Tuesday, December 13, 2005

Physical Training

Today at Fitness First,I went for the Precision Cycling Class.
Going in on the dot, the stationary bicycles in the class were almost taken up by ladies clothed in hip sporting wear, looking fit and beautiful (from the back). I was dressed in simple and dowdy t-shirt and shorts. Very unprofessional looking.
Chose one behind and climbed onto it (cos it was so bloody high).
Instructor fit-gay-man informed me over his microphone that I had to adjust the seat and I needed water for this class. I started to get nervous because however I tried, I could not adjust the bicycle to hip-level. And it was starting to look dismantled. Over an Arabic- gypsy tune, he came over and instructed me how to adjust it. Frankly, I didn't know what the hell he was saying but I gamely told him terminator style:" I'd be back!" and ran off to fetch my water.
Back in the room, the class had started and I continued to fiddle with the fucking bike. Face feeling more hot every second, he finally came over and adjusted it for me. Thank god!

After 3 minutes of cycling, I regretted BIG BIG time coming for this class.
Because after 3 minutes of cycling, I had fulfilled my exercise quota for the day.
Because after 3 minutes of cycling, I was ready to leave the class and chill in my steambath.
I knew I was screwed this time..there was no way I could leave the class after 3 minutes!!
THE SHAME!!!!!!!

Perspiring profusely (the wet and drippy kind), I carried on and with unbelievable willpower, I managed to preserve to the first break. WHOO HOOO!!! I AM THE SUPER ATHLETE!
The rest of the routine was challenging and very very intensive (worse than Body Combat class) but it felt good to be able to complete it.
As an indicator of how challenging it was, the girl behind me was screaming in exhaustion. I kinda admire her for not giving up.. because she's rather fat.

I don't mind going for cycling classes again because it provides very good cardio exercise.
Will first check whether I will end up with big thighs and weak knees though.
I am very tired now.

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