Countless weeks of training paid off today as i took my IPPT at khatib camp. I found myself much fitter than usual, and FINALLY i passed my pull-ups. That station really got me nervous. I have big probs with pull-ups cos of my heavy lower body... and yeah my weak arms didn't help either. But thru hard training, i managed to scrape through that station.
That mini-victory for me in that station put my mind at rest, which motivated me for my last station: 2.4km run. For once in my life, i actually looked forward to the run.. and ENJOYED myself while running. hahaha must be all those frequent jogs i've been taking.
One funny incident happened though... towards the end of my run, i sprinted for the finish line... Stride by stride, i felt like a plane ready to take off... My legs were pounding the track, taking me faster... then with great triumph, i smiled when i crossed the finish line.
That's when i heard the marshall bellow "SIR! you're on the wrong lane!! u have to go thru the sensors!!"
The 'chariots of fire' song in my mind came to an abrupt stop... i jammed my brakes, made a u-turn and went thru the sensors to record my timing. Phew. luckily, my timing was still good. The anti-climax DID take away a chunk of the gratification though. it was embarrasing, really.
Anyway, for those of you who are thinking of starting an exercise regime, I support you. It works wonders for your self-confidence and inner-peace. haha. One advice: Don't drink cold water after straneous workout. According to the chinese physician i went to today, she said that drinking cold water after exercise is probably the WORST thing u could do to ur lungs.
Well from this pass, i have earned myself $100 from SAF, and intend use it to treat myself to a nice meal this weekend. Muahahahha
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