Two Worlds, One Rhythm The world of triathlon is filled with discipline, sweat, and a relentless chase for improvement. The world of work is filled with deadlines, emails, and an endless to-do list. At first glance, these two may seem like they live on opposite ends of the spectrum—one physical, one mental; one outdoors, one […]
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Jun
Jun
9:20 PM, Thursday: A Day to Remember It’s Thursday evening, and the rain hasn’t let up for hours. I just returned from swim practice, drenched to the bone but glowing with pride. Today was not about performance. It wasn’t about setting a personal best or crushing the training set. It was about discipline. It was […]
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Jun
Jun
It’s always peaceful about waking up early on a Saturday morning, especially when you know most of the world is still under the covers. That quiet moment before the city stirs feels like a small victory, like you’ve overcome the temptation to snooze and gifted yourself the day before it even begins. I cherish Saturdays […]
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Jun
Jun
Happy Tuesday! Today marks the beginning of a new training week, and as I sit by the window with a cup of warm green tea, watching the rain gently kiss the river outside, I can’t help but feel a profound sense of calm and gratitude. Tuesday is always special to me—it follows my Monday rest […]
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Jun
Jun
Last night’s swim session was one of those moments when everything aligned. I had finished work at 5 p.m., had an early dinner—something I’ve learned the hard way not to skip—and headed to the pool with energy to spare. For a long time, I used to train after work on an empty stomach, simply pushing […]
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May
May
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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