SG Biathlon 2008 #4

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!