no physical training.. NOT.

From The Straits Times, Friday 13 June 2008 :

"The Singapore Armed Forces yesterday called an unprecendented three-day halt to all physical and endurance training ... Until Saturday, the entire force of 300,000 active personnel and national servicemen will not be on obstacle courses, route marches or doing any fitness tests. Physically demanding field training is also out."


YA RIGHT. So what is climbing up a steep slippery slope for 70+ metres with a 45-50 degree incline? Oh, it is SO not physically demanding. It is nothing! It is just.. a walk in the park! very relaxing!
Huh? what? everyone was breathing heavily as we were reaching the top? No no, they were just trying to breathe faster to enjoy the fresh jungle air.

what? the instructors were all barking and shouting and swearing at the trainees to hurry up and run up the slope even faster to overexert themselves? No no, they were just being motivating and encouraging the trainees.

what ? There was still a fire and movement which involved dashing from point to point? No no.. it was just a short distance sprint which is very invigorating and helpful to strengthen the heart and avoid exhaustion or cardiac arrest.

what? the sun was scorching and draining everyone of energy but the exercise still went on? no no, there was excellent vitamin D supply and so it was deemed healthy and good for the trainees to stay in the sun to get the necessary vitamins.

GG.