Running in rain

I joined the runners of hkrunners.com to have a 19 Km long distance training run in Sai Kung High Island Reservoir in the morning today.

The temperature was not too cold, but it rained heavily in the middle of the run. Still managed to complete the training in 1 hr 40 mins.

There was a lot ups and downs in the course but I did not feel any difficulties this time. I guess it was the effect of the cooler temperature and the cooling effect of the rain.

Enjoyed the run with so many running lovers very much.

7 Km inter-departmental race

Having completed a 7 Km inter-departmental race in the cooler and rainy morning today.

Despite the coldness and a little rain, I managed to complete the race in 34 mins.

Still enjoying joining running races and a friendly gathering with friends and colleagues.

Deepest Sympathy

It's really a sad news to have learnt that the fainted full marathon runner in Standard Chartered HK Marathon 2006 passed away last evening.

Wishing he resting in peace.

I send my deepest condolence to the runner's family.

Wishing such tragedy never happen again.

The Classic and Standard Chartered HK Marathon 2006

Having watch the Korean movie The Classic in the evening yesterday. The movie was in fact a little bit "silly" with old fashion style. However it's very touching.

After watching the movie and another animation Monster, I went to bed at 0130 hrs. I woke up at 0430 hrs and only had 3 hrs sleeping last evening.

I arrived at the starting point at 0530 hrs in the morning today, and had a simple breakfast (cake + soya bean milk)

My left foot was so tense at the first 10 Km and could not run fast. Luckily it become much better after 10 Km and I could run faster afterwards.

Finally I completed the race in 1 hr 57 mins which is similar to last yr's record.

A strong built lady runner follwed me after 15 Km and shouting "add oil" making me quite annoyed. I had to faster my pace to loose her.

Luckily I got away from her before the exit of Western Tunnel.

I sprinted in the last 200 metres and over took several expatriate male runners also making me feel good

Running and Munich

I had my last 5 Km running session at Sir Cecil's Ride in the afternoon today.

The weather was fine with cooler temperature and a lot of sunshine.

My feet were heavy but my heart was even heavier after having watched the movie Munich earlier in the afternoon.

We should be grateful that we were not born in Israel or palestine's refuge's camp.

I'm also thankful that I have the chance to run in our mother nature with so many lovely birds and trees around. There are so many people having no chance to see the sunrise in the next morning.

Munich is the kind of greatest movies that standing with Godfather I & II. A Better Tomorrow by NG Yu Sum will be looked like a movie student's gradruated work compared with Munich.

However if you wish to watch an entertaining movie and leaving with a light heart, Munich will be your last choice.

I'm so glad that I have a chance to join the Hong Kong Marathon on the coming Sunday. There are so many unfortunate people who died from SARS or other accidents should have the same chance to join the run too.

Munich will probaly bring me numerous sleepless nights after having waken up by nightmares.

I really love Munich

State of mind

After the heat debate online last evening, I have a second thought about the training in long run

I believe that too many mileages (50 to 120 Km per week) only cause back and knee injuries and does not guarantee a good result
That's why I don't buy the theory of LI Kar Lun or FUNG Hong
I guess muti training is more suitable for ordinary runners like us
Moreover state of mind is another important matter for a marathoner. Many "slow" sport such as Tai Chi, Yoga could enhance the concentration and state of mind of a marathoner
That's why those free divers used yoga to enhance their state of mind to dive deeper and deeper
Just to share with U my thinking indeed

Ma On Shan 8Km Run 2006

Having returned home after completed the race in 39 mins 50 secs
The weather today is perfect for running race
However the organizing of the race especially the arrangement at the finihing point was in a mess
The worst matter was I come to know the co-organizer Ma On Shan Le Point being chaired by DAB's District Councillor LAU Kwong Wah
If I had known such fact, I would not have joined the race at all
I ran the race without any fighting spirit
Luckily at the final 2 Km a female runner challenged to overtake me, and forcing me to speed up my pace
I will not join the race next year, and should have checked the background of the co-organizer next time

Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2006

Just having collected my SCM running pack at Victoria Park in the morning today

The arrangement was nice that I could collect my stuff within 2 minutes

The best thing is that both MTR & KCR have arranged Marathon Express this year

I have no need to risk my life to take those overnight PLB this year

Running Exercise

Having a 35 mins lite running exercise at Sir Cecil's Ride in the afternoon today

The weather is perfect for running with some breeze on the course

Still having a tight and sore left leg during the run

However, after the cool down exercise, my legs were much relaxing

Enjoying the run very much today despite some jamming hikers

Fat Choi Run 2006

Just having returned home after completed the 8 Km Fat Choi Run 2006 despite my sored and tight left foot

In fact my completion time (37 mins 32 secs) was 2 mins+ faster than my record last year

The warm weather is perfect for running, and might be a little bit hot

Enjoying the rave pretty much

HKLRRC had done a nice job today

By the way having completed all six races in January 2006

HKLRRC

Reebok 15 Km 2006

Having completed the 15 Km in 1 hr 24 mins in the morning at Sai Kung today
The weather was perfect for running
However I was too relax and jogged for 10 Km in 58 mins before adding more effort to complete the final 5 Km
I enjoy the running ver much today, especially meeting a friend (not seen for a while) at the finishing point

Hong Kong Half Marathon 2006

I attended the Mizuno Hong Kong Half Marathon in the morning today
Unluckily wearing too much clothes getting me nearly overheated during the run
The worst matter was my legs gatting cramp in turn after 17 Km
I guess I have to train up my centre fitness and running distance weekly in the coming future
Still enjoying the race anyway

Sir Cecil's Ride

Having a 13 km running exercise at Sir Cecil's Ride in the afternoon today
Despite those numerous hikers jamming on the trail, I enjoyed my running today

Unfortunately a large portion of the trail has been covered with "breathless" cement between the shelter and Mount Butler Rd
The HK government choose to cover every trail with cement is extremely stupid indeed

Cyberrun 5 Km 2005

Having completed the Cyberrun 5 Km in such fine weather at Cyber Port in 25 mins on 27/11/2005 (Sunday)
This my first time visiting Cyber Port, and the view is quite nice (facing the harbour)
The race course is quite narrow, and most of the time is on the pedestrain walk
There are some uphill courses too
The race is interesting with many souvenirs including a shoes bag
Enjoy the run very much

hkrunners

Nike 10 Km 2005

Completed the Nike 10 Km in 52 mins+ in the morning today

The weather is perfect for running today, but the attendants are numerous making the race course jamming

My completion time is still 5 mins slower than last yrs

I have to practice speed work and go to gym later to improve my running time




www.nike.com.hk/running

Running exercise

Having a 52 mins running exercise (about 10.5 Km) at Sir Cecil's Ride
The cooler temperature making the run more comfortable
A wild cat ran in front of me when I was running at the trail.
The birds made a loud noise after the cat jumped into the bush
There are two expatriate female runners running at the opposite direction when I ran for 40 mins
Enjoy the running today very much

www.hkrunners.com

Running Exercise

Having a 30 mins lite run at Sir Cecil's Ride in the afternoon today
Still feeling tire with sour legs after the Gold Coast 15 Km last Sunday
The temperature is a little bit cooler , but I felt uncomfortable with hot inside and cool on the surface
Nearly bumped into an expatriate young gal runner in the opposite direction, who run in a faster speed
Despite my tire body and mind, I enjoy the running exercise today

www.hkrunners.com

Gold Coast 15 Km Run

Just having completed the 15 Km run in the morning in about 1 hr 25 mins today
The temperature was still hot with a lot of sunshine and high hudmidity
I sprinted at the last 400 m and passed about 7 runners to reach the finishing point
Still enjoyed the run despite about 7 mins slower than last yr
However, early leaving costed me the chance to take picture with the Champion (as usual) Mark Willaims

Running exercise

Having a light running practice for about 5.5 Km at Sir Cecil's Ride in the afternoon today
Still feeling tire after the Fila HM on last Sunday
The smoggy weather also add the difficulies to the running too
Luckily there is breeze from time to time making the exercise
Enjoying the exercise anyway
Surprisingly no runners was met on the whole journey

www.hkrunners.com

Fila Half Marathon 2005

Just having returned home after having completed the Fila Half Marathon in 2 hrs 4 mins

It was a slow time indeed bause of lack of running practice and the hot weather

I have not enough running practice for almost a month, and making my running extremely difficult today

I guess I might have suffered mild heat stroke in the final 2 Km. I felt cold from head to toe while running in the "wild" sun light

However, I felt satisfied and happy when crossing the finish line finally