Wednesday, April 12, 2006

Cruise-cersising

We were docked the whole of yesterday at Laem Cha Bang Port, about 2-2.5 hours outside of Bangkok. The ship was so quiet and empty that t felt as if about 90% of the passengers went ashore. The gym was empty, the pool was empty, during lunch the buffet line at the Mediterranean was only opened on one side and all the other major restaurants were closed. It was really cool.

And because there wasn't any one else at the gym, I managed to do my first real workout by myself without having to worry about being watched or bothered. Got a good run on the treadmill, did several good reps on the machines and free weights for my arms, shoulders and legs. And because I had such a good session yesterday morning, I went back to the gym with the hubby this morning for another great run.

Another reason why it was so enjoyable at the gym here is the view. The incredible view of the endless sea that stretches to the horizon as the ship cruises along. We got that view the whole of Monday and this morning, yesterday was a different but no less interesting view of the port.

The weather was incredible and since there was not a single person using the pool in the afternoon I managed to put in quite a number of laps without interruptions. Following that I also went for a step aerobics class and got another really good workout.

Both the hubby and I are having such a great time training at the gym we are rather worried about what will happen when we get back to our usual life and routine of work. *Sigh*

Oh well we are definitely enjoying every minute of it while we are onboard. That's why we didn't bother to go on shore yesterday or today (we are currently anchored about 45min by boat off Koh Samui). We rather spend the time relaxing and enjoying the leisurely pace on the ship.

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