Running

I have to admit, running was not my forte when I was serving my national service. I have big problems when running the 2.4km. Without fail, it always inflict a devastating blow in my IPPT results no matter how well I do in other station. Everything changes when I was out of the army.

It was insomnia that cause me to begin my run at wee hours of the night. Never did I thought it would be one of best runs I ever did in my whole life. There was no one on the street. It was peaceful and serene. The cool air of the night that brushes through my skin makes the run even more enjoyable. It was just me and the road. Nobody else. In the wind, I felt my whole body working together to tackle the challenging road, blood circulating, heart pumping, sweat pouring out of every pores. I never felt more alive. It was in that period of time that I begin my love affair with running.

From there I started out as leisure runs on alternate days of the week, which total up to 4 times a week. I try to varied the running time and route for variety. After doing my weekly runs, I realized that doing just a single sport would not help me in strengthening different parts of the muscle groups, thus I infuse leisure swimming into my rest days.

As they say, "The rest is history". Till today my love affair with the road continues. Taking part in triathlon, marathon and cross terrain run have push my running to a different level. One day I hope I can participate in adventure racing to see where my limits are. I hope the day will come. In my experience, running alone cures many ailments. Not only does it beat stress, it also make your mind focus and clear. If that is not enough, it also makes your heart stronger and determine to finish what you are out to do (endurance).

This year06, I'm looking forward to the Standard Charted half Marathon run in December. I hope that not only can I put my best foot forward, I will clock my personal best time as well! See you there !!