shall:
1. Train harder. My target will be min 3km every week after SCSM and right up to my next swim trial. I will need help to improve my technique too.
2. Buy a proper pair of SPEEDO trunks. Shall get the smallest size available to make my body streamlined. :P Getting a pair of new goggles that don't leak should help too.
3. Use dark-coloured goggles or be blind as a bat to avoid external distraction. Shall try to practise sonar navigation.
I WILL PASS IT NEXT TIME ROUND!
Thursday, November 29, 2007
SG Biathlon 2008 #3
Training (or lack of it) update
I went for my first swim training last Sunday at Hougang Pool. It was a horrible session as the pool was packed like a sardine can. Wasted more energy "siaming" people than swimming properly. In the end, swam 20 laps and left the pool in a huff.
After that, went for a run straight. First BRICK! woohoo.Did 12km unknowingly because I remembered the distance wrongly from MapMyRun.
All these while I was trying out my new HRM. It didn't work properly in the water so I won't try using it for swim training again.
I burnt 1,400 kCal during my run. I can hear my FATS sizzling away into oblivion already. :)
I went for my first swim training last Sunday at Hougang Pool. It was a horrible session as the pool was packed like a sardine can. Wasted more energy "siaming" people than swimming properly. In the end, swam 20 laps and left the pool in a huff.
After that, went for a run straight. First BRICK! woohoo.Did 12km unknowingly because I remembered the distance wrongly from MapMyRun.
All these while I was trying out my new HRM. It didn't work properly in the water so I won't try using it for swim training again.
I burnt 1,400 kCal during my run. I can hear my FATS sizzling away into oblivion already. :)
Running in Punggol
Jovene & hubby invited us (mostly from #ahhhhhhhh IRC channel eons ago) for a potluck at their new place in Punggol.
Decided to do a short distance run in my new NB gear (bought at NB warehouse sale) and 1 day old HRM.
Nice, cool and flat run around Punggol district. Distance covered was about 7km, I did some loops here and there to make up for the distance.
Total calories burnt was 500 kCal. Not too bad. One bad thing about the HRM, I pay too much attention to it and am bothered to find out that the my HR hovers above 155 most of the time. I had to slow down a few time to bring it down to 145-153.
Will need to study heart rate training in more details and perhaps adjust my fitness setting. The problem was that I wasn't event panting or feeling tired when I ran. Perhaps I should have taken more fluid beforehand to hydrate properly.
Decided to do a short distance run in my new NB gear (bought at NB warehouse sale) and 1 day old HRM.
Nice, cool and flat run around Punggol district. Distance covered was about 7km, I did some loops here and there to make up for the distance.
Total calories burnt was 500 kCal. Not too bad. One bad thing about the HRM, I pay too much attention to it and am bothered to find out that the my HR hovers above 155 most of the time. I had to slow down a few time to bring it down to 145-153.
Will need to study heart rate training in more details and perhaps adjust my fitness setting. The problem was that I wasn't event panting or feeling tired when I ran. Perhaps I should have taken more fluid beforehand to hydrate properly.
Listening to my body
Collected the SCSM racepack last saturday with ChenMunn and gf.
After that we headed to the Polar store to buy my first HRM. Ended up spending $277 on the F55 in Lava Aluminum! Now I can count calories and clocked my training properly. Downside is the footpod package is out of my budget. I will still need to rely on MapMyRun to "agar agar" plan/ check my training distance.
Horror story. Being the cheapo that I am, I tried to get coerced some free gift from Chen Munn's friend Adrian whom he was having a conversation with. I only came to realise later that he's Singapore fastest ironman! *gulp* Better keep my mouth shut next time at such places.
After that we headed to the Polar store to buy my first HRM. Ended up spending $277 on the F55 in Lava Aluminum! Now I can count calories and clocked my training properly. Downside is the footpod package is out of my budget. I will still need to rely on MapMyRun to "agar agar" plan/ check my training distance.
Horror story. Being the cheapo that I am, I tried to get coerced some free gift from Chen Munn's friend Adrian whom he was having a conversation with. I only came to realise later that he's Singapore fastest ironman! *gulp* Better keep my mouth shut next time at such places.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
10+ days and counting
My second 1/2 marathon coming and training so far has been satisfactory. Short(5-6km) and Long(10-12km) on alternate days with 1-2 days off per week.
Slow but steadily, I'm starting to feel good about my own body and stamina level. Aching or sore knees are no longer issues but my dehyration rate is still too fast, I think.
My 2L hydration pack does wonder during my long run. But carrying it makes me look like ninja turtle.
The NB dri-fit are starting to stink even after washing from over-usage. But its all good. I'm getting some new Adidas gear at 30% discount from a lobang gotten over last weekend. Woohoo!
Next Tues is my swim trial for Sg biathlon. No swim time clocked yet. I'm dead meat. Thank god for the 3 trials allowed though. I will make it, I promise.
Slow but steadily, I'm starting to feel good about my own body and stamina level. Aching or sore knees are no longer issues but my dehyration rate is still too fast, I think.
My 2L hydration pack does wonder during my long run. But carrying it makes me look like ninja turtle.
The NB dri-fit are starting to stink even after washing from over-usage. But its all good. I'm getting some new Adidas gear at 30% discount from a lobang gotten over last weekend. Woohoo!
Next Tues is my swim trial for Sg biathlon. No swim time clocked yet. I'm dead meat. Thank god for the 3 trials allowed though. I will make it, I promise.
Sunday, November 18, 2007
Singapore Biathlon 2008 #2
There's gonna be a swim trial as a pre-requisite for this event.
My training routine up till SCSM 07 shall now comprise of swims between runs.
50m x 30laps at Yishun Country Club on 27th Nov. Hopefully I don't get my biathlon registration rescinded for for failing to clear 1.5km water in 40min.
I really wanna take part in this race.
My training routine up till SCSM 07 shall now comprise of swims between runs.
50m x 30laps at Yishun Country Club on 27th Nov. Hopefully I don't get my biathlon registration rescinded for for failing to clear 1.5km water in 40min.
I really wanna take part in this race.
Rose Sirintip - Gert Maa Kae Ruk Gan (เกิดมาแค่รักกัน)
Born to love you....fantastic cover by Rose but wierd & disturbing mtv.
จากนี้ เธอคงไปดี ก็ขอให้เธอจงสุขสบาย
jaak nee...ter gor kong bai dee...gor kor hai ter jong sook sabai
From now onwards...you probably have a better life and I wish you happiness...
jaak nee...ter gor kong bai dee...gor kor hai ter jong sook sabai
From now onwards...you probably have a better life and I wish you happiness...
What a phrase, it takes much courage to say it to someone you love so much but having to let her/him go eventually
Song translation here.
Saturday, November 17, 2007
Rose Sirintip - Superman (It's Not Easy)
My current favorite singer...
I don't just like sweet young things, I'm open to mature ladies with sultry voice as well.
What am i saying?
Silly Fools - Num Lai (น้ำลาย)
Siam Red Hot Chili Pepper!From the old setup of Toe(Vocal), Ton(Guitar), Tor(Drum) and Rang(Bass). P'Toe has since left to form his new gig, Hangman.
A definitive power Siam Rock track. But but....song is about Ruk Ruk (love love) again. Nevertheless, phom chorp!
Translation can be found here.
Pop Calories Blah Blah & Da Endorphine - Mai roo jark chan Mai roo jark ter (ไม่รู้จักเธอไม่รู้จักฉัน)
From my favourite 阿肥 Pop of Calories Blah Blah, teaming up with powerhouse Da of Endorphine. Presenting "Don't understand myself, don't understand you". Another soapy love ballad with catchy tune.
Translation of the song can be found here.
Theme from a very popular thai TV show with a gorgeous female lead. Check out the chio bu in the MTV.
Endorphine - Peuan Sanit (เพื่อนสนิท)
Great old song from Endorphine. Lead singer is a powerhouse but her looks are not too appealing to me.
Translation can be found here.
Isn't the content of the song all too familiar...getting too close but losing love
Running for Life
I've taken up running/ jogging quite seriously of late. Since jogging on a regular basis from May, I've completed Army Half Marathon (21km) and NB Real Run (15km) so far. Not too bad for a fat slob like me.
Next on...Stand Chart Marathon, 21km again. I need to be very comfortable with 21km first before I go for my first full marathon.
So I was reading up on Terry Fox' s Marathon of Hope. A sudden sense of guilt filled me up when I recalled fooling around at Terry Fox Run 2005. I shall take my future Terry Fox runs & races seriously, in dedication of this brave young man who spreaded his love all around.
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