An Arduous path to Real Run Race

On the 8 November 2009, my team members of Triathlon and Distance Running (TDR), an interest group of the SMRT Sports & Recreation Club, participated in the New Balance 15km Real Run Corporate Relay, at Changi Aviation Centre. My team emerged victorious, achieving 4th position in the corporate category, ahead of other strong teams from LTA, SAF MP and Temasek Polytechnic.

I was one of the TDR team members who participated in the relay, and was thrilled to achieve my personal best of 1 hour and 19 mins at the competition. It was a relief when I finally crossed the finishing line, as long distance running has never been my forte. Back in the school days, I would usually compete in events that involved five or less kilometres of running.

My trainings for the race began officially ten weeks prior to the race date. With a tight work schedule, it was definitely challenging to stick to the plan, which comprised of one day of long run and two other days of short, fast runs as well as gym sessions. I have adapted the training from the Hal Higdon’s plan that I found online.

However, no matter of training would have aptly prepared me for the race itself. After 5km of smooth sailing running, my hamstrings started to protest. I just couldn’t go as fast as I willed myself to. Other runners were simply passing me by in flocks. Things did not look good then. I told myself that there was no way I could turn back, the only way is to go forward, which I did. After what seemed like eternity, I finally reached the finishing line and it all seemed not so difficult after all. Life’s like a long distance run, you just got to take the pain in your stride when the going gets tough. The finishing line is just in front of you. Don’t give up.

My Xmas wish list!

For my loved ones who are cracking their heads on what to get me for xmas, here's a help list hehe:

1. A new branded work watch
2. demologica daily microexfoliant
3. A book like 'journey to the east' and 'have a little faith'
4. sports waterbottle 500ml
5. Good earphones
6. Nokia E63 handphone pouch
7. nice and couchy netbook sleeve

Will update the list when I remember what else I want. Merry Xmas everyone!