Friday, November 16, 2007

Results out...u better run la macha!

The official results from Powerman are out on the web. Nothing to be poyo about sebab nothing can be gauged with. Unless ada duathlon series before the powerman, but then again maybe I can compare with last year's results. Nope, don't think so sebab the distances for the run & bike leg are different. But then again, the results inspires me to look forward to another powerman next year...with improvements...SUB-2 HOURS! Muahahaha!

Basically the details are as follows:
  • Run 5.5km = 0:29:53
  • T1 = 0:02:03
  • Bike 32km = 1:05:24
  • T2 = 0:01:35
  • Run 5km = 0:35:21
  • Total = 2:14:20

Each of the task requires a step-up.

Run 5.5km - The strategy to run at race pace from the start line appeared destructive considering my poor & undiscipline running preps. Only depended on mind & thanks to Saiful who ran along to T1. Get a proper running technic & get the legs in shape la bro.

T1 - Unnecessarily spending more than a minute due to exhaustion from run. Was a bit hazy deciding which items to leave behind & which to use next, in priority. Items to be clearly visible for the biking leg.

Bike32km - The effort of maintaining an average of 29-31km/hr at flats was phenomenal. Maybe this was due to regular rides during Ramadhan & after hari raya. The cramps were probably due to hydration deficiency from days before. Must closely monitor hydration next time. For extra item that might be considered for improvement is an aerobar. Being overtook by aerobar beholders were a sight to be envied. The relax position might help focusing on the spinning rather than pening kepala to get comfy & aerodynamic at the same time.

T2 - Was able to put on the running shoes fast but spending 30 secs looking for a powergel in the bag. However, it was considered a wise move knowing my feeble running & the crampy bike leg before.

Run 5km - Was basically running to survive & finish, not to outrun the others. Hehehe. Was drained from first run leg & the cramp. Was running with precaution so as not to injure myself. Same message : get the legs in shape for running.

Overall - Run la macha...run

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