From Perth

This is going to be a summary of my trip thus far before heading to Sydney tomorrow. Photos will only be uploaded after I’m back (tons for editing to do). Busselton is a great place to begin with, travelled from Perth to meet the guys there alone on the bus, journey was long, but worth [...]

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In 5 days…

Nope, not Standard Chartered Marathon for me, but in 5 days’ time, I’ll be at this beautiful land, supporting my favourite Ironmen once again. Do catch their progress live on 7 December here. I can’t wait to fly over to meet up with the Foos and the other supporters. I’m sure we will see many [...]

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Reinaldo Colucci

Reinaldo Colucci was the winner of last year’s 70.3 Ironman, though he didn’t win this year’s race due to a cramp, but this young man has got so much potential, just 23 years old, he’s got a long way in his career. Saw this ad and I was inspired =)

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Final Results

Results are out, total time taken was 7:34:26. Seriously, I’m abit upset about my run, then again, thank God that I’m in 1 piece. =) And seriously, I really don’t need advice right now about what I should do to improve my timing, and yes, seriously. The msn message came in, and I am not [...]

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1 more day

It’s POURING outside right now, argghh…certainly pray that it’ll be fantastic weather tomorrow. Been a busy busy day, went to school, got home, power nap and then it was heading down to pick Jarain up and check in my bike at transition area. Got there and saw that most have their bikes covered, was a [...]

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2 more days

Busy busy day, well wishes coming in, colleagues commented that I’m insane, as they think that I’m wasting 7 hours of my life away…in the race. Haha…how funny. Anyhow, I’m getting ready and counting down, I guess there’s no turning back, going to check in my bike tomorrow!

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3 more days

Went to collect race pack after meeting as I reckon it’ll be another busy day tomorrow. It’s been a busy day today as well, just got home not long ago, cooked my delicious pasta and checked out my stuff This is my number on race day. Seems like there are not many women in the [...]

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4 more days

Was thinking of going out for a spin after work, but who knows, it started to pour heavily! Spoilt my plan totally…sigh. Managed to stop by Muji for abit and decided to try out these pasta sauces for my carbo-loading dinners these few nights =) Each pack is for 1 serving, there are 4 types [...]

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5 more days

Counting down to 70.3 Ironman, it’s a mixed feeling. Similar questions have been asked, I’m actually excited, at the same time apprehensive, objective – finish the race strong and follow as close to my race plan as possible. Anyhow, starting to prepare for Sunday as I count down. Tonight – Changed to a new wheelset, [...]

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Aviva 70.3 – Cycling Route

Finally! The cycling route for the upcoming 70.3 has been confirmed. I was hoping that it’ll be a different route from last year, and yes, here it is! This year’s route will be taking us from one end of the island to the other, with scenic route spanning from East Coast Park to Pasir Panjang, [...]

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IM Langkawi

To the contenders at the recent Ironman Langkawi – I Salute You! I can never forget my first IM experience with our very own 3 IMs. The atmosphere then was such a great one that you will have to be there to experience it. I can’t wait for December to come, when I can be [...]

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Team Hoyt

Another great video about the father and son.

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farewell…no. 2

Been to the airport 3 times in a week – quite a record, will be going there again next week. Received and sent Vinnie. Tonight, it was Jac’s turn who will be in Australia for 2 years of studies. Jac is one person whom I really look up to, in terms of her discipline in [...]

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farewell…

It was time for us to say goodbye to Vinnie. Short stay, not much time with him, but would definitely love to see him again. It’s really a pity that we didn’t get to spend as much time with him this time round. Anyhow, REALLY wish this chap a great career ahead in the world [...]

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I can only imagine

Again, I’m truly touched by this father and son team. It never fails to speak to me about the Father’s Love. Here is a video of the Hoyt team and below is the MTV of the song by Mercy Me “I can only imagine”

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Be Inspired…

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He’s back!!!

Vinnie’s back!!! Picked him up with the ironman gang. Will be putting up at Foos’ place before he heads back to Norway for good. Went Siglap for drinks while Howe sent little Asher back to sleep. Had a great time catching up with Vinnie, hearing his plans. Really excited for him, this only Pro-triathlete friend [...]

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Run @ MacRitchie

Slept at 3am, was trying to connect to the Live Feed for Hawaii Ironman, the biggest event in the world of Ironman! Was messaging Anne to and fro, both of us got really frustrated with the buffering and the breaking of feed. Eventually, I gave up, decided to sleep by the laptop, so that I [...]

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Sending him

Off…it seems like yesterday when he came, and now, he’s back in Brisbane. We were talking about how time flies, 10 days and it’s time for him to go. It was great having Vinnie around, because of him, more time is spent with the rest as well. Was just talking to Joe yesterday, indeed, it [...]

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70.3 Ironman Singapore

It’s been a long long day for everyone. The competitors, as well as the supporters. Arrived at MG to pick Eunice, Joshua & Shirley up for the race, while the ironmen went ahead before us. Got a call, and we made a detour back to grab the extra wheel. Thank God, the mechanics managed to [...]

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