I never thought I'd do this - wake up at 4:45am and then make my way to Sentosa for 6:15am paddle. I got a lift from a teammate and both of us arrived at Tanjong Beach at 6am.
The beach was nice and quiet and while waiting for the others to arrive, we sat in the dark chatting and enjoying the relaxing sound of the waves lapping up the shore.
We saw the sun rise to greet us and welcome us to the day as we paddled. The orangey-red ball of fire made its slow ascent as I paddled in the first seat. After 20 minutes, I was exhausted already. Being in Seat 1 is really tiring 'cos you're pulling dead water. But it also shows that I need to work on my strength and endurance. That means more running and more weights training for me - both of which I don't particularly enjoy. Blah.
The next 20 minutes saw me steering the canoe and getting more practice as a steerer. I did OK, I think. 'Cept for a few zig-zags and one instance of heading straight into a boat's path. But anyway, I steered everyone home safely. Haha.
After washing the canoes and washing up and changing into work wear, I still managed to reach the office on time! Was 10 minutes early in fact - stepped in at 8:20am. It definitely was a good morning workout!
Posted by DSD at October 13, 2006 10:28 AMSounds like a wonderful way to start the day. Except for the 4.45am wake-up though. ;)
Posted by: Ivan at October 14, 2006 8:55 PMwow. I'm sooooooooooooo not a morning person. I'm wondering how you did it!
Posted by: jaja at October 14, 2006 10:58 PMHey DSD, I'm back in Hong Kong and thought I'd share a nice meal I had recently with you. It's here - most of it, anyway. Best, Dan
Posted by: Dan at October 16, 2006 3:15 AMWah! That's hella early!
Posted by: abraxis at October 17, 2006 3:03 PM