What does ADIDAS stands for?

That's what we get for finishing our 10km race. An adidas visor and a finishing medal. I think the medal looks nice. As for the 42km runners, they get an extra ADIDAS finisher's t-shirt. There's no goody bag like SHAPE run but the experience is worth it coz never run in the dark. Hahaha... Really admire the determination of those doing the 42km and 84km.

Any idea what does ADIDAS stands for?

ADIDAS means 'All Day I Dream About Sex'. Hahaha.. Just kidding... it sounds better if it is 'All Day I Dream About Sports'. Or it could be 'All Day I Dream About Soccer'. Cool ya... come to think of it... the phrase really fits nicely.

BUT actually, ADIDAS actually comes from its founder, Adolf (Adi) Dassler. It's a combination of his nickname (Adi) and first 3 letters of his last name, Dassler (Das).

Nothing is Impossible = )

We all did it!!! ALL of us completed the run, even the virgin-runners, the sick and the unexperienced ones. I especially salute my 2 friends doing the 42km for the 1st time. One just recovered from 3 days of high fever and another never did any training before. They took 6hrs30++ mins and 9hrs30++mins respectively. My colleague finished her's in 5hrs30++mins.

Even PIGGY did it... really proud of her. She and her colleague is virgin-runners. I quite like running at night as there's no sun but it's still very HOT coz there's no wind at all. Overall, this run is well organized but one thing I really didn't like was the water point was limited. I almost died of de-hydration. I only managed to drink at about 7km. Not sure about the rest but I really need to drink to keep going. The previous run I joined had water point every 2-3km.

Well, I'll post some pictures up in FB when free. Plan to go a STEPS class later. hehe... CONGRATS to all!! I believe that when you really want to do something, you can! Thanks be to GOD and my new runners that my knee didn't pain till the last km. Can't wait to see the exact timing in 3 days time. = ))

So... till the next run in July.... GAMBATTE!!!

D-Day: Adidas Sundown Marathon 2009

Today (30th May 2009) is 'D' race day.... Sundown, people go zZz but tonight, Piggy, Ms.Blur (she will be cursing me when reading this...) and I will be sweating all the way to complete the 10km (starts at 8:30pm) and one friend of mine will be fighting with all her mind trying to complete the challenging 42 km (starts at 11:59pm). Another friend of mine doing the marathon is down with high fever so I don't think she can make it tonight.

The 42km would be a very interesting route, unlike the boring 10km run. It consist of straight road, bumpy and curvy road including bridges and overhead bridges. I'm pretty worried for that friend of mine who didn't do training. Well, I wish her all the best of luck... maybe a heroic marathon runner will rescue her when she is not feeling well. = )

Tapir was asking me to blog about my running preparation. Well, I didn't really train for my running but just going for gym cardio classes... on and off doing some runs on the treadmill. Does that count?!? Haha.. anyway, I'm doing it for fun and not for competition as I know my knee very well. Just need to be well and mentally prepared.

Piggy scolding me coz I didn't keep to my words for resting and not going to gym. I'm going for STEPS class later afternoon before the run tonight. Can't help it... butt itchy one day no go gym... feels like something is missing. kekeke... Will make sure I do it lightly and not hurt myself.

Hope the weather will be good tonight coz right now (1030am), the sky is sooo dark... it's like a storm coming... hahaha... If weather good, body good, mind well... it would be an enjoyable smooth run. Just need to come back rest rest... bath, wear the t-shirt and bring the race bib and tag along. Think would need about an hour to reach the race venue.

Well, wish us all the best of LUCK to finish the race in one piece, safe and sound. :p

New Runners doing a GOOD Job

I'm beginning to like my 'NEW' runners more and more. Today I managed to run 1km in 08 mins 15 secs, while waiting for my 'Mr-Late' instructor to come. I shall rest tomorrow and maybe run 1 LAST time on Thursday before the actual run to 'season' my NEW runners a bit. = )

Today's timing with new runners

Hmm... I think I quite like my new runners. Today tried running with it in GYM and my knee didn't pain that much. Hahaha... or it's just in my mind.

1.0km 09:00
1.5km 13:00
2.0km 16:50
2.5km 20:40
3.0km 24:30
3.5km 28:22
4.0km 31:23

After 4.0km, manage to go a 'STEPS' class. I find it quite comfy and the support is quite good, though not as 'cushiony' as my pair of ASICS. I know it's not advisable to wear new shoes for run but my old pair of ASICS is getting bit loose and not so comfy. I'll see how it goes before deciding to wear it for my run this SAT. = )

My NEW Runners = )

Just got my 'NEW' pair of Running shoes today. It's the 'Women's Air Pegasus +25'. My favourite 'NIKE' and it's 'Murasaki' in colour. I hope this would be a 'COMFY' pair. Plan to get another pair of 'ASICS', design may not be my favourite but cushioning wise it is quite good. Design wise, I still like 'NIKE' the best of all. = )

CROCS Crazy Sale 2009

Today my wallet bleeding... after 'CROCS Crazy Sale' at EXPO. I didn't get everything that I wanted as some were out of stock but I managed to get my favourite 'CAPRI' at $30. Last year, it was not on sale and the usual price is about $69.

Wanted to get my family each a pair but I guess no luck. I bought my twin nephews each a pair with jibbitz (little cute accesories at the holes of the crocs) and I even got a pair for cutie pie. Hahaha.. I know she can't walk yet but it's sooo cute, just can't resist to get her a pair of baby pink crocs. I got my brother and sis-in-law sandals too.

Piggy also manage to grab a couple of pairs herself. This year's sale is more organized compared to last year's chaotic situation. We went there about 9am and there were already Q starting there, even though the sale only starts at 10am. People here buy things like it's FREE.

Countdown: 1 more week to go...

Time really flies. One more week to go and it will be my 'ADIDAS Sundown 10km Run'. I didn't really train much coz of my poor 'rusty' knees. My fault for not treating it well. Haha.

Today, I tried doing a 10km in the GYM but could not make it coz my knee starts to pain again. I had to give it a rest after 1 hour on the treadmill.

Today's timing:-

5km: 46mins 12secs
6km: 55mins 10secs
6.5km: 1 hour

Well, at least I can make it past 5km this time though walk a lot in between. Got stamina but no good knees... Previously got good knees but no stamina. Guess nothing's perfect...

No GYM on the last 3 days... REST... REST... REST... to charge up for the run on 30May2009.

Nothing is Impossible is Nothing

Last night, I received my friend's SMS asking if she could finish running 42km in 2 weeks time without any training. Last minute, her friend signed up for the marathon but could not make it. Well, I replied her telling her she could finish the 42km but may break her leg. If cannot run all the way also can walk in between to complete the distance.

Well, she made up her mind to come join us in the ADIDAS Sundown run.... I'm just doing the 10km run while she's doing the 42km. All the BEST!!

Like ADIDAS's tagline....

If 42km is Impossible,
And Nothing is Impossible...
Therefore, 42KM is nothing.
Hahaha...

Well, MIND is always stronger than BODY. If you believe hard enough, you can do anything.
I'm still working on my 'stubborn' mind... hahaha... Not enough perserverance and determination but I believe I would be able to do it one day. = )

** use combination of 'ADIDAS' and 'NIKE'...kekeke...

Today's Reading

Highlights: Never close yourself off to the idea that people can change. Give them a chance.

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You may have already made up your mind about a certain person, but why not consider changing your opinion today? You should never close yourself off to the possibility that people can change, because they can. You have, haven't you? So set aside any negative feelings and make the best of the situation by thinking the best about this person. Life is too short to be judgmental about others. Give them the benefit of the doubt and you'll be rewarded.

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Hmm... I guess I could be very judgemental sometimes especially the '1st impression' which plays a very important role BUT sometimes it could be just some false impression that I get. I know people can change as much as I do myself BUT only when you really want to work towards the change. Like the usual old saying, "It's easier said than done..."

I guess the BEST thing to do is just 'Don't Expect Anything...' and everyone will be MORE happy... Just let things be... let nature run its course...

Moo-Moo Jewels' 1st Project

My 1st simple project --> 'PEARL Swarovski Earrings' * Piggy said 'VIRGIN' piece... haha...

Controlled-Shopaholic lost her mind 2day

OMG... I think I lost my mind today... accompany my colleague to this beads shop during lunch time and I ended up buying so many stuff. Arrgghhh... and it cost me $27.80. I think maybe it is due to the 'HOT' weather and aircond is out of order in the shop. Too hot to think... Hahaha.. Ok.. Ok... excuse... So tempted to do make some accessories when I saw my colleague busy making it after attending her lessons. Hands itchy... BUT really an 'expensive' hobby. = (

WOLVERINE -> must watch

This show actually tells you about how 'WOLVERINE' came about from the past and how he become who he is now. It's pretty sad... a romantic love story of him and his lover... the effects in the movie was great. I personally like it a lot though it does not have much good review compared to 'Batman' and 'Superman'. Well, I really enjoyed the movie plus you get to see the handsome 'Hugh Jackman' and 'Daniel Henney'.

Check it out if you have not watched it! = )