Didn’t think this would happen but I skipped morning training today. Had to give my ankles a break. Many more days to go, don’t wanna kill them by being headstrong.
Haha did pump instead. Yup, giving ankles a break doesn’t mean giving body a break! Went for a bit of sun baking too…getting there but still a few more shades to go. I’m crazy, I wanna looked burned.
Kept an eagle eye on my ankles during afternoon training. Not too bad luckily, survived. Mostly. Something happened during training, was sparring with Boon Ma again and it was going pretty well. Then during one of the breaks, another trainer showed me something about knees. Guess I was too intent listening and wasn’t looking where I kicked but I knee-ed right into Boon Ma’s groin.
I didn’t know whether to laugh or die of embarrassment. The guys were all hooting, laughing and giving me hi-fives.
I couldn’t help it.
I laughed my head off.
Well I was mortified too, did try saying sorry in between breaths. Damn, it was funny.
Thursday, March 29, 2007
Day 15
Halfway there! Damn…only halfway there. I’m being grumpy lately because my body seems to be falling apart bit by bit. Guess I’ve found out how long it can stand intensive training day in day out.
You are not gonna believe this but I’ve busted my left foot too. What happened was I kicked right into Boon Ma’s elbow. Hurts like shit, big bruise on top of my foot. One of the guys was really nice, helped me rubbed medicated oil on it. Haha he happens to be one of the cute ones here, tried like hell not to cuss my head off cos the pain was worse than getting hit. Now I officially walk like an 80 year-old woman everytime I get up.
You are not gonna believe this but I’ve busted my left foot too. What happened was I kicked right into Boon Ma’s elbow. Hurts like shit, big bruise on top of my foot. One of the guys was really nice, helped me rubbed medicated oil on it. Haha he happens to be one of the cute ones here, tried like hell not to cuss my head off cos the pain was worse than getting hit. Now I officially walk like an 80 year-old woman everytime I get up.
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Day 14
Nung, Apidej's son. It was great to train with him. He's more into techniques which was just what i needed.
Wow, the baby leopard was just gorgeous. Girl by the way, couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw her. Have no idea how old she is and pretty feisty hehe. Managed to pet her while she restlessly paced about the studio.
Another long day.
Did pump again in the afternoon, if the weights are what I think they are, I’m making good progress. Right ankle hurting, think may have to lay off it during training tomorrow.
Day 13
I think I had the Monday blues. Training in the morning was total crap. Didn’t sleep a wink last night, almost didn’t wake up in time for training.
Sparred with Boon Ma again today. I got socked like a hundred times. It was considered light but it still felt like a small concussion every time I got hit. You’d have thought after being hit a few times that I’d guard better but NOooo…arms weren’t listening. Legs weren’t too for that matter. Him being a seasoned fighter, his aim was dead on. I kept getting kicked in the same spot, big bruises tomorrow I’m sure. Took a few kicks to my trunk too. Let me tell you, it feels like your whole ribcage vibrates along with the organs and for a split second, you can’t breathe. And it was a light kick mind you. I can’t imagine what would’ve happened if it was a real kick or punch. God, I really have no idea how those people fight in the ring. Million Dollar Baby?? I feel more like One Dollar Baby.
Afternoon session was better, body’s awake by then. Busted my right ankle. Shit. Best part is my left’s just barely holding, so this is not good news. I have to really watch out.
I know that the middle of every journey or anything we do is the toughest stage to sustain. I’m heading into my 3rd week here and honestly, I’m ready to go home. I’m not sure how I’m gonna make it through the next 2 weeks. I’m not giving up, not this easily, that’s not who I am. Just feeling a little frustrated with my progress or rather lack of and not getting enough quality sleep.
Sparred with Boon Ma again today. I got socked like a hundred times. It was considered light but it still felt like a small concussion every time I got hit. You’d have thought after being hit a few times that I’d guard better but NOooo…arms weren’t listening. Legs weren’t too for that matter. Him being a seasoned fighter, his aim was dead on. I kept getting kicked in the same spot, big bruises tomorrow I’m sure. Took a few kicks to my trunk too. Let me tell you, it feels like your whole ribcage vibrates along with the organs and for a split second, you can’t breathe. And it was a light kick mind you. I can’t imagine what would’ve happened if it was a real kick or punch. God, I really have no idea how those people fight in the ring. Million Dollar Baby?? I feel more like One Dollar Baby.
Afternoon session was better, body’s awake by then. Busted my right ankle. Shit. Best part is my left’s just barely holding, so this is not good news. I have to really watch out.
I know that the middle of every journey or anything we do is the toughest stage to sustain. I’m heading into my 3rd week here and honestly, I’m ready to go home. I’m not sure how I’m gonna make it through the next 2 weeks. I’m not giving up, not this easily, that’s not who I am. Just feeling a little frustrated with my progress or rather lack of and not getting enough quality sleep.
Day 11
Morning training.
Pump.
Afternoon training.
‘K.O-ed’…
Had Boon Ma again today. Apparently he felt I did well during the afternoon session. Said my kicks had a lot more power, getting the swing better. I think it must be the doughnut I had before training haha. Thank god it’s Sunday tomorrow…
Pump.
Afternoon training.
‘K.O-ed’…
Had Boon Ma again today. Apparently he felt I did well during the afternoon session. Said my kicks had a lot more power, getting the swing better. I think it must be the doughnut I had before training haha. Thank god it’s Sunday tomorrow…
Friday, March 23, 2007
Another trainer I always train with
Name: Boonma Prathan
Fight name: Machai Fairtex
Nick name "Boonma"
45 fights, 37 wins, 1 draw
Kick and knee specialist
Day 10
Where I train everyday. There's 4 rings in total.
The bags area.
Weights section of the gym. Small but adequate.
See the bump right under my wrist? Big bruise.
Here's the pool. Small but not too bad.
Badge of honor hehe! Added a few more after this pic was taken
Here's my gloves! Cool eh!One third into my stay here, time really flies. Honestly, what I’ve learned is not really applicable to the gym. It’s totally different, nothing like what we are teaching or what I’ve learned back home. I hope I can somehow use it but it’s doubtful. It would be great if I’m allowed to teach a special class using what I’ve learned. I’m thinking it’ll be in the same vein as JC Boxercise, almost like an extension of it. There would be elbows and knees of course. Hmm no kicks though… Mike would probably kick me first before I allow kicks in the class.
Wanted to do pump again today. Muscles were feeling pretty okay but after the morning session, decided to suntan instead hehe. Man, I was kicking and punching like a girl! Absolutely no power, very frustrating. So off I went to use their pool for the first time. I am not, I repeat, I am not going back without a tan. After the failed attempt at Krabi, I don’t care if I look ugly with a tan or end up like a burned cookie, I gotta have it. It was super hot. Stayed for an hour but wow, I could see the difference! Hah, guess I used the right suntan lotion this time!
Day 9
Yay! Congratulations to me! I’ve finally overcome the urge to ‘Queixada’ everytime I’m being attacked and graduated to just ‘Bencáo’ haha! It’s actually alright cos it’s very similar to one of their moves called ‘foot jab’, except of course you really kick to push the guy away and you also run the risk of him catching hold of your leg.
Training today was awesome! I think it’s the best training day to date. Had Boon Ma in the morning and I feel I’ve made progress with him. I’ve finally figured out the footwork a little more and it made my reaction faster. Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee baby!! He threw me great combos and we worked a little faster. Kept testing my guards too with kicks and swipes. Really got to work on my reaction skills. Totally exhausted after.
Trained with this guy called Jakrit in the afternoon. He has only corrected my techniques when I’m on the bags before so had no idea what his teaching style would be. Man, absolute challenge which was right when I needed it! Training with him is almost like sparring. Thank god it was 3-minute rounds that session else I would’ve have die by round 2. He corrected a few of my techniques and taught me a few new moves. It was fantastic! I’m having lots of problem using my legs to block, meaning I ended up getting kicked pretty often.
Then after, Boon Ma got me to spar with him. I was wiped after the 7 rounder with Jakrit but hey, not gonna miss a chance to spar! Yes, I’m getting a little more violent hehe. This time he got a little bit more serious and kicked more, kicked harder. Like I said, I kept forgetting to use my legs to guard/block. So bloody used to ‘esquiva-ing’ and ‘role’. The end result? Added a few more bruises to my already colorful legs and arms. It was fun though.
Training today was awesome! I think it’s the best training day to date. Had Boon Ma in the morning and I feel I’ve made progress with him. I’ve finally figured out the footwork a little more and it made my reaction faster. Float like a butterfly and sting like a bee baby!! He threw me great combos and we worked a little faster. Kept testing my guards too with kicks and swipes. Really got to work on my reaction skills. Totally exhausted after.
Trained with this guy called Jakrit in the afternoon. He has only corrected my techniques when I’m on the bags before so had no idea what his teaching style would be. Man, absolute challenge which was right when I needed it! Training with him is almost like sparring. Thank god it was 3-minute rounds that session else I would’ve have die by round 2. He corrected a few of my techniques and taught me a few new moves. It was fantastic! I’m having lots of problem using my legs to block, meaning I ended up getting kicked pretty often.
Then after, Boon Ma got me to spar with him. I was wiped after the 7 rounder with Jakrit but hey, not gonna miss a chance to spar! Yes, I’m getting a little more violent hehe. This time he got a little bit more serious and kicked more, kicked harder. Like I said, I kept forgetting to use my legs to guard/block. So bloody used to ‘esquiva-ing’ and ‘role’. The end result? Added a few more bruises to my already colorful legs and arms. It was fun though.
Day 8
7am – Training.
1pm – Pump.
3pm – Training.
Totally exhausted.
Thank god I brought my tapes with me. Taped up my toes so I can move around without shoes. Train better that way.
Ankles in trouble, especially left. Shit, I feel so useless! Every part seems to be crapping up! Did I mention my knuckles too? Okay June. STOP COMPLAINING!!!
Gonna head into Big C to get my groceries. Their supermarkets here are gigantic. Most easily the size of Carrefour. It’s already day 8, how time flies eh? Can’t believe I’m here more than a week already. Sigh, better buck up.
1pm – Pump.
3pm – Training.
Totally exhausted.
Thank god I brought my tapes with me. Taped up my toes so I can move around without shoes. Train better that way.
Ankles in trouble, especially left. Shit, I feel so useless! Every part seems to be crapping up! Did I mention my knuckles too? Okay June. STOP COMPLAINING!!!
Gonna head into Big C to get my groceries. Their supermarkets here are gigantic. Most easily the size of Carrefour. It’s already day 8, how time flies eh? Can’t believe I’m here more than a week already. Sigh, better buck up.
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
Day 7
Trained with shoes today. Had to let my blisters heal. Thought it would offer more protection for my feet but totally killed my ankles. Well, at least top of my feet doesn’t hurt.
Hah, after so many days my gloves are finally ready! I’m so happy! Why? Mostly cos I won’t have to wear their smelly ones anymore! Got a black one with flames, cool leh!
Man, I’m burnt out…
Hah, after so many days my gloves are finally ready! I’m so happy! Why? Mostly cos I won’t have to wear their smelly ones anymore! Got a black one with flames, cool leh!
Man, I’m burnt out…
Day 6
Shit.
Blisters.
Fuck. Fuck. FUCK!
Didn’t get any the first couple days and I was totally ecstatic my feet were holding. Guess my happiness was premature. It’s just irritating more than anything. Right at my big toes and it makes it harder for me to move. Don’t even talk about kicks now, have to pivot on the balls of my feet to do that and that’s where the blisters are. Hmm maybe I’ll just have to get those Puma shoes earlier than I thought. They are just 399 baht! That’s like S$17, way cheaper than those in KL. Quality wise, won’t know till I’ve worn them. Not expecting a lot though. But I mean, c’mon, it’s only $17 and they have brazilian colors too! So tempted to get those but it’ll be weird wearing it other than for Taka roda.
Hah, Boon Ma asked me to spar with him again this morning. Did slightly better this time, starting to get into the groove of it. I’m finding it hard to break my capoeira training of ducking and escaping. Have to keep reminding myself to block and hit. Starting to prefer training with him cos I don’t have to worry about holding back. I get a better workout but honestly, I’m a little burned out. Can’t generate much power with my kicks especially left. My strong side has become weak instead. Geeze, it’s only day 6 and worse, Monday, which means I have 5 more days till Sunday.
Blisters.
Fuck. Fuck. FUCK!
Didn’t get any the first couple days and I was totally ecstatic my feet were holding. Guess my happiness was premature. It’s just irritating more than anything. Right at my big toes and it makes it harder for me to move. Don’t even talk about kicks now, have to pivot on the balls of my feet to do that and that’s where the blisters are. Hmm maybe I’ll just have to get those Puma shoes earlier than I thought. They are just 399 baht! That’s like S$17, way cheaper than those in KL. Quality wise, won’t know till I’ve worn them. Not expecting a lot though. But I mean, c’mon, it’s only $17 and they have brazilian colors too! So tempted to get those but it’ll be weird wearing it other than for Taka roda.
Hah, Boon Ma asked me to spar with him again this morning. Did slightly better this time, starting to get into the groove of it. I’m finding it hard to break my capoeira training of ducking and escaping. Have to keep reminding myself to block and hit. Starting to prefer training with him cos I don’t have to worry about holding back. I get a better workout but honestly, I’m a little burned out. Can’t generate much power with my kicks especially left. My strong side has become weak instead. Geeze, it’s only day 6 and worse, Monday, which means I have 5 more days till Sunday.
Day 5
Sunday! No trainings on Sunday. Hmm I’m not sure if I’m happy or pissed at this since I’ve paid for the day too. Well, decided to check out California Wow gym in Siam instead. Not too hard to get into town from the school… Heng ah!
Yesterday joined Vince to town and he showed me where it was. He’s a really nice guy. An American-thai who is visiting relatives cum training here. He has this really really cute Shitzu puppy called Brownie at his uncle’s house. She was absolutely adorable! Like a soft toy and just pure playfulness.
So off I went to the new Siam Paragon shopping centre. Was not completed last time I came. It’s huge and mostly high-end shops. The gym was actually pretty cool. All new stuff, 2 studios, a spinning room and even a separate area for yoga and pilates studio. Did combat and pump haha! They were taught in thai so had absolutely no idea what the instructors were saying. Hmm, not that I’m being snotty or anything but Singapore definitely has a much higher standard. They don’t wear LM tops, cueing has a lot a lot of room for improvement. The guy who taught pump even like stop a few times during tracks! Breaks in between were long n naggy. Guess maybe it’s because most are pretty new to classes. Their freestyle classes are pretty popular though from what I’ve seen. Like steps…Geeze, is it the same everywhere?
Can’t believe they charged me like 150baht for 1hr on the net. Stupid Starbucks. That’s like S$6!! Much cheaper back at school but I wanted to use my computer. I need to seriously control my spending. Have already used up more than half my budget for the month and its only like day 5! Cannot cannot. Will have to eat air if this continues.
Yesterday joined Vince to town and he showed me where it was. He’s a really nice guy. An American-thai who is visiting relatives cum training here. He has this really really cute Shitzu puppy called Brownie at his uncle’s house. She was absolutely adorable! Like a soft toy and just pure playfulness.
So off I went to the new Siam Paragon shopping centre. Was not completed last time I came. It’s huge and mostly high-end shops. The gym was actually pretty cool. All new stuff, 2 studios, a spinning room and even a separate area for yoga and pilates studio. Did combat and pump haha! They were taught in thai so had absolutely no idea what the instructors were saying. Hmm, not that I’m being snotty or anything but Singapore definitely has a much higher standard. They don’t wear LM tops, cueing has a lot a lot of room for improvement. The guy who taught pump even like stop a few times during tracks! Breaks in between were long n naggy. Guess maybe it’s because most are pretty new to classes. Their freestyle classes are pretty popular though from what I’ve seen. Like steps…Geeze, is it the same everywhere?
Can’t believe they charged me like 150baht for 1hr on the net. Stupid Starbucks. That’s like S$6!! Much cheaper back at school but I wanted to use my computer. I need to seriously control my spending. Have already used up more than half my budget for the month and its only like day 5! Cannot cannot. Will have to eat air if this continues.
Sunday, March 18, 2007
My Trainer!
Apidej Sit-Hirun
Over 400 fights and the undefeated, undisputed champion of champions during the 50's and 60's. The muaythai grand master, doyen, living legend and head trainer at Fairtex Muaythai Fitness. Brilliant is all respects Apidej was most famous for his rapid fire powerhouse kicks that could be heard cracking onto opponents from the back seats of Lumpinee stadium.
Day 4
I’m just getting more bruises before others get healed. Man, my shins are in bad shape after training today. Top of my feet aren’t faring any better. Had to stop using left leg for kicks cos it just got so painful.
Did I mention it’s actually not easy jumping on tires? It’s so funny cos you see it on TV and you’d think it shouldn’t be too tough, even fun maybe. But let me tell you, it’s tough. It’s a killer on the calves. Have to really watch out on my hip flexors, well my bottom half really. Don’t want to get injured and the kicks really put a huge strain on my hips and legs.
I’ve been training with a couple of other trainers and it’s great to get a variety of styles. Everyone has their favorite combos so I got to play around a bit more. Only setback is I get so confused on certain techniques. It’s getting pretty frustrating to have to change my style everytime I change a trainer. Got this guy called Boon Ma today. He’s pretty fun and I like the combos he threw at me. He got me to spar with him too! I mean, I was like “What? Me spar? You sure??” and he just nodded, smiled and said “Yes, you heavy, me light light. Okay?” So I had my first pseudo sparring! Well if it was a playstation game, I would’ve been ‘K.O-ed’ a quite few times. Goodness…Now I look at the matches yesterday a little differently than before. Muay thai is no joke ladies and gentlemen.
Did I mention it’s actually not easy jumping on tires? It’s so funny cos you see it on TV and you’d think it shouldn’t be too tough, even fun maybe. But let me tell you, it’s tough. It’s a killer on the calves. Have to really watch out on my hip flexors, well my bottom half really. Don’t want to get injured and the kicks really put a huge strain on my hips and legs.
I’ve been training with a couple of other trainers and it’s great to get a variety of styles. Everyone has their favorite combos so I got to play around a bit more. Only setback is I get so confused on certain techniques. It’s getting pretty frustrating to have to change my style everytime I change a trainer. Got this guy called Boon Ma today. He’s pretty fun and I like the combos he threw at me. He got me to spar with him too! I mean, I was like “What? Me spar? You sure??” and he just nodded, smiled and said “Yes, you heavy, me light light. Okay?” So I had my first pseudo sparring! Well if it was a playstation game, I would’ve been ‘K.O-ed’ a quite few times. Goodness…Now I look at the matches yesterday a little differently than before. Muay thai is no joke ladies and gentlemen.
Day 3
Went for a light jog warm up and practiced a bit of capoeira this morning. Reason I did this even though I’m feeling aches from yesterday is partly cos the cleaning lady needs to tidy my room at 7ish training or no training, and of course to keep my momentum going.
Had brown rice, veggies, egg and chicken for breakfast. My first meal here was fried rice and pat thai…Not exactly healthy I was thinking. But fortunately, subsequent meals seemed more well-rounded. I’m stocking up on groceries anyways. Yogurt, bananas, more fruits, milk etc. Stuff are just dirt cheap here.
So we went to the muay thai event after breakfast. Man, it took like 3hrs just to get there! Don’t even ask how much time the trip back took. It was definitely interesting. Saw my first muay thai matches ever and I have to say I’m looking forward to seeing thais fight. You see, all the fighters today we saw was from other countries. The first match was probably the best and it just went mostly downhill from there. Most of them were fighting more like boxers who use legs.
I thought a lot of us at the camp was going but it turned out only 6 of us did. Apedej, Vince, Tony, Steven, Rema and me. It’s just great to meet these people here. Apedej really took care of us, insisted to pay for everything. Felt quite bad about it. He even got this police guy to take us to a really old temple which was just awesome. It’s so much better than the ones I saw in Bangkok city. This one seems more real, less commercialized if you know what I mean. Overall, tired but interesting day. Not something you’ll get to experience as a tourist tourist.
Had brown rice, veggies, egg and chicken for breakfast. My first meal here was fried rice and pat thai…Not exactly healthy I was thinking. But fortunately, subsequent meals seemed more well-rounded. I’m stocking up on groceries anyways. Yogurt, bananas, more fruits, milk etc. Stuff are just dirt cheap here.
So we went to the muay thai event after breakfast. Man, it took like 3hrs just to get there! Don’t even ask how much time the trip back took. It was definitely interesting. Saw my first muay thai matches ever and I have to say I’m looking forward to seeing thais fight. You see, all the fighters today we saw was from other countries. The first match was probably the best and it just went mostly downhill from there. Most of them were fighting more like boxers who use legs.
I thought a lot of us at the camp was going but it turned out only 6 of us did. Apedej, Vince, Tony, Steven, Rema and me. It’s just great to meet these people here. Apedej really took care of us, insisted to pay for everything. Felt quite bad about it. He even got this police guy to take us to a really old temple which was just awesome. It’s so much better than the ones I saw in Bangkok city. This one seems more real, less commercialized if you know what I mean. Overall, tired but interesting day. Not something you’ll get to experience as a tourist tourist.
Day 2
Did I say the training was easy?? What the hell was I thinking?! Man, I’m like covered in bruises now. My knee, thigh, elbow, forearms, feet, the list goes on.
There was so much more kicks in training today. We were rotated between 2 trainers so in my morning session, I got this guy called Mitt. He really made me work and since he’s younger, I gave a bit more. Hah, best part was during the afternoon session, I was rotated between like 3 trainers! 3 strapping men who were obviously having fun making me work. It was definitely tiring. Guess being one of the only 3 females here made me more conspicuous. Quite a few of them came up to me, asked loads of questions, teased and corrected my techniques (which was really helpful except I got confused when everyone taught me different stuff).
My main trainer, Apedej asked all of us to go to this huge muay thai festival tomorrow so no training. Decided to do pump at noon since if I’m to suffer any muscle soreness, I’ll have tomorrow to recover hehehe! Can’t wait to check it out! Apparently its to celebrate the first ever muay thai champion/king and there’s gonna be matches. Was told the fighters would be hailing from countries like Vietnam, Laos and many more. Missed watching muay thai matches during last few trips here so this is definitely gonna be fun.
My pump session was definitely interesting. Had to do lots of improvisation. Skipped lunges and abs, partly from lack of time and a lot on saving energy for training after hehe. The only bar they have are those big weighted ones. It was 10kg so I almost died during biceps. Did release 61 for shoulders since it didn’t need bar else I won’t be able to lift my arms anymore tonight. Overall, pretty pleased that I managed to work on my pump. Won’t have to worry too much about losing my endurance during this period liao!
There was so much more kicks in training today. We were rotated between 2 trainers so in my morning session, I got this guy called Mitt. He really made me work and since he’s younger, I gave a bit more. Hah, best part was during the afternoon session, I was rotated between like 3 trainers! 3 strapping men who were obviously having fun making me work. It was definitely tiring. Guess being one of the only 3 females here made me more conspicuous. Quite a few of them came up to me, asked loads of questions, teased and corrected my techniques (which was really helpful except I got confused when everyone taught me different stuff).
My main trainer, Apedej asked all of us to go to this huge muay thai festival tomorrow so no training. Decided to do pump at noon since if I’m to suffer any muscle soreness, I’ll have tomorrow to recover hehehe! Can’t wait to check it out! Apparently its to celebrate the first ever muay thai champion/king and there’s gonna be matches. Was told the fighters would be hailing from countries like Vietnam, Laos and many more. Missed watching muay thai matches during last few trips here so this is definitely gonna be fun.
My pump session was definitely interesting. Had to do lots of improvisation. Skipped lunges and abs, partly from lack of time and a lot on saving energy for training after hehe. The only bar they have are those big weighted ones. It was 10kg so I almost died during biceps. Did release 61 for shoulders since it didn’t need bar else I won’t be able to lift my arms anymore tonight. Overall, pretty pleased that I managed to work on my pump. Won’t have to worry too much about losing my endurance during this period liao!
Day 1
I let out my breath in a whoosh…I’ve finally reached the camp and it ain’t looking too bad. Took about an hour to get there from the airport but that’s mostly due to the infamous jam.
Got a tour of the place and surprisingly, they have quite a collection of animals. I mean, it was like a mini zoo! Humongous fishes, monkeys, snakes, birds, greens and etc. Boy was I glad their gym is adequately equipped! Hah, it’ll be interesting to practise pump with free weights though! Sigh, no combat for a month…
Did I mention I was a little nervous about who my trainer was gonna be? I mean, this is the guy who I’ll be spending a month training one-on-one with. What if I don’t like him or vice versa? What if I can’t get a single word or worse, dislike his style? BUT GUESS WHAT?! My lucky stars must be shining on me cos my trainer is none other than their top honcho! His name is…hmm…I still can’t remember it correctly…gonna have to check the website to get it hehehe. He is like the most senior/master trainer here. Can’t speak English except for a couple of phrases like “One! Two!”, “Jab! Jab!”, “I cue! I cue!”. It was really hard to get techniques right. I can only learn by watching him and I couldn’t really ask any questions cos I’ll end up looking like a contestant on Pictionary instead.
On the whole, let’s just say I’m a little surprised the training wasn’t as tough as I thought it’ll be. Maybe because it’s only my first session and he couldn’t do much with my level – okay I admit I only did a super-light warm up session on my own in the gym – so went a little easy on me. But most of the people training here are pretty hardcore, staying like 10 weeks etc. Siao! Think there’s only like 3 or 4 girls here. Most trainees are Caucasians which is not surprising.
Gonna try to get some sleep in the super hot room with a useless AC. Works more like a fan… It’s training 6.30am, let’s pray it’ll roll out as smooth as today.
Got a tour of the place and surprisingly, they have quite a collection of animals. I mean, it was like a mini zoo! Humongous fishes, monkeys, snakes, birds, greens and etc. Boy was I glad their gym is adequately equipped! Hah, it’ll be interesting to practise pump with free weights though! Sigh, no combat for a month…
Did I mention I was a little nervous about who my trainer was gonna be? I mean, this is the guy who I’ll be spending a month training one-on-one with. What if I don’t like him or vice versa? What if I can’t get a single word or worse, dislike his style? BUT GUESS WHAT?! My lucky stars must be shining on me cos my trainer is none other than their top honcho! His name is…hmm…I still can’t remember it correctly…gonna have to check the website to get it hehehe. He is like the most senior/master trainer here. Can’t speak English except for a couple of phrases like “One! Two!”, “Jab! Jab!”, “I cue! I cue!”. It was really hard to get techniques right. I can only learn by watching him and I couldn’t really ask any questions cos I’ll end up looking like a contestant on Pictionary instead.
On the whole, let’s just say I’m a little surprised the training wasn’t as tough as I thought it’ll be. Maybe because it’s only my first session and he couldn’t do much with my level – okay I admit I only did a super-light warm up session on my own in the gym – so went a little easy on me. But most of the people training here are pretty hardcore, staying like 10 weeks etc. Siao! Think there’s only like 3 or 4 girls here. Most trainees are Caucasians which is not surprising.
Gonna try to get some sleep in the super hot room with a useless AC. Works more like a fan… It’s training 6.30am, let’s pray it’ll roll out as smooth as today.
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