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HAPPENINGS CIVIL SERVICE CLUB 08

A WALK While cycling is a great aerobic exercise, it is not The route soon took them to Marine Parade and
it was already 7pm. The team managed to feast
without its limitations. It does not help one to
INTO THE develop strong bones. This led a small group their eyes on the mesmerising sunset. There was
of CSCs cyclists to incorporate a simple form
also another feast to be had. Marine Parade was
of weight-bearing exercise into their workouts:
also home to one of the best char kway teow
SUNSET Walking. stalls in Singapore!
And so, the cyclists decided to have dinner
And so the cyclists decided to be adventurous
CSC and hold their own walking expedition. The and reenergise themselves. As a few others had
previous engagements, they had to back out of
route would begin from Changi Village and
CYCLING end at Marina Bay. The total distance is 30km. the hike. To the sole cyclist who completed the
walk, the beautiful sights of Marina Bay Sands,
The company of enthusiasts met at their usual
meeting place, a prata shop, at 2.30pm. And then
the Singapore Flyer and verdant trees of the
CLUB they set off for their destination. Gardens by the Bay were worth all the aches he
had endured during the six-hour walk.
Three hours into the walk, they reached the
National Sailing Centre, where they enjoyed Walking is a safe exercise and it gives you the
a brief respite. The ice-cream and drinks were chance to soak in the sights while chatting with
invigorating on this hot Saturday afternoon. your friends, he says.

In this group of hikers, a few of them actually (The names of the participants have been left out
had marathons and cycling events to attend the by the author.)
following day. They used this as an opportunity
to loosen any stiff muscles and warm up the
body. It was also a way for them to mentally
prepare themselves.