Temasek Polytechnic Kayak Racing Team

Inaugural TPKRT Training Camp 2010

2010-10-02T11:37:00.003+08:00

Following with the theme of inaugurals in 2010, we, the Kayak Racing Team, will also be holding our first ever training camp on MONDAY, 4th October 2010. Report at 8.30am at the sports complex.

In addition to the usual team bonding activities, the camp will be mainly about our training, the upcoming POLITEs, and some communication exercises. 'Bonding' does not imply tying Yi Hsiang up again.

Things to pack:

1) Sleeping Bag (If you don't have one, You can choose to either buy one, or share. Its much more intimate. <3)

2) Pack for two sets of double training. (4 sets of clothes. Girls. Please.)

3) Long pants (Just in case certain activities require that.)

4) Swimwear

5) Your Sense of humour. (Some people don't need reminding, though.)

Because it is still a school day, we can have our meals there, which thankfully spares us the pain of catering. Dinner, we could have at Ang keong. We'll have a BBQ on Tuesday night to break camp as well.

More detailed info about the camp will be given on Monday.

The camp is not going to be all hardcore training, so Injured people and Alumni - You are also welcome to pop by, or even join in.

NUS Splashdown

2010-08-09T08:36:00.002+08:00

By Now, Bryan should have told you guys about NUS Splashdown 2010. (If you had gone to training today). Yet another swimathon that we're gonna send the team down for.

This one's... unique, though.

SWIMATHON category:
- Participants are to complete a minimum of 100 laps (5km) within 3 hours.
- Participants under this category will receive a goodie bag and are eligible for lap gifts, our attractive top prizes, and an exclusive ARENA *Finisher's tee-shirt.
- A minimum of 100 laps are to be clocked by participants under this category to be entitled to a *FINISHERS tee.

At your level, you should be able to do 40laps within an hour by now. Or more.

1) To Register, fill up the online registration form at the following link:

http://splashdown2010.blogspot.com/

2) Next, post on the facebook event page or sms me (you all have my number, I presume?) the name you used to register, and your I/C number.

3) Pay me in person the next time you see me.

If you're Kiasu, you'll swim more!

-Josh

Team Temasek Shirts

2010-07-09T11:05:00.002+08:00

Hey guys. I know you have all ordered the team temasek shirts I mentioned in the text message.

However I want you guys to seriously consider what you are ordering.

Its not just a T-shirt you get at the discounted price of $10.

I've mentioned before that there is no contract binding you to the team. However this comes pretty close.

When you wear the shirt with the words 'Team Kayak Racing' on it, you proudly show yourself as part of the team.

In other words, the shirt is completely useless to you if you happen to drop out.

Give it one more thought. Are you driven enough to affirm that you're likely to wear the shirt all the way, and not end up chucking it to the back of your wardrobe one day?

Also on the way is the first Team Jersey for your batch. It's going to carry your name as well. Before I make the order, can you confirm that you are really capable of bearing the name of the team, next to your own?

Water Training

2010-07-04T15:28:00.003+08:00

Dear all, please take note of the water training timings

For seniors:
Monday, Tue, Wed & Fri: @ 3pm-7pm & Sat @ 7.30am

Juniors:
Monday&Wednesday 3pm-7pm & Sat @ 7.30am

Thanks!

Mondays and Fridays

2010-06-27T17:38:00.004+08:00

From this week, The compulsory trainings will be

Mondays

6pm, Sports Complex

Land Training

Fridays

6.30pm, Swimming Pool

Swimming/Cross Training

Saturdays

10.30am, Reservoir

Rowing

Of course, there'll be rowing in between, but they're not compulsory sessions because all our different timetables are taken into account.

When there IS rowing, you'll be informed, though, of course.

For the rest of the week's training...

2010-06-10T23:46:00.003+08:00

In case some of you guys didn't hear what coach said earlier or couldn't make it for training due to some personal reasons...

Training on Friday (11 June 2010)
Meeting place: Sports Complex
Time: 2.30pm Sharp
Things to bring: Booties and Sports Shoes

Training on Saturday (12 June 2010)
Meeting place: Sports Complex
Time: 11.30am Sharp
Things to bring: Booties and Sports Shoes

It's been a while since you juniors joined the team already. As such, you should have almost all your teammates numbers by now.

As teammates, our junior team, it's important that you keep each other updated. You can't just wait for us seniors to slowly update those who didn't turn up for training.

"If we can't live together, we're gonna die alone."

Seniors, your training will be after the juniors training for tmr and 8am on saturday.

Thanks =)

First Holiday Training

2010-06-06T09:57:00.007+08:00

Tml (Monday 7/6) there will be rowing. Thus. swimming will be cancelled. The whole week training have already been already planned. I will inform you guys about the trainings days after training tmr.

Freshies: Be at sport complex at 1 30 sharp. Bring your sport shoe and bootie or crocs. For those who do not own a booties or crocs, you are not allowed to row.

Seniors: Our traning will be from 4 till 6. I will expect all of you to help to coach the freshies unless you have a valid reason. Pls inform me if you are not coming earlier if not i will expect all of you guys. Don't forget to bring your booties or else.... Coach already made it clear. Btw crocs is also allowed.

Time to push ourselves to the limit...

Bryan

2010-06-04T08:56:00.001+08:00

We all need a laugh, sometimes.

It the last paper, no? Go own it.

2010-06-03T01:18:00.004+08:00

Hi guys. Glad to hear that you've finished your papers, or at least, sweeping the last few into the gutter soon.

Just something for you to note:

Training will resume on Monday night, 7pm, swimming training!

You will be briefed on subsequent trainings after Monday when you come for Monday's training, because it really isn't wise to display your training plan for the world to see.

Reason for Monday being, I'm sure the last thing you guys want to do right after your last paper would be to wake up at ungodly hours in the morning and drag your ass down to training. So take a well-earned holiday, the Saturday after. (You might also -probably- be partying/celebrating late Friday night, but Imma turn a blind eye to that.)

Of course, I know some of you are aching to row already. Me too, really.

But rest assured, there'll be plenty served soon. Because your first preview into holiday training is about to commence.

Seniors, you know what this entails.

Freshies...... Ehehehehehhh. >=)

2010-05-28T15:08:00.004+08:00

Exam blues. God knows they can be worse than Monday Blues.

Especially if you're juggling NCC at the same time.

Take a little break.

While you're at it, try some ice cream. It contains 5 times less calories than a normal slice of cheesecake. No, really. And it even contains calcium. Bonus.

Just remember moderation is key.

2010-05-27T21:21:00.002+08:00

Hey team, theres the National Canoeing Championships this coming Sat & Sun at MacRitchie Reservoir. the first sprint race will start at 10 15am sharp. some team members will be participating in the K4 events so your support will be appreciated!

Finals for the 1000m on Sat will start at 3:20pm.

refer to : www.scf.org.sg national canoeing championship 2010 for more details

hope to see all u freshies there! :)

Sam

Were you watching this space?

2010-05-21T19:29:00.003+08:00

Hi guys, First and foremostly, I must say I've been quite impressed with the attendance for the past trainings. Granted, there are some people who seem to feel that EITHER swimming OR land training is compulsory, but most of you, in general, have been consistently showing up for trainings. Good on you.

Another thing I've noted is your sense of responsibility.If you're sick, or going to be late, we said, you'd jolly well better tell somebody to relay the message to us, or tell us directly. It seems the message got through, with most absentees being accounted for last training. Most.

Keep it up.

Next thing

Term test

I know the term tests are coming. Irritating buggers as they are, this is still a crucial period for all of you, so training will have to be cut down. As such:

1) Land training next week will be pushed forward to Monday, 24th May, 7pm

2) While swimming training will be pushed forward to tomorrow, Saturday, 22nd May. It will be combined with what would have been your Saturday training to create ... something you probably haven't done before.

Venue: Swimming Pool

Time: 9.30am

To Bring: Running Shoes, Goggles, MATRIC CARD.

(Also because the reservoir is being used for a wakeboard competition, so we can't row tomorrow. Phooey.)

So next week from Tuesday onwards until after the term tests, all compulsory training will cease. You may still self-train, of course, at your own time. But please take note that the school gym will be closed from 31st May to 5th June for.... Carpeting works.

Why they want to put carpeting in the gym to soak up everybody's sweat and ... uh...improve air quality, is anybody's guess.

2010-05-14T21:14:00.002+08:00

Hi freshiess!
Tommorrow's training is at 10.30am. Please meet at sport complex,. Do remember to bring your running shoes and booties! Rest well and see you tomorrow.

2010-05-09T13:15:00.002+08:00

Hello Team,

Just a quick reminder that swimming training tomorrow will start at 7 sharp. Please do not be late, so that everyone can end on time.

Also, the collection of canoe fund for May will be tomorrow as well. Seniors also take note, please.

Thursday Land Training

2010-05-05T22:26:00.004+08:00

Hi Freshies.

Just a quick reminder if you have forgotten. Land Training will be on Thursday, 6 May 2010.

Venue: Sports Complex
Time: 6.45pm onwards
Attire: Sports wear and Shoes

Please have a light meal before training. We do not want to see anyone having gastric problems or vomiting during training. In short, enough food to keep you going throughout the training.

Thanks and see you tmr!

About Junk.

2010-05-04T11:45:00.005+08:00

Fast food, frighteningly slow decay: Mother keeps McDonald's Happy Meal for a whole year... and it STILL hasn't gone off

By Daily Mail Reporter
Last updated at 1:54 AM on 24th March 2010

Glancing at the two McDonald's Happy Meals pictured here, (visit the link below to see the picture) you may feel they look pretty much identical.

Astonishingly, however, this is the same meal, photographed 12 months apart.

Where any other food might be a mouldy, decomposing mess after a year, the McDonald's meal shows few signs of going off apart from the beef patty shrivelling and the stale burger bun cracking.

Proof, says the American nutritionist who took these photographs, that it contains so many preservatives that it is bad for the children it is aimed at.

Joann Bruso said: 'Food is supposed to decompose, go bad and smell foul eventually. The fact that it has not decomposed shows you how unhealthy it is for children.'

Mrs Bruso left the Happy Meal uncovered on a shelf at her home near Denver, Colorado, to see what would happen. She has revealed the results on her blog, in which she gives healthy eating advice to parents.

The 62-year-old, who has eight grandchildren, admitted that the arid temperature of her home near the Rocky Mountains meant there was little moisture in the air with which to speed decomposition.

But she added that during the year-long experiment, no flies or other insects were attracted to the food.

She said: 'I had the windows open many times, but flies and other insects just ignored the Happy Meal. What does that tell you, if they can't be bothered with it?

'Food is broken down into its essential nutrients in our bodies and turned into fuel. Our children grow strong bodies when they eat real food.

'If flies ignore a Happy Meal and microbes don't decompose it, then your child's body can't properly metabolise it either.

'Now you know why it's called junk food.'

McDonald's has made great efforts to show that its food is healthy amid growing concerns about childhood obesity. All its restaurants list the calories in each item as well as the individual ingredients.

Recent research showed that each product has an average of seven E numbers. The bun has several preservatives such as calcium and sodium propionate, while the pickle slice has the preservative sodium benzoate.

The fries, which Mrs Bruso said were still golden brown after a year, contain preservatives such as citric acid and sodium acid pyrophosphate, which maintains their colour.

Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/worldnews/article-1258913/Happy-1st-birthday-Mother-keeps-McDonalds-Happy-Meal-year--gone-off.html#ixzz0mveuLBso

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You don't need to be ON a diet to WATCH your diet. Most of the time, you don't realize just how much what you put into your body can affect you.

The quickest and easiest evidence is food poisoning. One little slab of raw/poorly cooked beef and the results can be instantaneous.

Another example is if you drink too much milk all at once, getting very well-acquainted with the toilet as a result.

Or how eating chocolate triggers the release of endorphins within 20 seconds, giving you the feeling of being in love.

In fact, even if you don't notice it, everything you put into your mouth has near- immediate effects. It's only a matter of whether you notice it or not.

If you're still skeptical, here's an experiment to try if you have enough willpower - For breakfast, eat nothing with fat in it. For lunch, eat only complex carbs like pasta and whole wheat bread, for dinner, don't eat carbs at all if you eat after 7pm. If you can maintain this for one single week, the results will easily speak for themselves.

Of course, expecting you guys to immediately switch to the diet of a bodybuilder is as insane as it is ridiculous. The main message is to show you that these 'rules' such as no KFC, no Macdonalds, watch your calories etc are in place for a reason. Breaking a rule without knowing the reason why it is in place is one of the silliest things criminals do.

Imagine jumping into a lake on purpose just because it is prohibited. Without knowing that the reason why swimming is not allowed is because there is a crocodile in the lake.

Yeah, something like that. Same principle.

Now that you're sportsmen, its time to take charge of your own diets. Its your own personal responsibility, since we neither have the time, resources, or stupidity to watch every single one of you.

This public service announcement was brought to you by Mediacorp Radio - One of their computers, anyway. (Its my break - I spend it how I like.) Running on windows XP, and speed equivalent to a 56kb/s modem.

And it also serves as a reminder to some seniors, who, i've noticed, seem to love eating junk food/oily food because they feel like there's nothing wrong with it. Watch yourselves. >_>

Freshies

2010-05-03T22:58:00.002+08:00

You have all surpassed my expectations today. No doubt tomorrow, your asses will torment you with the simple task of sitting down, and you may experience some degree of jelly-legs. But you completed the first swimming training with your lives. Well done.

I have to set your minds at ease here by telling you this - During the trials, yes, we did say we would forcefully remove people. But to some extent, that only applied to the trials. We would have removed anybody we felt did not make the cut, because as you can see today, a group this big is difficult to train.

But you misunderstood me earlier when I said that the numbers will drop - eliminating people is our goal, yes, but we will no longer forcefully kick people like so much trash.

When I said the numbers will drop, I meant that you guys may leave by yourselves, one by one. Its inevitable - outside commitments, when you see yourself falling behind the others, etc. However, passing the trials already makes you one of us, and we don't kick teammates to the curb.

We won't stop you if you leave. But the strongest will remain. Get ready to become champions.

R.A.Q

2010-04-30T23:04:00.003+08:00

RAQ = Recently Asked Questions (Duh) so if you've asked a question recently, I'm only going to answer it once, here, although some are really too silly to warrant a reply.... But I shall be nice.

Q: If I am sick/ not feeling well/ just recovered, do I still need to come for training?

A: No, you don't, as long as you tell me or any of the appointment holders far in advance. Even if its on the same day. No, scratch that, you can even tell your friend, who will then relay it to us, its fine. As sportsmen, one fundamental skill is the ability to know your limits, and coming for training while sporting a fever is just asking for trouble. What would you hope to achieve by that?

That said, I will not accept being sick as an excuse for being late. You do not text me that you are not feeling well enough to come for training at 9am, in the event that training starts at 9am. My policy as a captain is always to give people the benefit of the doubt if possible, but there are some things I have to put my foot down on.

Q: I am not feeling well, but I came for training anyway, can I do less sets?

A: I don't exactly buy the 'hero' thing. Especially if you're late because of the 'illness'. So you will either sit out the training, or do the same as the rest.

You will find that most organizations in the outside world will not accept anything less than an MC. We are very lenient in the sense that we place the responsibility to turn up for training in your own hands.

This way, the weak of heart will drop out faster, leaving only the driven.

Q: When's the first training for freshies?

A: I don't know why I'm bothering to answer this, since if you can read this post, you should have no problem reading the previous one. But I'm just going to play nice, one more time. (copy + paste)

The next person who asks this question, I will set a moose on you.

Q: Its the Kayak racing team, so can I only Kayak?

A: No.

Q: Really? I have to join if I do not want to?

A: Yes.

Q: Is the swimming training compulsory for freshies?

A: Yup, it is. Physical training is one aspect. Team bonding is another. Also, if you cannot swim, you'll have some trouble in the reservoir in future. And also with being on a team of lifeguards and triathletes.

Q: Can I wear surfing shorts?

A: Frankly speaking, I don't really give two hoots what you wear. I believe people should be entitled to that much freedom of expression. Hell, If it would make you swim a 25 second lap, I'd let you wear a thong as long as nothing shows. HOWEVER, TP's pool regulations state that all swimwear has to be skintight. You'd get chased out otherwise. Sorry 'bout that!

Q: Do I need to bring trunks tomorrow? (Saturday training)

A: Well, most likely you will not be needing it tomorrow. For the guys, we have a special programme planned to cut your numbers ASAP, to be left with the cream of the crop (Once again, it is not because the rest are not good. It is due to the fact that even if we have 100 people, there can only be a handful of gold medallists. No point fighting each other, that'd be kinda silly. So we can only afford to take in the best.) Also, you probably wouldn't want to wear trunks for reservoir training. You can have a look at the standard attire tomorrow.

However, if it doesn't bother you, make a habit of stuffing your trunks/tights into your bag every day - You never know when you might need it, or have an hour to spare to swim a few laps. It doesn't take up much space, anyway.

Q: Are slippers allowed for first training?

A: Ok, to make things clear, there isn't exactly a ban on slippers. However, it is strongly advised to get yourself proper footwear (booties or crocs, at the least) that covers your foot, to avoid unwarranted injuries. Such as stepping on sharp rocks in shallow waters. Take this as good advice from someone with 2 years' worth of experience stepping on sharp objects in the reservoir. You can't go wrong.

Q: Can I don't go for swimming lessons? I'm already a swimmer.

A: I am actually very glad that you did not put your name that time, because I'm going to be straightforward. First and foremostly, that is an extremely arrogant statement. In a sense, you are insinuating that you are a better swimmer than us, and therefore have nothing more to learn from us.

Secondly, we DID say that we will be teaching swimming to the non-swimmers. However, you will notice that in the post below, it says 'Swimming Training'. Not 'Lessons'. If you are already good, we will simply group you with the others who already know how to swim, and if you're still better than them, you can progress from there. In the event that you're a world apart from them, you can train with us. There's always a higher level to reach, and in the past, we've even had an ex water polo player starting right from the bottom with everyone else.

Lastly, I leave you with this: Even lets say, you're a club or even National level swimmer- There is nothing quite like slow and steady progress. As they say, if you skip a single rung, you'll end up misjudging the height of the ladder. If you get my drift.

I hope that answers any pending questions. If there's anything else, you may ask us tomorrow. Ciao! (And please be on time.)

-Josh

First Training Details...

2010-04-29T23:15:00.005+08:00

The Very First Training

Hey Freshies! I know you can't wait to get started with training now. Please take note that your very first training will commence this SATURDAY, 1 May 2010.

Time: 10.30 - 1 pm (Please be punctual)
Meeting Venue: Sports Complex
Things to bring: Sports Attire/with sports shoes
Slippers

Do bring extra clothes to bathe after training as there is a chance of you going into the water. (You wouldn't want to smell like reservoir after training do you?)

Swimming Training

Just to add on, swimming training starts next MONDAY, 3 May 2010.

Time: 6.30 - 8.30 pm
Venue: Swimming Pool (Its at the end of engine sch)
Things to bring: Goggles,
Trunks or Tights (Guys)
Swimming Costume (Girls)
Extra Clothes to bathe after swimming

Do note that with shorts, you will not be able to go down to the pool. So I advise you freshies to get your stuffs over the weekends, as a team. (That would be best)

As you are busy shopping over the weekends, please be reminded that you will have to get a pair of booties to prevent your feet from getting hurt when you train at the reservoir.

Booties look something like this...

You can get really cheap ones if you buy from beach road, in bulk. (After bargaining of course =D)

We'll see you on saturday. =)

First training.

2010-04-28T22:46:00.006+08:00

Today wraps up the intake of AY10/11. Congratulations to everybody who made it in, and we'll welcome back those who didn't quite make it, next year. Worry not - by fighting so hard to stay, you're already champions in your own right.

As reinforced many, many times before, this isn't the end, to those who've made the cut. It is just the beginning. The trainings will escalate in difficulty and frequency, until finally, the trials will seem to you like a walk in the park. Of course, we will not be dumping everything onto you from the get-go - this isn't a boot camp - But rest assured : We cannot guarantee that you will be the strongest. But we sure as hell will TRAIN you to be.

To that end, we're going to have to kick it up slightly right from the start, to weed out those who are slightly weaker of heart. Ultimately, each category only has one gold medal for the taking - Numbers do not matter so much in this sport. Be prepared.

What does becoming a TP Kayak Racer mean to you? We're unique, because we're not just canoeists.

Be it lifesaving

Or triathlons

Or marathons, or really, anything which requires great mental fortitude.

We're versatile, and the mental strength we gain through training is one-size-fits-all across the board. And our physical strength is sought after even by other sports teams. The reason you're in today, is because we have recognized these two aspects of your strength. You dared to be one of us. And so here you are.

Oh, just an update:

Training will commence this SATURDAY, 1st MAY instead of thursday. This is to give you guys more time to rest. Also, we feel that the monday and wednesday's trials should begin training together, since you're all one team now.

Timing for this Saturday, TBA, but Please set the whole day aside, to be safe (day, not night.)

Please watch this space.

-Josh

To the new family

2010-04-26T23:47:00.006+08:00

Hello freshies who passed the ordeal of fire (ok, not really) earlier this evening.

once again, CONGRATULATIONS on becoming a part of us.

While here, you will learn more than just Kayaking. Kayaking is the medium through which you evolve from being a normal human, to a superhuman. Of the seniors standing around you just now, there were lifeguards and lifeguards to be, and nearly all of them were triathletes.

Is this a boast? Arrogance? Elitist behavior?

No.

There is no space for arrogance on this team. What I hoped to achieve by highlighting all these to you guys, is to set the standard that you will one day achieve, with enough dedication. Maybe you will even surpass your seniors. I wouldn't be surprised.

But of course, you must also have a passion for the sport, otherwise there are so many others available, you could have taken your pick.

Just for the fun of it: We also have magicians..... chefs... teachers.... musicians....

clowns....

mooses...

...Just kidding.

Being a canoeist does not limit your talent. Nor does it limit your life.

Did our training schedule scare you into believing that your social life will all but vanish?

Then you should probably ought to know that we.....

Probably have had more 'life'......

Than most youths who have all the free time in the world, and find it great at first, but subsequently wind up with 'I'm bored.' or 'ARRRGHHH SO FREE TODAY~' Status Updates on facebook.

Of course these are just a few pictures. Some are really quite forbidden, see ^^ But once you're familiar with us, you'll find out.... doubtlessly....

So, why not take all that free time, and channel it into getting an 8-pack / 26-inch waist, or maybe a shiny Gold medal or two?

The one who'll be rewarded ultimately, will be you.

Have a good stay in TPKRT. =)

Josh Kiiro,

Captain,

TPKRT

(P.S. Anybody is welcome to come back on Wednesday to see the new additions to the family. It'll be fun to see them being put through the same thing as you were.)

2010-04-21T21:38:00.002+08:00

For those that might be checking out Kayak Racing, heres a little video to give you an idea of what we do =)

If your adrenalin doesnt get pumping by the end of the video, I dont know what else will.

:D Sam

To Freshies of AY10/11

2010-04-20T22:39:00.009+08:00

To all potential Kayak Racers, if you're strong of mind, strong of heart and have biceps bigger than your head (that's a bonus), we want YOU.

If you think your willpower can qualify you as a canoeist, come on down for our trials on the 26th and 28th April (Monday and Wednesday) at Temasek Polytechnic Sports Complex.

As a TP kayaker, You'll also experience the wonderful world of doing all sports under the sun. You will see what I mean, in time to come.

Who knows, you just might go from this....

To this.

He reminds me of Austin Powers.

For more information, visit our booth, C10 from the 21st - 23rd. Our helpful senior guys and extremely cute girls will be on hand to answer all questions you may have.

Dare to be one of us.

Josh Kiiro,

Captain,

TPKRT

(P.S. Freshies, please don't be scared off by the training schedule in the previous post below. That's not for you. Unless you want to, of course. :D)

Training Schedule

2010-04-17T20:28:00.003+08:00

Monday: Swimming @7PM

Tuesday: Water Training

Wednesday: Swimming(Optional w/tri-team)

Thursday: Land Training @7PM

Saturday: Water Training

Hey guys please take note that NCC is held on the 29&30 MAY!

Your goals....

2010-04-14T19:32:00.002+08:00

For those who've sent me back your goal setting sheet with April completed, thanks for your promptness.

For those who have yet to do so, please try to complete it and send it back to me asap. Its already the middle of the month, just half a month left for you reach for your month's end goal.

So far so good, but just a reminder to try to keep the goals realistic, and attainable by 31st April.

Remember: I can try my best to help you even while on SIP, but not unless you help yourselves first.

-Josh

The mysterious email.

2010-04-09T22:05:00.004+08:00

You MAY have noticed a little surprise in your email. (minus the graduating seniors...)

Relax, I don't want you to print them out.

What I DO want, is for you to fill in the 'April' box with your lesser goals, the small stepping stones you take on your way to the big goal. Set realistic goals that you want to accomplish by the end of the month. Then email the file back to me.

In the past, we trained for the sake of training. Its time you guys start to set a direction.

For the new batch to be spartans, the old batch must be 10 times more spartan.

ciaoz!

-Josh

The Web of communication

2010-04-05T23:42:00.004+08:00

The Web is up at last! Let's all thank Xiu Ting for her work on this.

Remember that every last one of you have to play your part - otherwise the chain will be broken, and then I'll be forced to screw some people. Against my will of course. *evil grin*

On another important note, training has been pushed to 6pm to allow boat holders some time to rest before the night swim and run.

no excuse for being late now....

Just for the week...

2010-04-04T20:03:00.003+08:00

This week's training, we shall revert back to the hell week of biathlons. What a familiar, comforting thought.

Just in case you were snoozing while coach was explaining, 3 reasons:

1) Our stamina sucks. (relatively speaking) No, I'm not going to make that sound any nicer.

2) OSIM triathlon is next weekend, and most of us are taking part. Time to get your muscles conditioned, and in shape, methinks.

3) From Tuesday to Friday, the reservoir will be completely occupied due to the Nationals, so we can't row anyway.

oh, and on a completely unrelated note...

4) Time to even out those tan lines.

This week's training:

Tuesday to Friday

As such, this week's training will be at 4.30pm, from Tuesday to Friday. Coach has already briefed the sets, but if you forget, I'll tell you again during training.

As for tomorrow...

Monday

Tomorrow, meet at the pool at 9.15am. We will be doing a short swim, then 5km run with coach. Its only a mini-biathlon for tomorrow because at 12noon -2pm, we will be rowing for the last time in a long while.

The 'Cheng Tng Fund Penalty' still applies, even if it isn't water training.

See you guys tomorrow!

P.S : The last passing of information was pretty good, but one person still got left out previously. Lets please do each other a favour, and spread the word about this post and training timings more effectively this time round, arite?

P.P.S : Yi Hsiang wants to go to town after training tomorrow. Just spreading the word.

Here comes April

2010-03-29T13:14:00.002+08:00

Just a quick reminder that Training resumes at 9am on Tuesday.

I didn't send out an SMS reminder on this one, so if you don't show up/are late, without telling me or Yan beforehand, it means that...

a) You weren't listening then

b) You're really forgetful.

c) You didn't even check the blog or ask somebody as a last resort.

Let's hope its none of the above. ^^

OSIM forms

2010-03-25T18:55:00.003+08:00

Calling all participants in the OSIM triathlon, regardless of category....

Please check your emails for your idemnity form, fill it out, and pass them to Weijie asap.

(Or he'll be sad. You don't want to make him sad.)

Alsho, you won't be able to correct your race packs, and that'll be bad.

WINNARS

2010-03-17T00:51:00.003+08:00

This is quite a few days overdue, but still...

Congratulations are in order for our 2 new superheroes,

Shaowei & Barney

For their silver medal hat trick - a most remarkable feat for a first year K2 pair, anywhere.

Bringing to you yet another classic picture in the process.

Keep it up, and dominating the POLITES may be less of a dream than what you'd think.

Training - RESUMES

2010-03-08T23:23:00.003+08:00

Hello Team, I'm sure the past month has really been taking its toll on you, what with our unsolved issues and stuff, but now, things are finally beginning to level out, and settle down.

In other words - Water training Resumes!!

Official training every weekday is now on 3 pm Daily. It will be hot, but at the same time, also short and sweet (Coach: "Maybe one set or two sets only....") , so do keep yourselves hydrated!

The advantages of 2pm training :

1)You can self train in the morning before training, or in the evening after training.

2) You can sleep in, and go home earlier.

In short, train hard, but still have a life.

It all boils down to time management, people.

Hee-Haw!!

-Kiiro

Training Schedule For MARCH

2010-03-01T20:54:00.004+08:00

hey team you do not have to pay for rental for march anymore, as we will be doing our own training programmes for the month of march. Training schedule are as follows:

morning training starts at 9am sharp!
evening training timing may vary due to weather conditions.

MONDAY: [ morning:self training] [evening: swimming]

TUESDAY:[ morning:rowing(meet at swimming complex) ] [evening:gymming]

WEDNESDAY: REST DAY ( probably some team bonding/ dragon boating activities)

THURSDAY:[morning: self training] [evening: meet at swimming complex with your running shoes and swimsuit, we will be doing biathlon. ]

FRIDAY: [same training schedule as of Tuesday]

AGM date

2010-02-28T23:09:00.002+08:00

Due to quite a few people not being able to make it on Friday the 5th, AGM will be shifted BACK to the original date - 6th March, Saturday. I didn't hear any complaints about that date, so it is by far the safest.

Sorry for the constant shifting, people, but it is most important that every single one of you is present, and it will be adjusted as necessary if that is what it takes for full attendance.

One of the few luxuries afforded to a team as small as ours.

Updates of Updates.

2010-02-27T18:29:00.002+08:00

Due to my laziness, I have not written a new post with updates.

Instead, I have simply updated the post about updates, below.

Do read carefully. (especially you, Tan Zhi Kai...)

Finally.

2010-02-26T22:45:00.007+08:00

Today marks the end of exams for MOST of us. Hope you've enjoyed your hours of freedom. I know I have.

One thing for the SCM people:

Errr. Just click to enlarge.

For the rest of the guys - just important updates to take note of. (I repeat, IMPORTANT)

1) FRIENDLY RACE TOMORROW (Saturday) will be at 7.30 sharp, meet the reservoir by 7.15. If you ask me AM or PM, I will set Yi Hsiang on you. Our Opponents are SP, and ACS (I). Incidentally, if you are reading this now, you really should be asleep, so go sleep right after you read this post. Shoo.

2) Holiday Trainings will be daily, as usual, but it will not be so hectic right from the get go. Bear in mind that while the training will be flexible because we are training for different things right now, there should still be a basic structure.

Mondays - Morning, Self train - Evening, Swimming

Tuesdays - Morning, Self train - Night, Strength Gymming

Wednesdays - REST DAY.

Thursdays - Morning, Swimming - Night, Land Training

Fridays - Morning, Endurance Gym, Evening - Self Train

Saturday - If coach allows, Time Trial.

Self training can refer to...

1) Long distance running (Difficult to do as a team, due to varying fitness)

2) Rowing by yourself - The swift racings are, as always, available - both K1 and K2. You may also use Adrian's Elio IF you ask, and he says yes. He is a very nice guy.

3) Climbing stairs (this helps a lot.) Interval running (This too, but not before Strength Gymming.) or Swimming long distance. (In preparation for triathlon)

Also bear in mind that this is the best schedule tentatively, but due to the extremely volatile situation at the moment, it can change anytime. If you guys have any better suggestion, do let me know. I am always open to constructive criticism. Besides, this is a democracy. =D

The goal here now, is to improve the various individual elements of your strength: Raw Power, Stamina, VO2 max, Lactic Threshold, Mental Endurance etc, by all means short of actually rowing.

By Self-training, it does not mean you split up as a team. In fact, i would advise that you train together with teammates of strength about your level, so that you can push each other better. This is the time that we need it the most.

3) TPKRT AGM will be held on Friday, 5th March, after training. Please. make. It. Free. Your absence will speak very much louder that your actual person being there, I assure you. Aside from the fact that no, you can't depend on someone to relay to you every last thing that is going to be said there. Also, it is heavy on participation. And it will be fun. So its not all information that can be passed on.

That said, it actually is compulsory attendance, so while i am asking you real nicely to come, bad things will happen if you don't. :D

It was originally set to be on the 6th, which is Saturday, but since our friday evenings are free-er with the new schedule, why not put it on Friday, so that we don't have to stay back on Sat, right? Plus, it makes booking the meeting room easier.

4) Boats Rentals are , for now, no longer an issue. You may pay me $50, should you wish to make use of coach's boats during the 'self training' periods, if you are one of those taking part in MR, but I will no longer enforce it as compulsory. This will be explained to the team as a whole during AGM, or the next time the whole team gathers.

5) MR 500 will be held at the end of the month, and it is the race which all non-NJCC participants are waiting for.... well, I speak for myself, at the very least, because it is the last race i can participate in before I head off to LUSH 99.5fm. Sob. Its good this time round, in the sense that the participation fee is $17 per head, REGARDLESS of how many events you are taking. Yes, there are T-1 and T-2 events, so do give some thought to which event you want to take, and bring the $17 down with you to the AGM, to make Yan Ling's job easier.

Update: MR 500 is not a compulsory race. It is, however, more of a stress-free race, which would be good to take advantage of since

1) It is at home ground - no transport cost issues. Plus, we are more used to the water.

2) You will want some indication that your training for the month of March is paying off. What better place to test it?

3) Medals. Why else?

one last thing....

6) REPLYING TEXT MESSAGES is one of the most basic courtesies you can give to anyone. I know some of you lead extremely hectic lifestyles, and you pick up your phone, see the message, become too busy to reply, decide to reply later, put it down - and then completely forget about it. People do that all the time - it's normal.

However, you guys are not 'normal'. You are anything but - you are kayakers - and starting April, you are going to be responsible for leading the little group of penguins coming in.

If a remarkable sense of responsibility is needed to answer one little text message, then you jolly well develop it. Please.

I know my tone may sound slightly miffed, but don't worry - I will give you guys the benefit of the doubt that you are highly busy, due to exams and the like during this period.

In future, however, please make an effort to reply any message you receive, even if it is from your most hated stalker.

.....

.............

Actually, on second thought, don't reply, if its from your most hated stalker.

For those who did reply - I love you. ;D

On a more serious note, I don't believe that 'K' is the most brutal reply, so go ahead and spam me with it - it shows at least that my message has been acknowledged. Not because I am the captain - please do it to anyone, because if I show you the courtesy of personally texting you, instead of simply passing the message by asking someone to forward it to you, the least you could do is answer. Thanks a bunch, guys!

-Kiiro

The coming weeks.

2010-02-15T16:30:00.003+08:00

Happy CNY team, I hope you are enjoying your Chinese New Year, so far. Or at the very least, enjoying the Angpows rolling in. I know I am. :D

Or, you might be just that slight bit ticked off about relatives commenting ceaselessly about your changed skin tone, physique, height, mannerisms, age, etc....

(You have turned into a sexy beast.)

Either way, its good to take some time off from everything - from studying like dogs, from training like dogs and being stressed out like cats. (Because dogs don't stress.)

Just wanted to let you guys know, especially those with upcoming competitions, that should any of you, for any reason, need the club key to access the swift racings and paddles (if you intend to train really early in the morning, or on Mondays, most likely), you can contact me, Yan or Jemmy. I can't speak for them, but feel free to call me weekdays, because I will be in school almost daily, training and studying.

Which bring us to our next point - Don't neglect your studies. Obviously I know you guys well enough to trust that you won't get carried away with the lack of compulsory training and go gallivanting off on some fun vacation - but at the same time, do balance out the self-training with study time in equal amounts.

Also, lack of oxygen to the brain is extremely detrimental to your studying, as studies show:

"The brain demands at least 20% of the body's oxygen supply, when it doesn't get this supply it can lead to issues such as sleep apnea, poor concentration, forgetfulness, mood swings, restlessness, depressive thoughts and low drive." - Brain activity - Dr. Andrew Scholey, Division of Psychology, University of Northumbria

So if you plan to train first, and study later, do avoid high-intensity training such as endurance gymming, 3-minute rowing intervals, and -of course- Interval running.

You can have it your way and go ahead anyway, but chances are, you'll put your head down on the desk for just a second, and wake up at library closing time. That's just the way our bodies work.

For the old(er) group, there's still MR500 waiting for us, so don't fret, and don't slacken your training! I'm not leaving that race without a podium finish this year, and neither should you. :D

Your very fattened up Captain

-Kiiro

2010-02-08T20:40:00.003+08:00

Hi team,

I think that most of you have heard the news that coach can no longer afford to provide us with FOC usage of his boats as of now. and I know that many of you are either unhappy or reluctant to pay $50 for the monthly rental for this month and March. Yet I think that each of you should take some time to reconsider the situation and handle this with maturity.

I do agree that it is unfair that the school has stopped funding us for reasons only the management think is viable. Yet on our part, many of you have come to me worrying about the near competitions..." then how to win MR500???"

Well, the solution really is extremely simple. Pay $100 for the 2 months and squeeze every ounce of energy and time to train to make it worth your money. I mean HEY! $50 for unlimited usage for the entire month! Indeed $100 seems like a big sum of money, but after all... Chinese New Year is just a weekend away isnt it? It really boils down to whether you are willing to part with your money.

I bet all of you have heard this saying before: When the going gets tough, the TOUGH GETS GOING. Not only in terms of pushing hard during training, but its also how you overcome these obstacles that life puts in front of you. This is only but a small stumbling pebble and if you're unable to bend down and pick this pebble up to throw it away, what makes you think you're ready to face life's challenges?

You know, Singaporeans have this culture of " Gimme, gimme, gimme" but not "I'll Give,I'll let go, I'll sacrifice" I wouldnt want my teammates to be brought up with this kind of mindset where we take everything that the school or coach has to give us, but when there's nothing left for us to take, and its our turn to give, we cant.

Every sportsman knows how much they sacrifice in their life to get that winning medal. Not only in terms of physical but monetary also. They invest in the best boats, the best bicycles, the best running shoes. In your case, its only a matter of sacrificing $50/ month to train hard and nothing else. You are paying $50 to train with the best boats!

I know that some of you are thinking if its possible to claim back the money from the school at the start of the new AY. Well, think about it...we dont know how much you all would be spending for the next year and if by any chance (fingers crossed hopefully not) the budget exceeds again, wont the cycle repeat itself all over that you would need to pay the rental fee once again this time next year? Don't play a part in allowing history to repeat itself.

The team needs to go to the root of the problem. Which is: Short term, each of you needs to pay $50 for 2 months to train. Dig out the problem and both parties will benefit. You as well as our dearest coach. You'll get to train, and he has money to feed himself and his wife.

On the other hand, I understand that some of you have tight pockets. Meaning you wont even be able to afford $100. Well, work around the problem then. :) Spend the next 2 months building up on your stamina and strength. Run like mad and Swim until you can swim faster than the TP swimmers. I can assure you that when you get on a boat in April, you'll be faster than you are right now.

And of course, we can always represent Endorphin Kayaking for the upcoming races.

I hope that all of you give it some thought. if you still need to discuss anything feel free to talk to me yea.

Don't give in, prove SAA wrong.
TP Kayakers are fighters!
Sam.

You Voted, We Delivered.

2010-02-02T14:03:00.003+08:00

And on the left chest...

This is what you've all voted to create. Any last words?

Updates

2010-01-31T23:22:00.005+08:00

For the benefit of those who, for some reason, haven't heard/forgot. *coughBryancough*

Compulsory water trainings are now on Wednesday and Saturday only.

I am aware not everybody can make it on Wednesday, you may go down on Friday evenings instead. (Or both, if you can find the time)

Every Wednesday night will be a completely optional swimming.

(One of the few times you can say ' I don't feel like going' as a reason for not going.) By right there shouldn't be any at all, but this is meant more as a de-stress session, and for you to practice for your OSIM sprint category.

(Speaking of which, currently still no news on the sprint category. Will keep you guys updated.)

Kayak Racing AGM

This will tentatively -probably- be held on 26th Feb, 6pm. Shall we do pizza?

It is held at such an 'odd' date because it is as much a reflection of the past acad year, as it is a resolution for the coming year.

Is all for now.

-Kiiro

HAHAHAHA

2010-01-16T22:15:00.003+08:00

Hey guys, look what I found during spring cleaning!

BIG HINT: On the left-hand side....

Taken in October 2008.

2010-01-03T17:03:00.003+08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR TEAM!!!

AND WHAT BETTER WAY TO KICK START THE NEW YEAR WITH ROWING TRAINING AT4PM TOMORROW AFTERNOON FOLLOWED BY SWIMMING TRAINING AT 6 30PM!?!?!

SEE YOU THERE!!!

LETS MAKE THIS YEAR ROCK! WHOoohoooo!
SAM :D

2009-12-22T09:19:00.003+08:00

DRAGONBOAT ON THE 23RD OF DEC 2009! CANCELLED!!

REPORT AT 12 45PM SHARP AT SPORTS COMPLEX

PLEASE DONT LET THE HOSTS WAIT! I.e. the DB guys that are helping us. Its not very nice.

After that will be our last rowing session FOR THE YEAR!!! 3pm. I expect all to attend unless you have a good reason. Attendance has not been good since competition ended. Its time to buck up. Play time is over, a new year is starting.

Apart from that, those that want to participate in SCM, liase with Josh please.

Thanks,
Sam

MON TRG!

2009-12-13T22:32:00.001+08:00

Please meet at the swimming complex at 2 tmr! bring your swim wear and we will play "water polo". For mutaquim and yi hsiang u can bring your swimming costume! =D

After that we will making the cards. Please bring stationery along. I don't want to have people bringing 1 blue pen, or 2 blue pen or black pen or green pen....
I trust you all know what i mean! So see you guys tmr! =D

kokwei!
hehehheh

2009-12-03T20:42:00.002+08:00

The team meeting will be postponed to next friday. Timing to be confirmed.

AS for those who seriously need a quiet place to study tmr which is friday. I can book a meeting room in SAA for you guys. The room is air-conditioned, brightly lit, quiet, with a tv, whiteboard and tables, chairs. The meeting room almost twice or thrice the size of the project room in the library. Can hold at least 15 ppl. Timing will be anytime from morning to 6pm. Those interested please gimme a list of names before i decide to book the room. thanks.

I need the names by tonight.=)
KOKWEI =)

2009-12-02T22:05:00.004+08:00

You've already received my message earlier, I presume, about the choosing of boats you would like to row for SCM.

Now for the updates.

The Categories (in order of difficulty) are as follows:

**Novice Men/Women: 14km

Junior Women: 22km

Junior Men: 27km

Senior Women: 27km

Senior Men: 36km

Masters: 22km

Here's the sucky thing about this year for a few of us: The categories highlighted in Orange above are available only to Participants below 18 years old (i.e born in 1992 and later)

This means that the year 2s and above (including Ian and Keith) will have to be taking the senior category, if we intend to go. (Mind you, 36km is no joke. We know. T_T)

**Update: The Novice categories may be open to us as well. I am currently confirming. Keep your fingers crossed.

Don't mind the Masters category. I put it in for fun, but you wont be rowing in that anytime soon unless you grow a beard, and 20 years older ; its for those above 35 only.

Tomorrow there will be a training session at 4pm. (The usual) If almost everybody comes down, we can discuss this in more detail. I still have more things to say, but I rather shock your pants off when I can see your face. Its a lot more fun.

For those who see this early, please spread. Its not that hard.

For those who don't turn up, you better be in class, or an important project meeting, or I'll slaughter you. ^_^

-Kiiro

2009-12-01T20:52:00.002+08:00

Hey Team, I know everyone's up to their necks in preparation for term tests next week since race was over. Well, we'll only be holding one compulsory training this thursday afternoon for rowing. Weekends are off to give you guys time to study as well. So I hope that you all can come down just to condition your body yea.

Cant totally neglect kayaking can we?

:)
Sam. (i got no term testsssss :D)

2009-11-25T22:39:00.003+08:00

3 days away.

Some admin stuff just in case you all forgot:

1) Bus will be LEAVING SCHOOL BY 7AM. Please report BY 645AM on Saturday morning.

2) For those that are not taking the bus, please report at MR by 7 30 AM.

3) Friday, all to report at club by 9 30am to shift the equipment down and row. As discussed earlier, Wei Jie, Barney, Joshua, Junice, Lydia and I will be meeting the rest of you at MR to help unload the boats. The trucks will be parked at the carpark and busstop at 10 15am. Please load the K4 first to prevent a massive jam on the road.okie

ITS TIME

Team, its time to show the rest what we've been training for. The sweat, the injuries, the perserverence. When you reach MR carry yourself with pride as a TP kayaker. Dont doubt yourself and what youre worth. Cause we're all in this together and we're gonna fight it till the last last race!

BANKAI!

2009-11-11T22:47:00.003+08:00

17 days till POL-ITE. Everyone is working hard and training as much as possible. But please remember to take care of your health and have sufficient sleep.

Sleeping at 2am and waking up at 7am isnt the best thing a sportsman/woman should be doing. Be wise in planning your sleep so that at the very very least you're having 7-8 hours of sleep. You might claim that your body feels perfectly fine with only 4-5 hours of rest, but it is not sufficient. Your muscles need to recover and sleeping is the best way to do so.

Also please watch your diet. Gassy drinks (apart from 100 plus) are out. And your favourite western food...start ditching the wedges and platters of fries if you want to be the best. They'll only help you in gaining an inch around your waist.

17 more days till we show the rest of the polys what we have. Seniors, you all have been working so hard for this day. I know you all want it badly. I do as well. Some schools are aiming to grab both the championships this year. We're gonna prevent that from happening and bring back the trophies.

Push on, push hard.

TPKRT GO!

2009-11-08T20:44:00.000+08:00

Tomorrow boat maintenance 5pm

Swimming 730pm

2 weeks left to POL-ITE

2009-11-07T22:53:00.002+08:00

ALL THE BEST FOR TOMORROW GUYS!

GET READY TO BANKAI!!!

TEAM TEMASEK FTW!

2009-11-01T13:28:00.005+08:00

Training schedule for the upcoming week:

Monday: Swimming 7 30pm 20 Laps
For those that end rather early in the day, feel free to clock the laps on your own. Just text me if you're doing so

Tuesday: Rowing 4pm, Land 7 30pm

Wed: Rowing 4pm, Rest

Thurs: Rowing 4pm, Land 7 30pm

Friday: Rowing 4pm, Rest

Sat: Boat transportation to pasir ris 8am

Sun: Report at Pasir ris Water Venture by 7am for all Ubin racers.

Those taking part in the competition, friday's training is non-compulsory.

2009-10-28T09:47:00.001+08:00

Guys, for those that we not around on monday duriong briefing, today and friday will be running so bring your running shoes.

Thanks

2009-10-25T13:55:00.000+08:00

Team, just a reminder that starting tomorrow, Mon, Wed, Fri will be swimming training and not running. So remember to bring the necessary attire and equipment.

Cheers,
Sam

2009-10-18T22:50:00.002+08:00

GUYS URGENT ANNOUNCEMENT!

THOSE THAT ARE GOING FOR ROUND UBIN RACE PLEASE GO TO http://cms.pa.gov.sg/paWeb/common/events_popup.jsp?id=13582 CLICK INDEMNITY FORM GET YOUR PARENTS TO SIGN AND RETURN TO ME TOMORROW DURING LAND TRAINING WITH $20 REGISTRATION FEE.

School will return you the money another time. I didnt have enough time to claim from school because it took so long for you all to decide who wanted to go and who didnt.

I Have to send in the forms by wednesday so make my life easier by passing it to me tomorrow ok?

Thank You,
Sam

2009-10-17T21:56:00.005+08:00

Just to emphasis once again on certain things that I have briefed you guys about:

1) Training schedules- I trust that everyone is this team is discipline and dedicated enough to conduct their personal rowing training daily during weekdays. As mentioned before, the team has grown and I can no longer afford to arrange each ones timetable for you. Everyone of you are independent enough to carry out your own training.

And if you'd realise...since school is starting for all polys, the rest of the schools do not have a reservoir at their backyard. Instead, they have to travel down to MR, LSR or wherever to train. If you think about this, we have the upper hand for the next 6 weeks. Row more during your breaks while other polys cant. Thats definitely an advantage that we should be thankful for.

Mornings are to be arranged directly with coach. Those that have long breaks, I'd suggest that you all contact one another first and go together as a group instead of each one of you calling coach to open the gate for you.

Afternoons are COMPULSORY for those that end class by 4pm or even 5pm. Rowing will cease at 7pm SHARP followed by land/swimming training at 7 30pm.

Please remind coach if he forgets the time. The faster you keep your boats, the more time you have to grab a bite and when we start on time, we end on time or maybe even earlier.

2) Studies- Please do not neglect your grades as well. POL-ITE is of extreme importance to the team but so are our grades. The grades that most of you year 1s have produced in Sem 1 is not at all impressive apart from Shao Wei, Quim and Shaun.

Understand that our team believes in all rounded excellence which includes your studies because this is essentially why you're in poly. Learn how to balance out your studies and canoeing and practice time management. I'd suggest that all of you keep a planner for your daily activities so that you know how much time is dedicated to various stuff throughout the day.

If you find yourself struggling with projects and not being able to cope with the amount of trainings, please please come and talk to me so that we can work something out that is best for you.

3) Inter-team support- As all of you should know by now, our waterpolo team is having their POL-ITE when school re-opens on monday thru till friday. I'd like our team to go down and support them even if you might not know any of the members there personally. We're all water sports teams and its a good way to feel the POL-ITE spirit happening in TP.

I'll be going down to the swimming pool at 5pm this monday. I hope that the rest of you can come as well. Most of you probably wont have classes this coming week. So just text me if you're coming k then maybe we can meet up at a canteen first then head down tgt.

Have an awesome Sunday!
Sam :D

Training

2009-10-16T19:13:00.001+08:00

For tomorrow's training, you guys will report at 10.45am, unless you were one of the few who were told to turn up at 8am. This is because Sam has something to talk to us about before training, so don't be late!

-kiiro

2009-10-10T23:34:00.002+08:00

Hope all of you have had a good rest because the last week of hols is gonna end with a bang! For training that is! Its the start of a vigorous 7 week training and I need everyone to be mentally prepared and ready to push hard together. Only then that together as a team can we succeed and claim the overall trophys.

So everyone please report at 9 30am SHARP on Monday outside MOE shed. Its back to business but of course we'll have fun over lunch and breaks. :)

Till then...
Over and out,
PALMOIL!!!

PAHANG

2009-09-30T11:44:00.003+08:00

Here's a reminder, to those going, remember to pay $50 for the train tix by Thursday and get $380 prepared for payment to coach preferably by Friday.

Remember to get your stuffs and equipments for the trip, I'm too lazy to have a to bring list right now, but you can ask coach or the team what we need to bring since Coach has already briefed us yesterday.

CHECK THAT YOUR PASSPORT IS STILL VALID AND PROCEED TO THE ICA TO HAVE IT RENEWED IF IT ISN'T ASAP. THIS IS IMPORTANT.

Also, please confirm your spot by Thursday 1st October if you're going, we're leaving on Sunday.

Thank you.

Thursday, Sep 24th Training = Rowing

2009-09-23T20:02:00.002+08:00

Same thing, 9.30 am at the club, if you have anything on or being unable to make it on time, please inform others.

Tomorrow will be Water Training @ Bedok Reservoir.

Standard Drill.

See ya!

Yes, there IS.

2009-09-20T22:18:00.004+08:00

To clear up the confusion....

I'm pretty sure none of you fasted, except dear Quim (who's been so hardworking, i'll be surprised if HE wants a break.) , so.....

Since we have no reason to celebrate Hari Raya, we are pleased to announce that there WILL BE TRAINING from MON-FRI as per usual because Papa Coach is back in town with a vengeance to make you row your butts off.

This week's training will be

Mon- Fri

1st session - 9.30am

2nd session - 4pm

Ordinarily, this is part where you clap, whoop and cheer because you've been heavily deprived of water time for the past week. I can almost hear you screaming already. =D

On the other hand, the rest of the seniors are still stuck with Singapore GP.... using the amazing skill of eye power.....

But fret not. We shall not deprove to any great extent by the time we come back!

In fact, we have been doing secret training in the form of Sai gang...

So don't let your guard down!!

-Kiiro

(oh,and just for laughs, we saw THIS at the Tri-Factor... : Coach was fairly amused, i assure you. o_O)

2009-09-16T22:10:00.006+08:00

Coach just notify that this Saturday...

Training will be cancelled as he will not be able to come back on time.

Have a good rest, enjoy the long weekend.

FYI: Thursday and Friday Training is still on,

930am at the Pool,bring shoes.

Let's BANKAI!

Randall

Nike Human Race 10K on 24Oct

2009-09-10T23:02:00.001+08:00

Here's the link to register for the run: https://humanrace.dynamixnetwork.com/index.php/form/rules_regulation/1

After clicking the link scroll all the way down to to click "i agree" to continue registration. A credit card is needed to pay online & fyi it only cost $20(under 25) for a 10km run. Trust me is really worth it. i advice u guys to register online at home as it is much more convienient & it will take awhile to fill in your particulars. For the category we will be joining is Men's & Women's Under 25. For the shirt size, it is based on US sizing. So put 1 size down from the usual nike shirt you have unless u want to wear it hip-hop. For me, last year my shirt size is M & it's just nice for me. Okay, thats all u need to know. Any problem u can give me a call , i hope that is not needed as i think it is detailed enough. To avoid dissapointment try to register asap as the closing registration date may be brought forward if the the no. of participants reaches the limit.

Tml training(11sep) will be as usual. Double rowing sessions & optional night running with coach so bring your shoes if you want to run.

Take Care :)
Bryan

Training Resumes

2009-09-09T21:54:00.003+08:00

After a half day of training today, tml (10sep) we are having double rowing training at the usual time & place.

Lets all start to train harder & harder. Push ourselves to the limit.
So those who want to join for optional night running with coach are welcome. Its only 1 round of bedok reservoir & running at night is much more enjoyable. If u don't feel like running, its your lost. So bring your running shoe.

Sleep well tonight. Tml going to b a long day.
C u guys tml (:

Bryan

2009-09-08T20:28:00.003+08:00

I know you all are tired and its only the 2nd day of this weeks training. Tomorrow will only be morning training and then all of us can rest up well in the afternoon for the next half a week of double training! Whoooo.

Here's a little youtube video to spur you guys on!

The count down to POL-ITE starts now... 81 days.

Sam :D

Training for 7sep

2009-09-06T22:15:00.002+08:00

the begining of a new wk..
Swimming & Rowing Training

Swimming
9.30 we will start warm-up. so all pls b ready b4 that.
Don't forget ur matrix card.

Rowing
3pm

C u guys tml.. Rest & eat well..
bryan

2009-09-06T22:05:00.001+08:00

Training tomorrow:

Morning 9 30am report to Swimming pool.
Dont forget to bring Matric Card, goggles and running shoes.

Afternoon 3pm Kayaking.

Wei Jie will be incharge of swimming as Coach and I will be away in the morning. Rest up well tonight! I know most of you went of to Mixue party on Sat. :))

Sam

Tuesday's training

2009-08-31T20:58:00.000+08:00

The training schedule will be the same as Monday, because we didn't swim on Monday.

Remember to bring your MATRIC CARD and your GOGGLES.

9 30 am Kayaking

3 00 pm Swimming

-Zhi kai

Monday's Training

2009-08-30T18:44:00.000+08:00

Tomorrow's Training schedule:

9 30 am Kayaking

3 00 pm Swimming

Please remember to bring your GOGGLES and your MATRIC CARD.

Those that are going to visit teachers tomorrow is done at your own accord. Do come down for swimming if you're going back to your schools in the morning.

Training will resume as per what is mentioned in the previous post.

P.S. Try and inform the rest if you're unable to attend the training and state the reason. It wouldn't be nice to wait for someone wondering if they are going to turn up.

-Zhi Kai

2009-08-27T20:46:00.000+08:00

HELLO ALL! EXAMS ARE OVER AND ITS TIME TO TRRRRRRAINNN! From tomorrow onwards, we're having double training during weekdays. Its 9.30am and 3.30pm. Saturdays are 9am.

For those that are intending to work and it clashes with the training timings, pls consult any senior. Then we can arrange something that will work out best for you and for the team.

POLITES in 1 1/2 months time! Overall champions male and female!

2009-08-21T17:28:00.001+08:00

Good news and Bad news. Depending on which perspective you're looking from.

The trip might have to be postponed to October. Firstly because the guy arranging all our logistics at Pahang cant do it in time, and secondly, a lot of the seniors cant make it due to SIP. Its only fair to them that we dont leave them in the lurch in sad singapore while the rest of us raft away on bamboo poles.

However, October= POL-ITES and most of us wont be as keen to go on the trip by then, we'll be more keen to get our gold cookies.

I'm sorry to disappoint everyone, but believe me, im trying my utmost best to fit the time schedule to majority's availability. In the end, I'm only the middle man, relating whatever information we're getting from Coach and the guy up in M'sia.

Whatever the case is, dont fret cause I'll die trying to find a convenient time for everyone, including those on SIP for a team outing, even if its only a day thing.

Any suggestions? Sentosa, Pulau Ubin?

Sam

2009-08-20T16:21:00.001+08:00

Hey team! As you're studying, Coach and I are busy planning our Pahang trip! Currently, the dates are from the 5th-9th of September so that we have the whole of October to train realll hard!

Coach is still trying to contact the guy in Kuantan, but regarding the costs, I'm hoping to keep it to $200, excluding transport fees.

What I'd need you to do right now is to ask your parents for permission and get back to me asap so that I can have a rough idea of how many people are going. Sms me if you're unsure or have questions and to confirm as well alright! Can I get everyone's response by...friday night?

In the mean time...Happy studying!!! While I go on my open water dive trip. Teeheehee :D

Good luck!
Sam

2009-08-12T20:55:00.002+08:00

You may or may not have received a message forwarded from Captain Sam regarding this Friday.

If you haven't...

Sam: " friday i want everyone down for training. Even if you end at 6"

Well, you heard the Man -uh- Woman. No, actually just leave it as Man.

*flees*

In other words, "I have class", "I have project" and "I need to study" will be counted as bullshit excuses because its the weekend Goddamnit and you most probably won't have planned your work stuff right after school, and if you did that makes you kinda dumb, so its not accepted anyway. And you still have 2 days to do whatever it is you have to do. But as far as I know, its the last week of school, so there ought to be nothing awfully urgent.

So, people.... Turn up, or face the wrath of Sam. She'll direct an F1 car to bang into you.

Ok number 2.... Would everyone who HASN'T paid me for the Team Singlet, please do so sometime soon in the near future? Because the cost of the shirt came from my living expenses, and I've been finding myself in rather pauperish situations lately. Uh. That means I'm very broke.

Its not really a personal reason, see - If you can't even manage something as simple as prompt payment for the singlet which you already took, i really have nothing to say, except that i'm not going to be trusting you all when we make our casual team shirt, and other future equipment. And they will be very, very delayed. And you don't want that.

And Lastly...

About those random twits on the board.... (You know. Those who can't even spell 'Temasek', or try to do bad impersonations)

They weren't the first we had to deal with,

They certainly weren't the last

But you'll find that us seniors tend to simply ignore them. If i may remind everybody of this small reason....

So, Zip, and you'll find the idiots magically pull their own vanishing act. There's no need to spam the tagboard.

I think that's all for now. Sorry if i appear to be PMS-ing.

-Kiiro

2009-08-11T21:12:00.000+08:00

Good teams become great ones when the members trust each other enough to surrender the 'me' for the 'we'- Phil Jackson

Do you trust one another?

See you tmr afternoon. :)
Sam

2009-08-08T18:24:00.000+08:00

Hello team! This Monday we shall have training at 8am and then proceed for lunch and G.I. Joe movie at downtown east or tampines mall. So you all come down and train k! Team outing! Even coach will be going. :)

Sam.

2009-07-30T20:51:00.000+08:00

Your lovely captain who is coming back soon to screw all of us over would like me to inform everybody that Saturday's training will be at 2pm because of the OSIM triathlon in the morning.

Whoopee for your sleepytimes.

o.O

training....not.

2009-07-28T22:26:00.000+08:00

Just a friendly little reminder that there is no land training tomorrow. or the week after. or until your exams are over. (which is just as well, really, seeing as i'm kinda bedridden... writing this post off my tablet pc. Handy little gadget, this. :D)

So remember kids, take good care of yourselves if you don''t wanna end up like me. :(

Hydrate yourselves properly...todays weather was.... ugh.

and don't forget... when you wash your bodies wash your hands too ;)

P.S.(just cuz there is no training tmr due to exams and stuff doesn't mean you don't turn up for saturday or sunday. pull that excuse, and i'll shove ZK's paddle up where the sun don't shine.)

2009-07-25T21:43:00.007+08:00

As some of you have been informed already during training today, training will be cut down to 3 times a week starting this coming monday. So it'll technically be only on Mon, Fri and Sat.

Obviously some of you freshies were not around when I made this announcement or you werent listening to me hence the tag on the board. 3 times a week i believe is totally managable since its only at the beginning and end of the week.

I've been monitoring yr attendence and some of you guys are doing a pretty impressive job of skipping training and turning up once a week. Seriously, dont waste your time and the seniors time if you're only training once a week. We want to train team mates that are passionate and ready to sacrifice 2-3 hours on weekdays to improve their strength and fitness. If you're not one of them, just give me an sms telling me that you dont want to train with us anymore.

Seniors, like I've mentioned, Invites are only 4 months away. I do hope that you still have the same goal in mind as you had at the beginning of the year and that is to win. Coach's debrief today was a wake up call for some of us and we need to pull up our socks and get our butts in the boat 5 times a week if we want that shiny cookie and recognition.

I KNOW that all of you can make time for personal training 1 hour a day IF YOU WANT TO. I know it because i have seen you all do so. Think about your priorities and try to plan and manage your time well.

Of course, I'm not saying that you shld be neglecting your studies. They are the most impt, but 1 hour a day perfecting your technique and increasing your strength inst gnna kill you, its just gna give you a healthy lifestyle. For those days that you gym...try and replace them with rowing ok?

Just something that I cropped out from another poly's kayaking blog:

"Last year we lost the overall woman champion by 1 point and this 1 point can be salvage by anyone of you here be it are you participating this year IVP or not ultimately in the long run this team needs you and you need the team . Our girls team have always been strong this time and last year was just a trip. This trip is a blessing in disguise. This trip has led us to realize that other schools have raise their bench sometimes is this trip that will prevent a fall.

Same goes for the overall man champion we will kick asses this year !!"

Those other schools...Its obvious that its us right? And are we going to let them kick our asses this year? I sure hope thats not your dream cause its not mine.

Wake up and start thinking about winning, cause everyones got the same thought, its just a matter of who will do it. That's me, and I sure hope that's each and every one of you as well.

Sam

2009-07-23T15:44:00.003+08:00

Hey guys, if you happen to carry 24 bucks with you when you come for training tomorrow or saturday, you'll get a nice, pleasant surprise.

:D

2009-07-19T21:50:00.001+08:00

Swimming training will be the same time same place tomorrow. Same everything. I'm not going to put the exact time, you guys should know...

ah, the start of independence. =)

2009-07-15T01:01:00.003+08:00

Land Training will be at 6:30 pm at the Sports Complex as always.

Bring your running Shoes and your water bottles. Remember to eat enough at least an hour before training starts.

Everyone should already be Changed and ready for warm up by 6:30 pm.

I am hooked on Highlighting.

Zhi Kai.

Training...

2009-07-12T19:02:00.004+08:00

You probably don't need me to post this up by now, but still, its my job...

Monday Training: Swimming

Be at pool at 6.30 sharp!!

Bring Matric Card, Goggles, dinner, brains, balls and other assorted things you might need.

This redundant service announcent was proudly brought to you by Vita di merda.

When in doubt, google is your best friend.

2009-07-10T22:31:00.001+08:00

Training tomorrowwww!

Freshies I hope all of you will come down yes! Today's turn out was good :) I'm impressed

Freshies: 8am SHARP
Seniors: Charles batch included-11am

See youuuu!
Sam :D

2009-07-09T21:54:00.003+08:00

Friday Water Training details:

Everybody 4pm Sharp at the Club
Water training only

Sleep early & rest well.

2009-07-07T21:14:00.002+08:00

Wednesday training details....

I must be overtired. I actually misspelled 'Wednesday' for a moment there.

Anyway...

Wed, 6.30pm

Sports Complex

Bring your running shoes, as usual

And....

Don't eat heavily. ;)

*insert evil smile here*

And for those who've been a tad M.I.A recently...... please do turn up. Or else....

*even more evil smile here*

Oh, and and for those who haven't sent me your details, yet...

Would you kindly Please do so, NOW. (refer to Yi Hsiang's love letter.)

thankyew.

Oops, one last update..

Please bring $5 for the bi-monthly canoe fund. The earlier collection was April's, and now its July's. The fund will go towards general purposes such as paying poor Yan Ling ah ma for buying bread for the team, and for buying tape to make our weights, which seem to keep mysteriously disappearing....

Please update the rest about this edit. I forgot to write it just now.

2009-07-05T20:31:00.003+08:00

Monday training details:

Pool, 6.30

You don't need me to tell you to bring the usuals. =)

(Oh and for God sakes... feed yourselves first, but not right before training. If you happen to end at 6 exactly, grab a small bite before coming, but don't start swimming right away. We'll understand if you tell us. :D )

Oh, and on an irrelavant tangent, Barney's singlets are can't be included in the vote for the racing singlet because its inappropriate for competitions. Just imagine going down for a serious race dressed in that.

However, I've saved both of them into consideration for our casual team T-shirt, to be worn outside of trainings. THAT, we can make a funny out of. The designs are awesome, you should transfer to Apparel Design right now, lawyer...

2009-07-04T19:26:00.019+08:00

Team, there's a few singlet designs up for you to choose. Please state either 1,2 or 3 on the tag board and help inform the rest to vote as well. I'll try to keep the budget to below $25 plus the singlet is Adidas man! Good material.

You can click on the link to enlarge the picture.

Please vote by Sunday night!!!

Thanks,
Sam

P.S. For the 2 below, the blue lines are just outlines of singlet sizes. They wont be in the printing.
with the Temasek Polytechnic beside the logo.

Edit by Josh:

Here's another.

Combining the best aspects of each, is better than choosing just one...

The Print behind will be of a higher resolution once it's properly done, here's the rough sketch.

2009-07-03T00:04:00.009+08:00

This Saturday water training:

Report at the club at 10.30am SHARP
Bring your water bottle and sunblock items
Do not bring shoes

Randall

2009-07-02T21:38:00.002+08:00

Reminder, training tomorrow 4pm at club. Bring your running shoes along as well.

Finally water training after 1 week! Put your 1 star skills to good use yes! Its time to buff up cause every single one of you is a Temasek Kayaker from now on. Be proud of it, be proud of your team. Other sports teams are starting to sit up and taking note of us.

Team Temasek shirts will be out hopefully in August and the seniors are in the midst of getting this years Team singlet design out and ready for all Temasek Kayakers to wear! So show me that you deserve to don our shirt and singlet alright!

Some of you are starting to fall sick...not exactly the best time so please take care of your bodies, get plenty of sleep and drink lots of water. if I hear reports of any members falling sick, you guys gotta shave botak! Including senior team!

Hopefully I'll see you all next Monday during training. I've been missing the team!

Kok Wei will be leaving for SIP from next week and I wont be back till 1 August so as of 6 July, Wei Jie and Randall will be stepping in to help Bryan and Josh manage the team. Any queries can be directed to either 4 of them for the next 4 weeks.

Dont miss me too much!!!
Sam :))

2009-07-01T11:40:00.000+08:00

Hey team, I'll like every single one of you to be at training on 11 of July. Thats the only time I'll get to meet up with everyone. So I expect full attendance.

Thanks,
Samantha

2009-06-30T21:30:00.002+08:00

Wednesday Training:

LAND TRAINING

6.30 at Sports Complex

Bring Shoes, Running attire, as per normal.

By the way, Coach has been seen returning to the reservoir to row today...

Marathon season is coming again.

Training

2009-06-28T21:07:00.002+08:00

And what better way to ease off those Sunburns you all got than with a dip in the nice cool swimming pool at night? =D

Monday Training:

6.30pm, Swimming Pool

Bring goggles, Matric card, the usual.

Oh and a $600 ang pow for Kok Wei. He need to go honeymoon.

Freshies who haven't pay me for the Team Temasek Shirt, you better pay up quick. Otherwise I will order without your name. =D

Seniors. Sh.

2009-06-28T11:23:00.002+08:00

Happy Birthday to KOK WEI

Everybody's friendly neighbourhood vice cap and Kok Kok Mee.

Don't worry. No matter how old you get, we know you'll always be young at heart.

(Just like that.)

Oh man... babies just look so... irresistably tasty... filleted and breaded and served alongside some corn chowder, garlic bread and red wine.

For those taking Star 1 Tomorrow

2009-06-26T22:58:00.002+08:00

Here's some important points to take note that Yi Hsiang has kindly put up on the tag board.

Wear only Covered shoes(no Slippers allowed) it will be from 10 am till 5 pm on both Sat and Sun.
You can take bus 2/59/89/109 to Changi interchange.
For those who wants meet up first befre going down to Changi. Meet at Pasir Ris by 9am. those who want to have breakfast meet at 8.30am at Pasir Ris MRT

Remember, covered shoes/sandals but preferably covered shoes, or you no need take your Star 1, I think they're pretty strict about that. And your Sunblock, very important, it's like 1 full day thing so you're gonna get burnt if you don't have your sunblock.

Friday

2009-06-25T20:41:00.003+08:00

VERY IMPORTANT!!!

In a dramatic last minute change of plans,the venue has been miraculously swapped to the sports complex.

So, be there at 6.30. With Running shoes.

And still, don't forget..

NINE BUCKS.

For your Team Temasek Shirt.

remember.... $9, $9, $9, just keep telling yourself that, because I don't like to be a Loan Shark...

2009-06-24T21:28:00.002+08:00

Team, some money issues to be settled by this saturday.

Seniors/Juniors: Those who owe me $15 bucks. Pay me during Sat training please. I need it to survive.

Entire team: Those who have not paid $5 canoe fund for last month, Own up and pay up! To either Josh, Kok Wei, Bryan or me.

Also shirt money $9. You want your team shirt, you pay.

Thank you and see you all officially in 6 weeks time. Count down with me won't you?

Sam.

Tomorrow's lovely holiday plans....

2009-06-23T13:00:00.003+08:00

Freshies, Juniors and Seniors...

Meet at the pool tomorrow at 6.30pm , with your running shoes, swimwear and of course, clothes to change. I mean, shower. Or you will smell like socks, and you wouldn't want that. :D

I understand that some of you might end classes later, but do try your best to be on time. Like Coke said, better late than never.

Oh do remember your matric cards and GOGGLES. No heroes please because even the lifeguards bring goggles. Just so you know, the eye isn't a muscle that you can 'train' to be chlorine-resistant, and prolonged exposure will only damage them. What you're training is only your pain threshold.

Oh my, i sound like a mother.

But we're all going to have fun tomorrow, aren't we? ^_^

(Oh, and if you're wondering why its suddenly at the pool, its because the entire sports complex is closed tomorrow and on the 29th due to AYG. That includes the showers. Bummer D:)

2009-06-22T21:48:00.003+08:00

For all freshies, these are the training days that will be fixed for the month of July. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

Monday: Swimming
Wednesday: Land Training
Friday: Water (4pm onwards)
Saturday: Water (morning/afternoon)

Mondays and Wednesdays are till 9 30pm. Friday till 8pm and Saturdays...well it'll be best if you could avail yourself all the way till 4pm.

Seniors please note of the amendments and follow strictly to these training days while planning for freshies. There shouldnt be any reason to change the days especially mondays and wednesdays since its a fixed timetable.

If theres any queries sms me.

P.S. This week there will be no water training for freshies as coach is away on honeymoon. The schedule will start from next week onwards, 29 June. Seniors, water training as per usual on saturday.

Sam

2009-06-22T10:28:00.002+08:00

Land Training
This coming wed will be the land training for ALL. 6.30 at Sports Complex.
Bring the usual stuffs.

As for coke.
I know the training days are not fixed and it is hard to come for somedays. But you must think. There is alot of adminwork to do before organising a training. For land training, we have to plan and make sure that there is enough seniors to look after you guys. Swimming training, we have to book the pool and we have to make sure that coach can come and coach you guys as you are all at the beginning stage. Lastly kayak training have to be planned in a way that is does not clash with other SAJC team training as we are borrowing their boats. And we also have to book a timing with coach always at the last min because he got 2 other schools to coach. Its not that easy to organise stuffs.
For the issue on lateness, I think its everybody's responsibility to come for training on time. It is one of our team values. Even the senior team, they will be punished if they are late.

kokwei

2009-06-22T00:08:00.002+08:00

Hi team, great job in the NCCs, we know you guys have put in your utmost effort and you did your team proud. Our next goal is the Invitationals so lets put the pedal to the metal and get ourselves some medals!

There will be no swimming training tomorrow, however, prepare for training on Tuesday. The time will be put up so check back. By the way, the blog will be updated pretty late sometimes, so if you wanna sleep, go ahead, just check back the next morning before you go to school about the specific timings. Otherwise the training days will remain the same.

First time here,

Zhi Kai a.k.a ZK