Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Power Workout! Or Not quite...
One of my History juniors are getting married and have created a blog on the wedding, for the purpose of RSVPing and introducing the couple. I thought that was a nice idea.
What caught my attention, though, was the groom's admittance that running (or even being active in general) was not something he liked to do. However, under the urging of his then-girlfriend, he undertook it as a regular thing and began to like it, at least grudgingly.
My lifestyle used to be really sedentary. My mum actually revealed to me one day back in primary school in Indonesia that my PE teacher told her that I was "weak". It didn't help that I suffered from regular asthma attacks which made me despise physical activities that would trigger it even more. Even after the asthma became a thing of the past, I still loathed those PE sessions that we all had to undergo twice a week. IPPT was the bane of my life, although I did manage to achieve a Silver in Secondary 3 or 4. I was actually glad that nobody could force me to be physically active anymore in university. I did and still do walk a lot and believed that was sufficient and marvelled at people like Weijin, to whom running is as regular as eating.
Now, I am happy to say that I have attempted to be more of an exerciser over the years!!
Okay, it's actually equivalent to hitting it out at the cross-trainer about once a week at the workplace gym. But if I have a car, like I do for this whole week, I would like to go everyday! I did three days worth of gym at The Sentosa Resort and Spa. Love, love, love the gym. They have the newest equipment and loveliest view. It also didn't stink of sweat, unlike other gyms. Best of all, I usually had the gym all to myself. Loved my arms after those three days!
I think my grudging turn to exercising began when my doctor recommended it as a way to deal with stress and in turn, my thyroid condition. After a (very) slow start, it has picked up somewhat.
But I learned that even staying at 5-star hotels during work trips are terribly boring, even lonely. Okay, I guess I shouldn't be complaining about free trips, because they are wonderful. I doubt I would have anymore chance from now on. Would love a short trip before I embark on my masters, though. Anyway, the nearer thing to look forward to is another workout session tomorrow!
What caught my attention, though, was the groom's admittance that running (or even being active in general) was not something he liked to do. However, under the urging of his then-girlfriend, he undertook it as a regular thing and began to like it, at least grudgingly.
My lifestyle used to be really sedentary. My mum actually revealed to me one day back in primary school in Indonesia that my PE teacher told her that I was "weak". It didn't help that I suffered from regular asthma attacks which made me despise physical activities that would trigger it even more. Even after the asthma became a thing of the past, I still loathed those PE sessions that we all had to undergo twice a week. IPPT was the bane of my life, although I did manage to achieve a Silver in Secondary 3 or 4. I was actually glad that nobody could force me to be physically active anymore in university. I did and still do walk a lot and believed that was sufficient and marvelled at people like Weijin, to whom running is as regular as eating.
Now, I am happy to say that I have attempted to be more of an exerciser over the years!!
Okay, it's actually equivalent to hitting it out at the cross-trainer about once a week at the workplace gym. But if I have a car, like I do for this whole week, I would like to go everyday! I did three days worth of gym at The Sentosa Resort and Spa. Love, love, love the gym. They have the newest equipment and loveliest view. It also didn't stink of sweat, unlike other gyms. Best of all, I usually had the gym all to myself. Loved my arms after those three days!
I think my grudging turn to exercising began when my doctor recommended it as a way to deal with stress and in turn, my thyroid condition. After a (very) slow start, it has picked up somewhat.
But I learned that even staying at 5-star hotels during work trips are terribly boring, even lonely. Okay, I guess I shouldn't be complaining about free trips, because they are wonderful. I doubt I would have anymore chance from now on. Would love a short trip before I embark on my masters, though. Anyway, the nearer thing to look forward to is another workout session tomorrow!
Labels: Saya Affairs
Monday, May 11, 2009
Long Weekend Yahoy!
This has been the most restful long weekend I have ever had for a while. I realised that, for the past few months or so, weekends have more often than not been a series of rushing here and there. Mostly for the preparation of the event, but also because we have been looking around for a church to attend. And I am ashamed to say that, after being accustomed to attending Saturday afternoon services, it has become very tiring to rouse myself to wake up for early Sunday morning services.
It hasn't been easy to find a place we can both belong to. Really pray that God show us where to go.
Anyhow, Mother's Day was a real bummer. I volunteered to drive my grandparents to show a guest around and ended up thoroughly regretting it. At the risk of sounding like an unfilial bitch, it is really annoying to be treated like a chauffeur, especially by someone who has lost all sense of direction and yet still want to boss people around. My grandma and I din relish being made to sit in the car, while they went to look around. If they thought they are saving a few cents of parking fees, they were actually wasting petrol money. The drive at night was even worse in a way. Although I was glad that I was able to help with my good sense of direction, but still, it will have to be a long while before I'll ever do it again. I much prefer driving my grandma to shop and waiting for her, somehow.
This morning has been great. It has been ages since I slept this well and could laze about in bed. Sadly, I just found out that UOB Lady's card no longer entitles me to complimentary workout at California Fitness!! Ah well. Anyway shall still enjoy the break!
It hasn't been easy to find a place we can both belong to. Really pray that God show us where to go.
Anyhow, Mother's Day was a real bummer. I volunteered to drive my grandparents to show a guest around and ended up thoroughly regretting it. At the risk of sounding like an unfilial bitch, it is really annoying to be treated like a chauffeur, especially by someone who has lost all sense of direction and yet still want to boss people around. My grandma and I din relish being made to sit in the car, while they went to look around. If they thought they are saving a few cents of parking fees, they were actually wasting petrol money. The drive at night was even worse in a way. Although I was glad that I was able to help with my good sense of direction, but still, it will have to be a long while before I'll ever do it again. I much prefer driving my grandma to shop and waiting for her, somehow.
This morning has been great. It has been ages since I slept this well and could laze about in bed. Sadly, I just found out that UOB Lady's card no longer entitles me to complimentary workout at California Fitness!! Ah well. Anyway shall still enjoy the break!
Labels: Saya Affairs
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