How sure are you going to make it in 4 hours? - my boss asked
Can you make it within 4hours? - at 25th km asked by one of the runner
Can you finish it? - at 30th km asked by another pacer
All those were just passing clouds and I took it as a pinch of salt.
Before race
The timex sponsor was taking picture of us as pacers. I had trouble with my pacing schedule as I was trying to tie it with rubber band. Finally, another hot running girl, siew teen, suggested me to use safety pin. Then I tried running with the balloon. I found it ok, after few runs.
During the race
As the started, I just followed my pace. after 10km, I realised that I was 3 minutes ahead from my expected finishing time. That's good, as it could be back up for my last 10km. I could sense people following me from behind and at the side.
After 21km, which was at klcc area, I could sense more people following me from the foot steps.
Upon reaching Jln Ipoh, I could feel the tiredness, but I told myself to finish off the race. Furthermore, I was the leader among the 4 hour pacers. After mutiara kompleks, Richard (4 hour pacer) overtook me. I just went on my pace.
At Jln Kuching highway, I was 1 minute behind the time, as I took more rest at water stations. Soon as I reach the tijani hills, that was my territory. I pushed myself as I knew that's the last 5km. Upon reaching, Sogo, I saw a guy struggling, I told him " follow me and I can bring u before 4 hours". I accelerated myself and sprinted after Globe Silk Store.
And I saw the Timing was 3:58.34. Finally I manage to dip below 4 hours.
My personnel best. My target for the year. My placing was 105 out of more than 2 thousand.
Now its time to rest. Maybe will try Penang Bridge Marathon next.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Friday, June 24, 2011
Time to heel the Wound
It was two years ago, when I took part in my 1st marathon. I targeted to dip below 4 hours and it was all going on well till the final 10km where I struggled to the finishing lane and made a modest timing of 4:02.
Yet, it was still an achievement as a virgin marathoner. Now, it's time for me to realise my target to dip below 4 hours again. My preparation is definitely better compared to 2 years ago as for the long distance running. Furthermore, I skipped most of the road races to concentrate on this event.
Though I was bugged by my job, I still manage to steal sometime during weekdays to practice my runs and to ensure I have adequate mileage for the week.
To add the pressure, Ronnie (Captain of my running group) has put me as a pacer for 4 hours. It was definitely a great recognition for me to lead the other runners to realise their target and dream. With the publicity and promotions that I received, it even added pressure to ensure I meet the target timing of 4 hours.
I'm now on course to do my best and achieve my target.
Furthermore, I want to heal the wound which I got it through my speech contest last month where I was disqualified. In addition, my boss told me (doubt my potential) wheter I can finish within 4 hours.
Just One answer, " My leg will speak on 26 June".
Yet, it was still an achievement as a virgin marathoner. Now, it's time for me to realise my target to dip below 4 hours again. My preparation is definitely better compared to 2 years ago as for the long distance running. Furthermore, I skipped most of the road races to concentrate on this event.
Though I was bugged by my job, I still manage to steal sometime during weekdays to practice my runs and to ensure I have adequate mileage for the week.
To add the pressure, Ronnie (Captain of my running group) has put me as a pacer for 4 hours. It was definitely a great recognition for me to lead the other runners to realise their target and dream. With the publicity and promotions that I received, it even added pressure to ensure I meet the target timing of 4 hours.
I'm now on course to do my best and achieve my target.
Furthermore, I want to heal the wound which I got it through my speech contest last month where I was disqualified. In addition, my boss told me (doubt my potential) wheter I can finish within 4 hours.
Just One answer, " My leg will speak on 26 June".
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
KNOW the Sports Person - Prakash Padukone
Prakash Padukone is an Indian Badminton player, and the best Badminton player India has ever seen till now. Known as the ‘Gentle Tiger’ on the court, Prakash was the first Indian Badminton player ever to win the prestigious All England Badminton Championship.
The highest point in the Badminton career of Prakash arrived when in the Final Match of the prestigious All England Badminton Championship he upset the reigning Champion, Lim Swie King of Indonesia to win the coveted title, which is considered to be the Wimbledon of Badminton.
The victory at All England Badminton Championship earned Prakash a World No. 1 ranking, something that he’s been the only Indian to achieve till date. He had now entered the league of the best badminton players in the world of his time, and in the Swedish Open tournament of 1980, he even got to clash against his Idol, Rudy Hartono in an early round of the tournament. Prakash beat Rudy by 9-15, 15-12 and 15-1, and even though he could easily win by 15-0 in the last set, he didn’t want to embarrass his Idol.
Further, he won the Alba World Cup Badminton 1981 at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He was the first ever Indian Badminton player to win a World Cup title. He won the Dutch Open and the Hong Kong Open Championships in 1982. Prakash won a Bronze Medal at the World Badminton Championship 1983 held at Copenhagen, Denmark.
His doughter now a famous actress, Deepika Padukone.
The highest point in the Badminton career of Prakash arrived when in the Final Match of the prestigious All England Badminton Championship he upset the reigning Champion, Lim Swie King of Indonesia to win the coveted title, which is considered to be the Wimbledon of Badminton.
The victory at All England Badminton Championship earned Prakash a World No. 1 ranking, something that he’s been the only Indian to achieve till date. He had now entered the league of the best badminton players in the world of his time, and in the Swedish Open tournament of 1980, he even got to clash against his Idol, Rudy Hartono in an early round of the tournament. Prakash beat Rudy by 9-15, 15-12 and 15-1, and even though he could easily win by 15-0 in the last set, he didn’t want to embarrass his Idol.
Further, he won the Alba World Cup Badminton 1981 at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He was the first ever Indian Badminton player to win a World Cup title. He won the Dutch Open and the Hong Kong Open Championships in 1982. Prakash won a Bronze Medal at the World Badminton Championship 1983 held at Copenhagen, Denmark.
His doughter now a famous actress, Deepika Padukone.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Ferguson paid the price for the cup
I was in front of my TV at 2.30am. I eargerly woke up at that time to watch the match.
I really wanted Manchester United to avenge the defeat which they had 2 years ago.
When I saw the line up, I realised the 1st mistake by Ferguson, that they were wearing their white jersey rather than the normal red. MU had never won on their away jersey.
Next, EPL's top scorer was not in the 1st eleven and to make it worst, he was not even in the substitute list.
Then the formation, Hernandez was left alone in front with Rooney to assist him (4-4-1-1 strategy). For Barcelona, with strong defence and midfield, you can afford to have just 1 striker in front.
The game was even for the 1st 20minutes till Pedro scored an easy goal which the defenders could have actually avoided it. The game back to level by Rooney's goal just before half time.
2nd half looks like school boys (MU) vs Men (Barca). MU was just defending, rather than attacking. Hernandez was just a passanger rather than a driver. Damn.
Nani came only in 2nd half.
Looks like MU need to wait for another 2 years to get to final and Barca prooved that they are one of the greatest club in the world by winning 3 cups in 5 years.
Good Bye Van Der Sar for serving the English Club for 6 seasons.
I really wanted Manchester United to avenge the defeat which they had 2 years ago.
When I saw the line up, I realised the 1st mistake by Ferguson, that they were wearing their white jersey rather than the normal red. MU had never won on their away jersey.
Next, EPL's top scorer was not in the 1st eleven and to make it worst, he was not even in the substitute list.
Then the formation, Hernandez was left alone in front with Rooney to assist him (4-4-1-1 strategy). For Barcelona, with strong defence and midfield, you can afford to have just 1 striker in front.
The game was even for the 1st 20minutes till Pedro scored an easy goal which the defenders could have actually avoided it. The game back to level by Rooney's goal just before half time.
2nd half looks like school boys (MU) vs Men (Barca). MU was just defending, rather than attacking. Hernandez was just a passanger rather than a driver. Damn.
Nani came only in 2nd half.
Looks like MU need to wait for another 2 years to get to final and Barca prooved that they are one of the greatest club in the world by winning 3 cups in 5 years.
Good Bye Van Der Sar for serving the English Club for 6 seasons.
Friday, May 27, 2011
KNOW this Sports Person - R.Arumugam
Famously known as Spiderman, R Arumugan is easily a household name when it comes to Malaysian football. He was born on January 31, 1953 in Port Klang he was one of those players who were born to play the game. He made his debut into football at the age of 18 representing Selangor.
Representing Selangor from 1972 to 1988, he helped the time to go on and win the Malaysia Cup eight times.
Representing Malaysia 196 times, The goalkeeper earned his first cap when he represented the Malaysia national football team in 1973 for the World Cup qualifying round matches in Seoul, South Korea.
He is also a bronze medalist for the Asian games in Tehran in 1974. Arumugam was also part of the Malaysian team that qualified for the 1980 Moscow Olympics however the team boycotted that golden opportunity.
He was known to be part of the spine of the team together with Mokthar Dahari and Soh Chin Aun, He agility was second to none and his commanding presence at the goal was a constant fear to team mates and opponents. (they already had 1 Malaysia spirit at that moment)
From his performances it clearly showed like his team mates the pride in wearing the national colours and playing every match like it were a cup finals.
Even teh Aresenal team in 1975 were not able to score against him where Malaysia won 2-0.
Representing Selangor from 1972 to 1988, he helped the time to go on and win the Malaysia Cup eight times.
Representing Malaysia 196 times, The goalkeeper earned his first cap when he represented the Malaysia national football team in 1973 for the World Cup qualifying round matches in Seoul, South Korea.
He is also a bronze medalist for the Asian games in Tehran in 1974. Arumugam was also part of the Malaysian team that qualified for the 1980 Moscow Olympics however the team boycotted that golden opportunity.
He was known to be part of the spine of the team together with Mokthar Dahari and Soh Chin Aun, He agility was second to none and his commanding presence at the goal was a constant fear to team mates and opponents. (they already had 1 Malaysia spirit at that moment)
From his performances it clearly showed like his team mates the pride in wearing the national colours and playing every match like it were a cup finals.
Even teh Aresenal team in 1975 were not able to score against him where Malaysia won 2-0.
GRIEF IN GREIF
As per Dictionary, GRIEF means graveyard, sorrow, pain and troubletimes.
As I'm hunting for job, I applied throygh various sources.
Finally I received a call from this company called GREIF for an interview.
I brough my stacks of certificates, just to impress the interviewers. I even get prepared for technical questions so that I won't stumble.
When I reached there, I had to wait at Security Guard house for 15minutes because nobody cam to acompany me. Then, the guard asked the sweeper to bring me to the office.
When I stepped into the office, nobody was waiting for me, so I just walked into the workstations. I realised, it was very quiet and everyone were serious.
When I asked for Ms.Zana (HR Exec), she just told me to it in the room and fill up the form. Damn, never even greet me and introduce herself. Never even smile also.
Upon filling up the form, the HR manager came (Sarita) and the same case, never greet me or welcome. Just with her harsh sound ask me to intorduce myself. She was accompanied with Finance Manager (Felix).
Her sacarstic question was:
1. Your resume shows that you are a job hopper, why should we employ you as you may hop again
2. We also work late, so you may not get your balance life.
3. You area manager, why appliying for Accountant position
Then Felix started to talk about his sad stories, saying that, I need to report to 3-4 people. I have to do SOX reporting. I have to manage the staffs (3 subordinates). Prepare report on daily manner. Handle auditor, tax agents and do budget. The best part, the subordinates are like deadwood.
I may need to work everyday, get scolding from superiors. Work around the clock.
Damn, I wanted to go into commercial, because I wanted a balance life. Looks like i wont get it.
But he said they can pay me well for what I asked.
They say they will call me should I be selected for 2nd interview. Hope they won't call me.
It's really a grave yard.
As I'm hunting for job, I applied throygh various sources.
Finally I received a call from this company called GREIF for an interview.
I brough my stacks of certificates, just to impress the interviewers. I even get prepared for technical questions so that I won't stumble.
When I reached there, I had to wait at Security Guard house for 15minutes because nobody cam to acompany me. Then, the guard asked the sweeper to bring me to the office.
When I stepped into the office, nobody was waiting for me, so I just walked into the workstations. I realised, it was very quiet and everyone were serious.
When I asked for Ms.Zana (HR Exec), she just told me to it in the room and fill up the form. Damn, never even greet me and introduce herself. Never even smile also.
Upon filling up the form, the HR manager came (Sarita) and the same case, never greet me or welcome. Just with her harsh sound ask me to intorduce myself. She was accompanied with Finance Manager (Felix).
Her sacarstic question was:
1. Your resume shows that you are a job hopper, why should we employ you as you may hop again
2. We also work late, so you may not get your balance life.
3. You area manager, why appliying for Accountant position
Then Felix started to talk about his sad stories, saying that, I need to report to 3-4 people. I have to do SOX reporting. I have to manage the staffs (3 subordinates). Prepare report on daily manner. Handle auditor, tax agents and do budget. The best part, the subordinates are like deadwood.
I may need to work everyday, get scolding from superiors. Work around the clock.
Damn, I wanted to go into commercial, because I wanted a balance life. Looks like i wont get it.
But he said they can pay me well for what I asked.
They say they will call me should I be selected for 2nd interview. Hope they won't call me.
It's really a grave yard.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Acid Sale MAYBE regulated
John F Kennedy said, " You have to repair the roof when the sun is shining".
But our smart Malaysian goverment only impose rules when something already happended.
20 ladies faces were splashed with acid and only now the authorities are sigeesting to impose stricter rules.
Deputy Health Minister, Datuk Rosnah said:
“There needs to be control, not only on acid but other harmful substances, the use of which could be abused.
“However, the ministry would have to look at the implementation mechanisms including the technical aspects.
What a lame excuse.
But our smart Malaysian goverment only impose rules when something already happended.
20 ladies faces were splashed with acid and only now the authorities are sigeesting to impose stricter rules.
Deputy Health Minister, Datuk Rosnah said:
“There needs to be control, not only on acid but other harmful substances, the use of which could be abused.
“However, the ministry would have to look at the implementation mechanisms including the technical aspects.
What a lame excuse.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Man United clinched their 19th title
Wayne Rooney's penalty secured a draw against Blackburn (1-1). Man United whom just needed 1 point from the 2 games went in with a pressure to capture the title. The pressure was proven as they were trailing 1-0 at half time.
Javier Hernandez was brought down by Paul Robinson and Ronney punished that mistake by scoring the goal.
This point has made 7 points clear from Chelsea whom have 2 games to play.
19th title has surpassed Liverpool's record of 18th.
Now it's time for them to recapture the Champions League Title on 28th May against Barcelona. They are the finalist for 3rd time in 4 years. It's time to avenge the loss of 2-0 2 years ago.
Javier Hernandez was brought down by Paul Robinson and Ronney punished that mistake by scoring the goal.
This point has made 7 points clear from Chelsea whom have 2 games to play.
19th title has surpassed Liverpool's record of 18th.
Now it's time for them to recapture the Champions League Title on 28th May against Barcelona. They are the finalist for 3rd time in 4 years. It's time to avenge the loss of 2-0 2 years ago.
Looking for opportunity
My workload is just piling up.
The staffs below me are either lazy or just "chin chai" workers and has dont bother atitute.
But the burden becomes heavier to me because of all these characters and the partners just doesnt understand it.
I'm working almost everyday, still the job is heavy.
I just wonder somethimes, high pay doesn't give a good/quality life.
They are just sucking my blood.
I just wonder, when will I get a peaceful sleep.
I just wonder when will I get out from the firm.
Anyone for the answer?
I'm looking for opportunity.
The staffs below me are either lazy or just "chin chai" workers and has dont bother atitute.
But the burden becomes heavier to me because of all these characters and the partners just doesnt understand it.
I'm working almost everyday, still the job is heavy.
I just wonder somethimes, high pay doesn't give a good/quality life.
They are just sucking my blood.
I just wonder, when will I get a peaceful sleep.
I just wonder when will I get out from the firm.
Anyone for the answer?
I'm looking for opportunity.
Money Eaters
No Money, No Honey". But they didn't know that excessive honey can turn into poison.
My car's radio system was not functioning. So I went to JC Accessories at Jalan Ipoh( same row as HSBC) to get a 2nd hand version of a radio as it may cost lesser. I was looking for SONY which is compatible to the CD changer.
When I went there, the sales man asked me to buy new one then I said I can used the CD changer. So he asked me to come back next day and asked me to pay RM50 and it cost RM80. In addition, he asked me to change the wiper. Initially I didn't want, but looking at the condition of the wiper which was damn rusty, so I changed. Then He insisted me to get the car tinted and it may cost only RM350, but I was reluctant. He said, the vision can be a problem, but I knew He is trying to get money out of me. So I just asked him to put the tinting at the top part of the front screen. It costed RM55 then he reduced to RM50.
The next day called him for the radio, and he still say on the way. Then again on Wednesday and he asked me to come on Thursday. When I went there, I was rushing as it was during lunch time. He took his own sweet time to change. Suddenly, he said that the radio he had, could not fit and so he recommended me to repair the radio, else buy new one. I just told him to fix back my old radio and asked him to refund RM50.
As typical "businessman", he bullshitted by saying the money has been given to supplier, blah blah blah. So I told him to get me something which is equivalent to RM50. So he installed tweeter. I know it may cost lesser than that but I just wanted to get out from there.
Upon installation, my volume went to max and I couldn't control it. I knew it's something to do with the wiring, but the shopkeeper again bullshitted that I need to install modulator because I have installed tweeter.
At that time, I just wanted to get out from that shop. So I quickly came out and decided to go to "Brothers" during weekend.
Brothers was recommended by my colleague and he said that don't go for 2nd hand if you are going to use it for more that 2 years.
So I went to Brothers at Kelana Jaya and got a brand new SONY and got it fixed which is compatible to to the CD changer. I had to incur additional cost for the wire cooler and also fixing charge as they subcontracted the work.
But the work was clean and no cheats. At least you may feel peaceful about the work done without any confusions or dissatisfaction.
Now I know JC means "Just Con"- The money eaters.
My car's radio system was not functioning. So I went to JC Accessories at Jalan Ipoh( same row as HSBC) to get a 2nd hand version of a radio as it may cost lesser. I was looking for SONY which is compatible to the CD changer.
When I went there, the sales man asked me to buy new one then I said I can used the CD changer. So he asked me to come back next day and asked me to pay RM50 and it cost RM80. In addition, he asked me to change the wiper. Initially I didn't want, but looking at the condition of the wiper which was damn rusty, so I changed. Then He insisted me to get the car tinted and it may cost only RM350, but I was reluctant. He said, the vision can be a problem, but I knew He is trying to get money out of me. So I just asked him to put the tinting at the top part of the front screen. It costed RM55 then he reduced to RM50.
The next day called him for the radio, and he still say on the way. Then again on Wednesday and he asked me to come on Thursday. When I went there, I was rushing as it was during lunch time. He took his own sweet time to change. Suddenly, he said that the radio he had, could not fit and so he recommended me to repair the radio, else buy new one. I just told him to fix back my old radio and asked him to refund RM50.
As typical "businessman", he bullshitted by saying the money has been given to supplier, blah blah blah. So I told him to get me something which is equivalent to RM50. So he installed tweeter. I know it may cost lesser than that but I just wanted to get out from there.
Upon installation, my volume went to max and I couldn't control it. I knew it's something to do with the wiring, but the shopkeeper again bullshitted that I need to install modulator because I have installed tweeter.
At that time, I just wanted to get out from that shop. So I quickly came out and decided to go to "Brothers" during weekend.
Brothers was recommended by my colleague and he said that don't go for 2nd hand if you are going to use it for more that 2 years.
So I went to Brothers at Kelana Jaya and got a brand new SONY and got it fixed which is compatible to to the CD changer. I had to incur additional cost for the wire cooler and also fixing charge as they subcontracted the work.
But the work was clean and no cheats. At least you may feel peaceful about the work done without any confusions or dissatisfaction.
Now I know JC means "Just Con"- The money eaters.
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