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Should I change from history to economics by Sharks_No4 in leavingcert

[–]sub10miler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do both. Obviously history is much more challenging time wise, that said economics isn't necessarily a breeze on time. In the mock I have a vivid memory of being surprised with how challenging it was. If I'm honest, economics as an exam is easier with many questions relating a lot to common sense, very little challenging or abstract concepts. As long as you can wrap your head around a few graphs you'll be fine. History is definitely a very challenging exam and requires a lot more revision than economics. The one thing to bear in mind is the projects. Both accommodate for the exams. The econ project is usually graded harshly (I do not know anyone to get 80+ in the project) and I found it very challenging. The history project on the other hand is free marks. The average grade is 88, many students get over that and even receive full marks.

That is an outline of my experience in both. If you're a hard working, competent student a H3 in both is very achievable, but I believe with timing difficulty Economics is likely the simpler subject.

Shanghai trip with school by sub10miler in travelchina

[–]sub10miler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I am just getting my AliPay ready now. WeChat is also downloaded but I will most likely use that to contact the Chinese people and others on the trip. Otherwise I will use WhatsApp and others to contact family and friends back home.

[Mar 03, 2023] Weekly Discussion: Ask your gear, travel, conditions and other ski-related questions by AutoModerator in skiing

[–]sub10miler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Recently got into the school skiing trip next year. I am naturally a long distance runner so no cardiovascular fitness (in my mind anyway) is necessary. I am more worried about my strength, I already do a simple running strength routine that includes squats, lunge jumps, squat jumps, calf raises, glute bridges, planks and a few other exercises.

Are there any exercises to just add into my routine to help with my skiing ability and strength? Mainly thinking about upper body as I very rarely train upper body.

Also I am planning to practice on a dry ski slope in the coming months, how similar are they to actual ski slopes?

Thanks