Updates

Honest. Everytime when I log in, I am at a lost. Firstly, with the heading. Secondly, what should I write about. Hahahaha....

16th May marked the end of my post graduate course. Since securing a 2nd upper class hons, I am not sure what is in-store for me. But I still want to continue to further my study and research methodology which I enjoyed very much during the pass 2 years. (like real)

With the end of the paper chase, I have all the time in the world to swim, bike and run. However, for some 'specify' reasons, I did not managed the time well and let it slip away. I am guilty of wasting time on the cable TV programmes (History channel / National Geography / Discovery channel etc).

In June, during the H1N1 pandemic flu period, I left for a short vacation in Hong Kong. In July, my team (team Seamonsta) and I took part in my 'first' overseas triathlon race in Malaysia, Port Dickson. I enjoyed this race very much. maybe with the accompany of team mates, haha..

In August, I took part in Osim Triathlon. Nothing to cheer about. 16th August, I ran the worst race in my entire running history, the Army Half Marathon, which I dun feel like talk about it.

I am now on a control diet. Drinking 4 litres of water a day. 2 slice of bread and 1 cup of coffee for breakfast. For lunch, I had noodles in clear soup with no oil, just noodles with fishballs. Sometime I will have economical rice, with 5 table spoon of rice and 2 vegetables. For dinner, I will have 3-4 table spoon of rice with some vegetables and no meat. I only take what my body requires for workout.

Last week, I managed to clock a total of 114 laps in the swimming pool on 4 different days. Rode a total of 80km (Mandai loop and Coastal loop) and run a total mileage or 20km. All within a week.

I don't know what am I doing. With no clear objective in mind and nothing to focus on, I simply do it. Even I find it strange and hard to believe.

My wife asked me, what's wrong with you? but I do not have an answer for her. I only know that from now, in what ever I do, I will do to my best ability and will not slack for what ever reasons.

Perhaps, I am secretly aiming towards completing Aviva 70.3 Ironman with an acceptable timing bah....

Life & Death

These few weeks, I have been bolted with loads bad news. 20 June 2009, one of our newbie rider, Michael Chin, age 42, from Joyriders passed away during our Saturday Eastern Newbie ride.

26 June 2009, another shocking news. The king of Pop, Michael Jackson, age 50, passed away. No doubt I am not related to him, but I have grew up together with his songs and dance movement.

28 June 2009, another of my friend, Calvin aka RaveTall, age 43, passed away. Somehow, when we grow older, it seems that we are witnessing more death as compare to birth. Maybe thats life bah.

Cherish what you have in life. Love those people around you. Take advantage of all favourable situation and make the best out of it. Lastly, live life to the fullest. Because I will never know when its my turn to leave this world.

What a swim

After several months, I decided to jump-start my afternoon swim during my short lunch break.

Looking out the window, the sky doesn't look promissing. At the stroke of twelve, I locked up my office and headed for my car. A safe and quick 10mins drive, I reached home ground, SAFRA Tampines.

Changed into my pair of new swimming trunk, I head out to the pool. Hmmm.... It seems rather empty. Once in the pool, I started to propel ahead. Managed to swim 10 laps within 15 mins. made a quick dash to the shower room for a quick bath.

Make it back to the office at 12.50pm. Have a quick bite of Bee Hoon which I had 'ta bao' this morning and swing into action by 1.00pm.

Result: Satisfaction and happy with the swim. I am glad that I have gone for the swim.

One down, one to go (biking) before I end my day.

Updates

In 2 weeks time, all my weeks of bicks training at Mandai will be put into test at Port Dickson International Triathlon. I have been with Team Seamonta for about 1 year. I have to admit that I swim so much better, fast and comfortable.

Last week, we had a swim at Changi Ferry Terminal (Super low tide). Everyone of us swam about 500m out from the shoreline. Out of no where, a ferry boat sounded its honk at us. I have never swam so close o a BIG ferry boat. Scary.....We were so frightened that we may get suck in by the waves.. Close call.

Back on the bike leg. I was able to maintain at 32-34km/h along coastal, selarang loop and Hendon loop. But....I cheated on the running leg. Hahaha. Too hungry to run liao.

Yesterday evening, I tried to put what I have previously read and understand into pratical test. The power of Chi Running. After the run, I wasn't tired or shack after my run. I was able to increase my running pace.

During the run, I was able to consistently focus on my breathing. In order for me to breath better, I raised my head alittle and look out for road markers , such as traffic lights and road sign. (Previously, I alway look on the ground). Hence, I truely enjoyed yesterday run. (6km in 41mins thats about 7mins km/h)

I will try again on Thurday evening to confirm that I have somehow understand the profound of Chi Running.

This evening is back on the saddle with Benson and Wee san at Coastal and Selarang.

Riding

After a hard day of work, I decided to go for a quick spin. Get dress up, conduct a quick check on the tire pressure and brakes, move out of the house by 6.45pm.

While riding towards coastal, met a fellow rider on a Look bike. I decided to just draft behind him comfortably. Once we hit the straight and long coastal road, I overtook him orderly and show my good-will gesture and thank him for allowing me to draft behind him. Thanks. Off I sped towards the end of coastal.

I was unable to maintain in aero position for long. Having switch from top to aero 3 times along the 5km stretch. Unlike Sunday evening, I was able to keep in aero position for the entire journey. Hmmm...Wondering whats wrong with me today. Pace was reasonable between 34 - 36km/h along the way.

Once at Loyang Ave, spotted a truck which was travelling at about 50km/h I gave chase. Drafting behind the truck was fast and fun (47km/h) but rather dangerous. Hehehe.... Bad thought started to run wild in my mind. If that driver jammed his brakes, I am gona hit real hard from behind. Scary! I decided to let it go.

Climbing up both slopes, Loyang Ave and Loyang way, were easy. Along the way, I kept the speed at 34km/h. Made a choice to do the Hendon Camp stretch. The road leading towards Changi Village was empty and the surrounding area is so quiet. Aiyo, it is so scary, I sped off as quick as I can.

On coastal towards the city direction, wind direction is not on my side. At first (near the cargo complex) it was cross wind, then along coastal it was headwind. Managed to maintain the speed between 31-32km/h till the end of coastal. Hmmm... Riding on coastal road in the night seems to be like a endless road leh....

Once completed what i have set for, I decided to detour to Expo and kaypo (check out) on the JR eastern boys. Wah....What a BIG turn out. Fuji Kelvin, Sparten John, Jonhson duck and the rest of the gang members were all there. Looks like a fun ride yet deadly. My guess was right after reading Shaun and Michelle comment on their facebook, 48km/h can still kena dropped like hot potato. Scary...

The next thought hat comes to my mind is, should I join them or should I not?....Hmmm.

Today

My blog died of natural death for the pass 6 months. Understand that keeping a blog page without any updating is as good as giving birth to a child, leaving it alone and witnessing it dying off.

From today onwards, I shall keep my blog alive, I try. Giving greater details and more lengthy account of whats new and happening.

For the pass 6 months, many things and incidents zipped by my life. From completing my studies and joining new group, it has make my life more meaningful than ever.