7th September : my 1st Ironman70.3

There i was, remarking a couple of blog posts ago, that Ironman70.3 Singapore is out of my race calendar this year. I haven't been really training. O yes, i got a new bike, but haven't managed really good mileage on it. But i did sign for it... with the euphoria and endorphins released from that one hot Desaru Long Distance Triathlon.

Though I have to admit, i was feeling way bummed out even before the day came, and the fatigue and keeping the body in moving mode (i wouldn't use the word race, cos i'm too slow) was getting to me. I just wanted the Singapore Ironman70.3 to be over. The thought of swimming 1.9km, and riding 90k, and running 21k thereafter... was just driving me crazy. Afterall, this is the 3rd event in a month. Let's see : Desaru Long Dist , Army Half Marathon & Ironman70.3 Singapore.

I decided to ask my mom and sis to show some support by watching the swim leg. To my surprise they agreed. I felt good... and ready to put off my best. It's the first race my family has decided to come support me. At 715am, i was all panicky. Of cos, mom just went her usual "cannot make it, then stop". She did tell me after the race that her heart hurts cos she sees me in so much pain. My sister however was all excited over the fact i wasn't the last out of water, and said i kick butt. :) I had a pretty decent swim, although i am pretty sure seabugs love me. And i know the next day is gonna hurt.

Got onto my bike and went onto hit those 90k. I was a lil worried about Sheares Bridge climb, but kept going, as i did not want to end up pushing my bike. That sight of pushing bike is not me. It's not glam, it's so not for me. At the first 30k, i actually felt really happy, keeping a nice pace... completing around slightly past an hour. At the next 60k, i was still feel buzzed, and thought "yes, this is gonna be one heck of a race". By the time i hit 75k, the sun was out in full force, the heat was slowly making its way to me. I started counting the number of climbs i have left... and just shook my head. What surprised me though was the time i came at... after the 90k. I was well below the desaru timing... and was ready to aim for a good timing on the run.

That was not to be. The run leg was hot and tough, filled with stretches that are demoralizing. I wonder how i got through the 21k at Army Half and at Desaru. At one point, i told a passing supporter that i thought i was faster rolling myself on the ground. It sure wasn't a pretty sight. Seeing Erik's car and Barry's car along the way lifted my spirits a little. Tried as i might, i could not run. I had to hobble for a good length. Sigh.....

I did complete the race. With a slight improvement of 3 mins from DESARU. Uncle Vincent was there to welcome me. Mr. E, Barry, Casey, Ron & Chloe were in Carl's Jr, waiting for my return. At that point, i really felt they rock. They did show some support afterall. And i just love them to bits. Thanks guys.

So now it's official
i am a half-ironman
who knew... 3 events 4 weeks... omg, i did it

Eve ANG

BIB	AGE	STATE/COUNTRY	PROFESSION
41	27	Singapore Singapore

SWIM	BIKE	RUN	OVERALL	RANK	DIV.POS.
53:27	3:27:43	3:17:25	7:47:51	967	130

LEG	DISTANCE	PACE	RANK	DIV.POS.
TOTAL SWIM	1.2 mi. (53:27)	2:48/100m	758	99
FIRST BIKE SEGMENT	18.6 mi (1:05:39)	17.00 mph
SECOND BIKE SEGMENT	18.7 mi (1:08:04)	16.48 mph
THIRD BIKE SEGMENT	18.7 mi (1:14:00)	15.16 mph
TOTAL BIKE	56 mi (3:27:43)	16.18 mph	899	119
FIRST RUN SEGMENT	2.9 mi (37:33)	12:56/mi
SECOND RUN SEGMENT	1.5 mi (23:08)	15:25/mi
THIRD RUN SEGMENT	2.9 mi (--:--)	--/mi
FOURTH RUN SEGMENT	1.6 mi (--:--)	--/mi
FIFTH RUN SEGMENT	2.8 mi (--:--)	--/mi
FINAL RUN SEGMENT	1.4 mi (7:47:51)	34:10/mi
TOTAL RUN	13.1 mi. (3:17:25)	15:04/mile	967	130
TRANSITION				TIME
T1: SWIM-TO-BIKE				4:38
T2: BIKE-TO-RUN				4:38