NB Real Run

I arrived 25 minutes late. Because I thought it was at the Singapore Expo. I did think it was strange that I didnt seecrowds in the MRT. I thought maybe it was an unpopular run.

But no. I was in the wrong place. I got a cab, which met a road block, went on a huge detour, after which I still had to walk 2km in the hot sun to get to the start point.

But at least they let me join the race.

The trail bit was a little disappointing. I dont know what to expect, but I thought it'd be like macritchie. But it was a flat course and the only unevenness was by tire tracks by heavy vehicles. So I didnt think it was much harder than running on a dirt road. Only since someone I knew got her ankle sprained, it does require a bit of attention.

But you would look down on the ground anyway, rather than look up. Because it was searing hot and when I did look up, I saw colourless ants crawling in the blue sky. if I kept at it I imagine I'd pass out.

The road bit was OK because most it was in the shade. But then it became really humid and uncomfortable. I'm glad about the number of water point. suffificent. I stopped to drink and walked 10m after each water point. The heat was maddening.

The beach bit felt short, much to my relief.

And then the final 2km on the road/runway was the toughest. It was so easy to give up.

The great thing about running late, literally, is that you dont jostle with the crowd. But I wont recommend it. Because I reckon at the tail end you're not about to meet the most motivated crowd. Sure there are late comers and the average runner like you. But in that last stretch of searing heat and shoes hot from the tarmac, the last thing you need is people walking to the finish line.

I am happy to have strangers push me on, especially when I was sms-ing.

I would do it again. The NB run was very well organised.

After brunch I went for Derek's ashtanga. I had to do it to stretch my very tight muscles. It was a good class as always and I did feel good doing the poses.

And after class I ate again. Lots.

51,5kg. Dont hate me but its too much.