I grew up in Australia. Like most girls (anywhere really), I went through a very body-conscious period in my life. I was hyper-aware of the food I consumed, and yes, I calorie counted to control the intake as well. One of the things I also tried – as a means of managing calories – wasContinue reading “Artificial Sweeteners Increase Appetite”
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Spartan Sprint 2019 – Kuching
On Saturday 19 October, the GISKL PTF team took on the Spartan Sprint in Kuching at the Leadership Institute of Sarawak Civil Service. True to the spirit of GIS, it was a day filled with determination, resilience, risk-taking, and teamwork. For two of our team members, Ms. Awesome and Beauty Queen, Spartan Sprint Kuching wouldContinue reading “Spartan Sprint 2019 – Kuching”
Spartan Kuching Pre-Race Assessment
It’s two more sleeps until race day. After a disastrous Beast race, I confess that I am not feeling very confident about this one. I know it is the Sprint, the shortest and easiest of all Spartan races, but I am still nervous. Kuching is a wildcard – a new race venue that no oneContinue reading “Spartan Kuching Pre-Race Assessment”
Climbing, Endurance, Over-Training, and Finding Balance
I started rock climbing again. I thought it would be a more enjoyable way to build up my strength since I really loathe the conventional methods. It will not be quite as specific as regular strength training so I still need to maintain my PT sessions. Well at least it will provide a bit moreContinue reading “Climbing, Endurance, Over-Training, and Finding Balance”
SCKLM 2019: 10 KM Leisure
On Sunday 29 September, I ran in the Standard Chartered KL Marathon (SCKLM). This year I was in the leisure category – no stress, just take it easy. I did the same race last year (nearly 18 months ago) and I thought it would be a great opportunity for a progress report since the courseContinue reading “SCKLM 2019: 10 KM Leisure”
A Tale of Foam Rollers and Massages
FMR is a foam-roller die hard. He absolutely swears by it and diligently foam rolls every day. I, on the other hand, own a foam roller that has collected a layer of dust so thick you could scrape it off to make dust bunnies. Until recently… I have never had knee pain to the pointContinue reading “A Tale of Foam Rollers and Massages”
Holiday Home Workout
Since I was going Down Under for two weeks and was worried I would lose everything I’ve built up training for the Spartan Beast, I asked my PT for homework. This is what he set me (there were limitations because no access to a gym or weights) – I thought I’d keep it posted hereContinue reading “Holiday Home Workout”
Spartan Beast 2019 – Tambun
Spartan Beast for 2019 – check. I am now two thirds of the way towards my first trifecta and I’m relieved that the last leg will be the shortest race – the Sprint. Race Report I confess that I totally underestimated how tough it would be. I thought I was prepared, but I was not.Continue reading “Spartan Beast 2019 – Tambun”
Spartan Beast Obstacle Assessment
The map is out for the Spartan race in Tambun so I figured it’s time to do a little homework… Obstacles List for the Beast Looks like a lot of repeats from the Super we did earlier this year plus a few extras (an 8 foot wall and 4 other obstacles I’ve never encountered beforeContinue reading “Spartan Beast Obstacle Assessment”
Hiking Trails: Kota Damansara
It’s the school holidays and the Jungle Babes (with cubs in tow) decided to try a new hiking trail. We found the Kota Damasara Community Forest which is a lovely, family friendly, hiking trail that was largely undulating and very well marked. Most intersections had maps posted and there were signs and clear markings allContinue reading “Hiking Trails: Kota Damansara”
