There’s something meditative about rain. On Thursday evening, I found myself riding through the pouring showers on my motorbike, the cool droplets dancing on my skin. Rather than racing to get out of it, I let the rain soak in. It felt like nature’s own meditation session—grounding, present, and pure. That calmness wasn’t accidental. It’s […]
26
May
May
Woohoo! After a few weeks of rest and recharging, I’m officially back on the grind. It feels amazing to return to training mode—this time with my eyes set on the Tri-Factor Ho Chi Minh Championship, happening on August 17. With a little over two months to go, I’m ready to rebuild my base and work […]
18
May
May
After crossing the finish line of my Ironman 70.3 race on Sunday, I didn’t have the luxury of rest. While many of my teammates decided to linger and relax in Da Nang before catching the 9 p.m. flight back to Ho Chi Minh City, I had a different plan. My flight was at 5 p.m. […]
12
May
May
After sharing my swimming experience in the last blog post, it only feels right to write about the next two parts of my triathlon journey: the 90km bike ride and 21km run. Unlike swimming, which has always been my weak point, I used to consider cycling and running my strengths. But this race was a […]
11
May
May
Completing a 70.3 Ironman is no small feat. It’s a journey that tests every part of you—physically, mentally, and emotionally. For me, the most intimidating part of this journey wasn’t the 90km bike ride or the 21km run. It was the swim—the 1.9km stretch of open water that had once filled me with anxiety. But […]
07
May
May
As Ironman Da Nang 70.3 is approaching in a few days, I can’t help but reflect on the journey that brought me here. It’s been less than a year since I started training for my first Ironman race in Vietnam, and yet it feels like I’ve lived a lifetime in that time—mentally, emotionally, and physically. […]
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Apr
Apr
Empowering Youth Through Volunteer Work At 9:30 PM, I wrapped up an inspiring workshop for Palace of English X-peaking, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping high school students, especially those from small towns across Vietnam, improve their English. The theme of the workshop was “How to Connect with Others and Build Long-Lasting Relationships”. Sharing stories, […]
20
Apr
Apr
Day two of our triathlon training camp in Bình Thuận was packed with excitement, growth, and a few jellyfish stings — but above all, it was full of joy. Early Morning Wake-Up Call The day began at the crack of dawn. My roommate, and now honorary sister, Nhan, gently woke me up around 5 AM […]
19
Apr
Apr
Saturday morning greeted me with a mixture of excitement and lingering fatigue. I had been battling a cold for over a week, coughing often and feeling the effects of intense work, training load, and responsibilities from my role at the UWC Selection. My body felt slightly drained, but my spirit was more than ready for […]
16
Apr
Apr
After a long and demanding day at work, I rushed home, cooked a simple yet satisfying dinner, and prepared for the part of my day that both excites and intimidates me the most—swim training. I’ve never considered myself a strong swimmer. In fact, it’s the part of triathlon I struggle with the most. But with […]