To save my readers the agony of going through a very long post, I have split my year end report into two.
You can read my mid-year report here.
Started off the 2nd half of 2008 with OSIM Triathlon.
A year of agonising wait and the race is here again.
For me, the race has lost it lustre somewhat.
In 2007, it is suppose to be my first triathlon.
But when the race comes around, I have already completed a Sprint and Olympic Distance Triathlon each.
And having done my OD Triathlon in Bintan, I know that there is no way TAS is able to match up to Tribob's organisation.
To make things worse, I change a new pair of tires at the eleventh hour. Manage to do a few loops at the car park to get used to the tires though. =p
Swim was tough, but I manage to scrap through.
Bike was enjoyable and then it was down to my most hated discipline, run.
My legs was cramping BIG time and my body was overheating. So it was a wonderful relief when a downpour came in the middle of the run.
Did a better run than the one I did during Bintan OD Tri, ensuring a PB. =)
A week later, it was Trilympics Dream 2008.
A charity spinning event which I completed 40km comfortably.
Mizuno Wave Run
After last year's disastrous organisation, I was hesitant to sign up for it this year.
But I decided to give VGO a chance and I was not disappointed.
Route was well defined, baggage deposit was properly organised.
I completed the race together with a good friend, Esther.
2 weeks later, it is Pearl Izumi Pure Run 20km.
It is equivalent to a training run just before the Army Half Marathon.
With the chiongsters from SAFRA and SGRunners, I am glad that I managed to finish second last.
I missed Run NUS 2008, as Sean has indicated his early arrival.
Army Half Marathon
Without any training since Pearl Izumi 20km, I know I am going to suffer during this race. Just that I never expect to suffer so badly.
10km and I am done for the day. It was a painful 11km walk to the Finish Line.
Complete the race in a horrendous 3 hours 33 minutes.
Swing KPE
Another month of no exercise, even a 10km run is hard to conquer.
Walked most of the distance and complete the run in 1 hour 33 minutes.
FINA Open Water Swim
My first swim race. Somehow I know I am not gonna hate this race.
It is the only triathlon discipline which I know I can just go there and complete it comfortably.
So even without any swim since OSIM Triathlon, I did not suffer.
First time I refuel in the swim and I must admit that it was fun. =)
Completed the 3km swim in 1 hour 45 minutes.
Run for Hope. Decided to skip the race for the 10th consecutive year even though I signed up for it. =p
Doing my part for charity. =)
New Balance Real Run
A blazing hot day for a run.
The new route is a welcome change.
Running routes in Singapore are getting too monotonous.
Did not set any expectations for the run, so I am just glad that I manage to complete the run without injuries.
OSIM Corporate Triathlon
Early in the morning, got 2 calls from friends living in the East.
Both are comptemplating not going for the race cos of the rain.
I did not sign up to flush my money down the drain cos of rain. Hehe...
Was glad I went and completed the race.
Enjoyable short distance (200m) swim.
Tiring bike and run though.
Spend 2 hours washing the gears after the race, but throughly enjoyed the process.
Pearl Izumi Pure Run 30km
DNS. My legs are still okay after the OSIM Corporate Triathlon.
Did not wanna go due to the lack of training.
Missed out on Salomon X-Trail Run as it falls on the same day as Pearl Izumi Pure Run 30km.
Decided not to sign up for Swissotel Vertical Marathon, although I have pledge myself to indulge in the annual bird's eye view.
Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon
DNS. I hit an all time high of 5 DNS this year.
Much as I wanted to go and walk the entire race, my knees just won't allow it.
Guess my legs are just trying to save my knees from further damages so that I can continue to enjoy my sports.
Let's Take A Walk
I knew that it won't be a walk in the park.
But I never knew that I will succumb to blisters.
Nonetheless, it is a learning experience for me.
MR25 Ultra-Marathon
Due to blisters and non-training, I know it will be dumb to attempt the distance again.
There is always another year to fulfill this distance.
Well, that sums up my entire races experience for 2008.
See ya guys next year!
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Why Am I Running
This question started bothering me today.
I just do not know why I keep asking myself that...
I guess months of inertia can cause that.
Why am I putting myself through all the hurt and pain.
My left knee is still hurting even though I did not run... =(
Why do I want to run to hurt myself?
I am wondering if I can brave the roads again on my beloved Cervelo...
Do I still know how to unclip when I approach traffic lights or will I trip over...
I wish I could drop everything and just go running after work or in the wee hours of the morning.
But things have been pretty unpredictable and I cannot leave all three kids to my wife or mum who will have to handle the three kids singlehandley.
Sacrifices has to be made.
I am wondering if I had made the wrong choices by signing up for the 2009 races and hope to complete the race with no or minimal training.
I wanted to lose weight and the easiest way to do that is by running.
But I hate controlling my diet and by running, I can actually bypass this choice.
Hope I wake up with a clearer mind tomorrow.
Self Doubt is my worst enemy right now...
Good nite...
I just do not know why I keep asking myself that...
I guess months of inertia can cause that.
Why am I putting myself through all the hurt and pain.
My left knee is still hurting even though I did not run... =(
Why do I want to run to hurt myself?
I am wondering if I can brave the roads again on my beloved Cervelo...
Do I still know how to unclip when I approach traffic lights or will I trip over...
I wish I could drop everything and just go running after work or in the wee hours of the morning.
But things have been pretty unpredictable and I cannot leave all three kids to my wife or mum who will have to handle the three kids singlehandley.
Sacrifices has to be made.
I am wondering if I had made the wrong choices by signing up for the 2009 races and hope to complete the race with no or minimal training.
I wanted to lose weight and the easiest way to do that is by running.
But I hate controlling my diet and by running, I can actually bypass this choice.
Hope I wake up with a clearer mind tomorrow.
Self Doubt is my worst enemy right now...
Good nite...
Dreams
Haha, gotta admit that I am having a lot of dreams lately.
I guess what you are thinking in the day will appear in the night.
After the marathon dreams, I actually dreamt that I completed a lot of sub-2 Half Marathons.
In fact, I did so well for one of the race and came in at a time of 1:38hr.
Sounds incredible huh? Got timing for races some more. Hur hur...
The most interesting dream of all was...
I was talking to TLR at the Start Line of MR25 Ultra Marathon!!!
I was asking him why is he here. He was supposed to be in Dubai!
Think he replied something like he just got of the plane and dashes off.... Haha!!!
I guess what you are thinking in the day will appear in the night.
After the marathon dreams, I actually dreamt that I completed a lot of sub-2 Half Marathons.
In fact, I did so well for one of the race and came in at a time of 1:38hr.
Sounds incredible huh? Got timing for races some more. Hur hur...
The most interesting dream of all was...
I was talking to TLR at the Start Line of MR25 Ultra Marathon!!!
I was asking him why is he here. He was supposed to be in Dubai!
Think he replied something like he just got of the plane and dashes off.... Haha!!!
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Chrissie Wellington
http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2008/dec/15/chrissie-wellington-ironman-triathlon-hawaii/print
Very interesting read.
Very interesting read.
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Let's Take A Walk
Finally found time to write about my first long distance walking event.
Took the Bus 969 from home to Tampines took only 20 minutes!
Much faster than if I were to drive and a whole lot cheaper.
Start point is from Tampines Stadium.
Met up with Le_Senza (with GilbertCai) and HamsterMama (with wheregot) and their respective teams.
Got a SMS from Brokie and promised to give her sit rep (Army Talk : Situation Report) during the walk.
After a slow warm-up session by the organisers, we were flagged off.
Armed with the briefing notes, we are to complete the 50km distance based purely on the Goggle maps provided.
1km into the walk, the teams were already spaced out as different teams adopt different walking strategies.
We started at a "blazing" 5.5-6 km/h pace while other teams adopt a more comfortable 4 km/h pace.
After I sms-ed Brokie at Giant Tampines, she has the water point set up half an hour later! And we were just reaching Check Point 1 in Pasir Ris Park. Opps.... Brokie has too much faith in our walking power. =p
Reached CheckPoint 1/6 (1 for 50km / 6 for 100km).
Can feel 3 blisters forming. Applied large portion of Vaseline and hope for the best.
Set off at 5.5-6 km/h pace again, cos we wanna have our supper at Changi Village before the stalls close. Haha, that is good motivation.
Reached Brokie's water point at 10.30pm.
Sure is good to see Brokie and Vincent.
Brokie looks pretty tired but she is happy to see us.
Have a cup of her heavenly drink before we continue on our way.
Along Loyang Way, we managed to overtake Samukwa.
One of the walkers is limping, but I really admire them for making it this far.
Just past Hendon Camp, the first of six Akira Swift Walkers overtake us.
Eventually the whole team overtake us just before the checkpoint.
They are one lucky group.
They have logistics support, so none of them are carrying any haversacks.
Gulp down a plate of Char Kway Teow (haha, got the correct term from Wikipedia!!!) and a large cup of SugarCane Drink and we are soon on our way!!!
What have I gotten myself into....My request for a longer break was bluntly turned down...Hur hur...苦笑
Midway through Changi Coastal Road, the sole blisters which has been bothering me occasionally really started to take effect.
It is only then that I decided to put plasters over the blisters.
By then the pace has already slowed to 4km/h.
Another few hundred meters down the stretch, we decided that it is best for me to change to my Crocs.
Ahh, the Crocs are just therapeutic.
It effectively eliminates the pain off 2 of the heel blisters.
The Crocs did not helps much for long though.
My pace is getting slower and slower.
I am starting to crawl at 3km/h...Ouch...
I wonder if I am cramping or not...I cannot even be sure...
(Two days after the walk, I can confirm it is not cramps, the blisters is really restricting my strides.)
When we reached NSRCC Sea Sports Centre, I asked my teammates to go ahead.
I will drop out at the next checkpoint.
Their reply? "You have not given up, how can we give up on you."
After numerous requests, I decided to give up. They crawled with me to Checkpoint 3/8.
When we reached CheckPoint 3/8, I officially dropped out and my teammates joined another team to continue on their way to the finish.
Tried to seek transport from the organisers proved futile.
CP3/8 is such a desolate area that we are unable to get a cab.
The Red Cross told me that I have to wait an hour or so before their transport may come along.
I told them "No worries" and went to rest at the bench.
While resting, Apelles came over to share seats with me.
Turned out that he is going back early for a meeting.
With 15 walkers in his Team Agape, they have logistical support as well.
Max will be coming over soon to pick Apelles.
Managed to hitch a ride from Max to Tanah Merah MRT.
Thank you, Apelles and Max!!! You guys are so wonderful!!!
While waiting for the train, happen to meet our Ms Kelly.
Poor lady is on her way to work...
Reached home and immediately plonked off to sleep in my walking gear. =p
That will mark the end of my race schedule for this year.
MR25 Ultra Marathon will be a no-go for me this year.
Took the Bus 969 from home to Tampines took only 20 minutes!
Much faster than if I were to drive and a whole lot cheaper.
Start point is from Tampines Stadium.
Met up with Le_Senza (with GilbertCai) and HamsterMama (with wheregot) and their respective teams.
Got a SMS from Brokie and promised to give her sit rep (Army Talk : Situation Report) during the walk.
After a slow warm-up session by the organisers, we were flagged off.
Armed with the briefing notes, we are to complete the 50km distance based purely on the Goggle maps provided.
1km into the walk, the teams were already spaced out as different teams adopt different walking strategies.
We started at a "blazing" 5.5-6 km/h pace while other teams adopt a more comfortable 4 km/h pace.
After I sms-ed Brokie at Giant Tampines, she has the water point set up half an hour later! And we were just reaching Check Point 1 in Pasir Ris Park. Opps.... Brokie has too much faith in our walking power. =p
Reached CheckPoint 1/6 (1 for 50km / 6 for 100km).
Can feel 3 blisters forming. Applied large portion of Vaseline and hope for the best.
Set off at 5.5-6 km/h pace again, cos we wanna have our supper at Changi Village before the stalls close. Haha, that is good motivation.
Reached Brokie's water point at 10.30pm.
Sure is good to see Brokie and Vincent.
Brokie looks pretty tired but she is happy to see us.
Have a cup of her heavenly drink before we continue on our way.
Along Loyang Way, we managed to overtake Samukwa.
One of the walkers is limping, but I really admire them for making it this far.
Just past Hendon Camp, the first of six Akira Swift Walkers overtake us.
Eventually the whole team overtake us just before the checkpoint.
They are one lucky group.
They have logistics support, so none of them are carrying any haversacks.
Gulp down a plate of Char Kway Teow (haha, got the correct term from Wikipedia!!!) and a large cup of SugarCane Drink and we are soon on our way!!!
What have I gotten myself into....My request for a longer break was bluntly turned down...Hur hur...苦笑
Midway through Changi Coastal Road, the sole blisters which has been bothering me occasionally really started to take effect.
It is only then that I decided to put plasters over the blisters.
By then the pace has already slowed to 4km/h.
Another few hundred meters down the stretch, we decided that it is best for me to change to my Crocs.
Ahh, the Crocs are just therapeutic.
It effectively eliminates the pain off 2 of the heel blisters.
The Crocs did not helps much for long though.
My pace is getting slower and slower.
I am starting to crawl at 3km/h...Ouch...
I wonder if I am cramping or not...I cannot even be sure...
(Two days after the walk, I can confirm it is not cramps, the blisters is really restricting my strides.)
When we reached NSRCC Sea Sports Centre, I asked my teammates to go ahead.
I will drop out at the next checkpoint.
Their reply? "You have not given up, how can we give up on you."
After numerous requests, I decided to give up. They crawled with me to Checkpoint 3/8.
When we reached CheckPoint 3/8, I officially dropped out and my teammates joined another team to continue on their way to the finish.
Tried to seek transport from the organisers proved futile.
CP3/8 is such a desolate area that we are unable to get a cab.
The Red Cross told me that I have to wait an hour or so before their transport may come along.
I told them "No worries" and went to rest at the bench.
While resting, Apelles came over to share seats with me.
Turned out that he is going back early for a meeting.
With 15 walkers in his Team Agape, they have logistical support as well.
Max will be coming over soon to pick Apelles.
Managed to hitch a ride from Max to Tanah Merah MRT.
Thank you, Apelles and Max!!! You guys are so wonderful!!!
While waiting for the train, happen to meet our Ms Kelly.
Poor lady is on her way to work...
Reached home and immediately plonked off to sleep in my walking gear. =p
That will mark the end of my race schedule for this year.
MR25 Ultra Marathon will be a no-go for me this year.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Marathon's Ramblings
For the first time ever, my non-running neighbours are asking me about my race (Full Marathon).
Sad to say that my first-ever race reply to them is "I did not start".
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Twice this week, I had been asked by fellow runners why I am attempting the Full Marathon?
This is the question I have been asking myself occasionally too.
I am comfortable with 21km, but the idea of 42.195km freaks me out at times.
Nonetheless, I did my first attempt last year during MR25 Ultra-Marathon, only to falter after 32km due to cramps.
These 2 years I have learnt so much that I think I can complete a marathon comfortably.
Having done most of my races comfortably this year, it was not difficult for me to click on the "Full Marathon" tab when the SCSM Registration starts.
What I have not count on is how much life will change after Sean is born.
My running plans got thrown into chaos.
Even without running, I was not dishearten, I still believe that I could complete the race, even if I have to walk pretty much of the distance. Just that 42.195km is a long distance to walk.
Take it as a prelude to my "Let's Take A Walk" 50km Power Walk lor.
Unfortunately, the marathon was not meant to be.
So do I wanna really wanna do a marathon?
Haha, I think I will do anything for a Finisher's tee.
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I had a dream.
I dreamt that I weigh 70kg and completed a 3:34hr marathon. Haha...
The images are so vivid that I believe that it is true. =)
Sad to say that my first-ever race reply to them is "I did not start".
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Twice this week, I had been asked by fellow runners why I am attempting the Full Marathon?
This is the question I have been asking myself occasionally too.
I am comfortable with 21km, but the idea of 42.195km freaks me out at times.
Nonetheless, I did my first attempt last year during MR25 Ultra-Marathon, only to falter after 32km due to cramps.
These 2 years I have learnt so much that I think I can complete a marathon comfortably.
Having done most of my races comfortably this year, it was not difficult for me to click on the "Full Marathon" tab when the SCSM Registration starts.
What I have not count on is how much life will change after Sean is born.
My running plans got thrown into chaos.
Even without running, I was not dishearten, I still believe that I could complete the race, even if I have to walk pretty much of the distance. Just that 42.195km is a long distance to walk.
Take it as a prelude to my "Let's Take A Walk" 50km Power Walk lor.
Unfortunately, the marathon was not meant to be.
So do I wanna really wanna do a marathon?
Haha, I think I will do anything for a Finisher's tee.
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I had a dream.
I dreamt that I weigh 70kg and completed a 3:34hr marathon. Haha...
The images are so vivid that I believe that it is true. =)
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Realisation
As the old saying goes "Dun try anything new on race day".
I did not heed the wise men's advice and got punished for it.
Twice, I tried something new on race week and got injured.
The day I lost 4 teeth was the first day I was on my tri-bike. Testing it out to see if I can use it for race day.
The day I slipped and fell was the first day I am trying out a new pair of shoes. Walking it in to see if I can use it for race day.
So I guess Tuesday is merely a coincidence.
Ok... now that I know better.
I will NEVER try anything new on race week.
I did not heed the wise men's advice and got punished for it.
Twice, I tried something new on race week and got injured.
The day I lost 4 teeth was the first day I was on my tri-bike. Testing it out to see if I can use it for race day.
The day I slipped and fell was the first day I am trying out a new pair of shoes. Walking it in to see if I can use it for race day.
So I guess Tuesday is merely a coincidence.
Ok... now that I know better.
I will NEVER try anything new on race week.
Monday, December 8, 2008
NATO?
Seeing all the Finisher Tees on parade these 2 days, I keep telling myself that I am going to earn mine next year.
Somehow, thinking of having all the LSDs to achieve that does not frighten me anymore.
I know I can do that and lose weight in the process.
Maybe I have not done that many runs recently and is aching to run?
I have not come this far to shrink away from the distance.
Let's hope this blog entry does not become NATO (No Action Think Only) =p
Somehow, thinking of having all the LSDs to achieve that does not frighten me anymore.
I know I can do that and lose weight in the process.
Maybe I have not done that many runs recently and is aching to run?
I have not come this far to shrink away from the distance.
Let's hope this blog entry does not become NATO (No Action Think Only) =p
Singapore Marathon 2008
A race that I have looked forward to since SCSM 2006.
Alas, it is a race that is not meant to be.
Feelings?
Disappointed. Cos the weather is so good.
Even if I had to walk the entire distance, I may just enjoy it.
Alas, the knees just wouldn't let me.
I won't wanna risk it.
Having one bad knee is enough.
But I guess I over-compensate on the right knee and now I have 2 bad knees.
There is always another race.
I still have to think of my colleagues who are my team mates for "Let's Talk A Walk" 50 km in 13 days' time.
The actual event.
I went down to Padang to do the Kids Dash with Shannon.
Met the SGRunners at the fountain, but din stay around for long as we proceed to the Start Point.
The race started at 11am.
Shannon was moody today but she still manage to complete the entire distance on her own. Well done, Shannon! =)
Crosses the Finish Line at 5:51 hrs. Keke....
Shannon finishes her first Singapore Marathon and deservedly earn her SCSM medal. =)
Alas, it is a race that is not meant to be.
Feelings?
Disappointed. Cos the weather is so good.
Even if I had to walk the entire distance, I may just enjoy it.
Alas, the knees just wouldn't let me.
I won't wanna risk it.
Having one bad knee is enough.
But I guess I over-compensate on the right knee and now I have 2 bad knees.
There is always another race.
I still have to think of my colleagues who are my team mates for "Let's Talk A Walk" 50 km in 13 days' time.
The actual event.
I went down to Padang to do the Kids Dash with Shannon.
Met the SGRunners at the fountain, but din stay around for long as we proceed to the Start Point.
The race started at 11am.
Shannon was moody today but she still manage to complete the entire distance on her own. Well done, Shannon! =)
Crosses the Finish Line at 5:51 hrs. Keke....
Shannon finishes her first Singapore Marathon and deservedly earn her SCSM medal. =)
Saturday, December 6, 2008
24 hours to Singapore Marathon
Given the state of my left knee, I have decided to withdraw from the race tomorrow.
My legs are still needed for the 50km Walk in 2 week's time.
As the 50km Walk is a team event, I cannot afford to let my team mates down.
I was not particularly upset that I have to skip this race, mainly cos I did not train for it.
The only upset is that after 730 days of waiting, I have to wait for another 365 days more for my first full Singapore Marathon.
I am starting to think that packing early for a race is a bad omen.
The last time I packed my race pack a week early, I lost 4 teeth.
I pack my barang barang last Saturday and injured my knee.
Both accidents happen on a Tuesday!!!
From now on, I better watch out for danger signs on Tuesdays during race week.
Maybe it is heaven's will to let me know that I have not trained enough for the race and is stopping me from participating.
Both accidents are bad, but not life threatening.
I might suffer worse consequences if I have taken part.
My legs are still needed for the 50km Walk in 2 week's time.
As the 50km Walk is a team event, I cannot afford to let my team mates down.
I was not particularly upset that I have to skip this race, mainly cos I did not train for it.
The only upset is that after 730 days of waiting, I have to wait for another 365 days more for my first full Singapore Marathon.
I am starting to think that packing early for a race is a bad omen.
The last time I packed my race pack a week early, I lost 4 teeth.
I pack my barang barang last Saturday and injured my knee.
Both accidents happen on a Tuesday!!!
From now on, I better watch out for danger signs on Tuesdays during race week.
Maybe it is heaven's will to let me know that I have not trained enough for the race and is stopping me from participating.
Both accidents are bad, but not life threatening.
I might suffer worse consequences if I have taken part.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
SCSM Race Pack Collection
Heeding a colleague's sixth sense, we decided to go to the Singapore Expo early.
While our intention was to have lunch before queueing up, we ended up queueing first when we saw how fast the queue is growing.
11.25am - 50 pax
11.35am - 100+ pax
11.40am - 200+ pax
11.45am - Queue has turn past the corner towards SubWay.
The gates truly open at 12pm... Wonder why?
We were at the third row from the front and it is taking a long time for the counters to clear the queue.
I guess the counter staff are pretty raw, cos by the time it reaches us, the flow becomes pretty smooth.
Tried to get Shannon's bib from the counter but was told that I have to queue again.
Told the staff that it is crazy to queue again, but she mentioned that they were instructed to do so.
Quickly made my way to the Race Expo, through its exit and back to the Race Collection queue.
Looking at how long the queue is, I decided to check with the security staff manning the entrance.
He saw my Pass and let me through. *Phew*
The Kids Dash queue was short, but the queue is moving slowly.
Queued for 30-45 mins before I manage to get Shannon's race bib.
While my colleagues are having their lunch, I decided to make a quick tour round the Race Expo.
People are buying PowerGels as though they are in a $1.99 shop...
KeyPower is selling 2XU apparels at very attractive prices...Was so tempted to get a pair of compression tights.
Eugene mentioned that Pearl Izumi apparels are selling at crazy prices, but I did not manage to spot them. =(
A lot of things to see, but unfortunately time ran out and I have to get back to work...
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Pretty interesting year for JAR.
Three of us got featured in event promotional poster(s), amidst all different events.
A and R , I can understand. Cos they are photogenic, but me???
One can only imagine how my photo got selected...
1) Visor? I guess I am one of the very few runners wearing visor on that day. It was a rainy day.
2) Spectacles? Lucky specs? Haha, the only event in 2 years that I actually wore specs to race. Could not think of another race.
While our intention was to have lunch before queueing up, we ended up queueing first when we saw how fast the queue is growing.
11.25am - 50 pax
11.35am - 100+ pax
11.40am - 200+ pax
11.45am - Queue has turn past the corner towards SubWay.
The gates truly open at 12pm... Wonder why?
We were at the third row from the front and it is taking a long time for the counters to clear the queue.
I guess the counter staff are pretty raw, cos by the time it reaches us, the flow becomes pretty smooth.
Tried to get Shannon's bib from the counter but was told that I have to queue again.
Told the staff that it is crazy to queue again, but she mentioned that they were instructed to do so.
Quickly made my way to the Race Expo, through its exit and back to the Race Collection queue.
Looking at how long the queue is, I decided to check with the security staff manning the entrance.
He saw my Pass and let me through. *Phew*
The Kids Dash queue was short, but the queue is moving slowly.
Queued for 30-45 mins before I manage to get Shannon's race bib.
While my colleagues are having their lunch, I decided to make a quick tour round the Race Expo.
People are buying PowerGels as though they are in a $1.99 shop...
KeyPower is selling 2XU apparels at very attractive prices...Was so tempted to get a pair of compression tights.
Eugene mentioned that Pearl Izumi apparels are selling at crazy prices, but I did not manage to spot them. =(
A lot of things to see, but unfortunately time ran out and I have to get back to work...
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Pretty interesting year for JAR.
Three of us got featured in event promotional poster(s), amidst all different events.
A and R , I can understand. Cos they are photogenic, but me???
One can only imagine how my photo got selected...
1) Visor? I guess I am one of the very few runners wearing visor on that day. It was a rainy day.
2) Spectacles? Lucky specs? Haha, the only event in 2 years that I actually wore specs to race. Could not think of another race.
DNS?
I have been punished for not training hard for the Singapore Marathon.
Already had a weak left knee and I had to slipped in the washroom on Tuesday.
Immediately felt a pain in the kneecap region.
Do not think it matter much though, as I am able to walk pretty normally after a while.
But on Wednesday, the pain turns nasty and I was literally limping around the whole day.
Could not bend my left knee much while walking.
Tried to do a run on Wednesday evening wearing Cho-Pat, but the pain rips through the knee guard.
In fact, I ran in such an awkward pose that my left shin hurts...
Did a U-turn back home after 500m...
Waking up on Thursday, it seems like the pain has gone away.
Till I got off the bed... Sigh....
Started to pop TriFlex pills.
I know it will heal so fast, but I hope it will help.
I really do not wanna DNS my first marathon.
Already had a weak left knee and I had to slipped in the washroom on Tuesday.
Immediately felt a pain in the kneecap region.
Do not think it matter much though, as I am able to walk pretty normally after a while.
But on Wednesday, the pain turns nasty and I was literally limping around the whole day.
Could not bend my left knee much while walking.
Tried to do a run on Wednesday evening wearing Cho-Pat, but the pain rips through the knee guard.
In fact, I ran in such an awkward pose that my left shin hurts...
Did a U-turn back home after 500m...
Waking up on Thursday, it seems like the pain has gone away.
Till I got off the bed... Sigh....
Started to pop TriFlex pills.
I know it will heal so fast, but I hope it will help.
I really do not wanna DNS my first marathon.
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
SICK!!!!
How did my colleague knows my blog, I got no idea.
None of my colleagues knows that I have a blog.
But this technician is darn sick...
He not only save the blog URL on the workshop computer, he even created his personal folder named with my blog title.
URL I deleted, cos he is not even supposed to have such things on a workshop PC, but the personal folder...
He has a lot of other stuff on his desktop which he has no use for, but which are critical to Business Operations.
He is a threat to corporate security...
And to make things worse, this guy is beyond counselling.
He has been counselled countless times, till all managers gave up on him.
None of my colleagues knows that I have a blog.
But this technician is darn sick...
He not only save the blog URL on the workshop computer, he even created his personal folder named with my blog title.
URL I deleted, cos he is not even supposed to have such things on a workshop PC, but the personal folder...
He has a lot of other stuff on his desktop which he has no use for, but which are critical to Business Operations.
He is a threat to corporate security...
And to make things worse, this guy is beyond counselling.
He has been counselled countless times, till all managers gave up on him.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
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