Amid the scorching summer, Vinh, 23, known on social media by the nickname Én Fitness, has drawn widespread attention for undertaking a cross-country cycling journey from HCM City to Hanoi.
“Only when you pack your bag, set out and immerse yourself in the experience do you realise just how vast the world is,” Vinh shared.
Hien Vinh is cyclying to Hanoi to join the celebrations marking the 80th National Day
The occasion is not only a test of physical endurance but also an opportunity to cultivate discipline and resilience.
To stay on track, he spent 20 days on a strict training regimen before departure, cycling 50 kilometres each morning. During this time, he documented his progress and shared it on social media to gather feedback from the community and seasoned trans-Vietnam cyclists.
He departed from Hiep Binh Ward in Thu Duc City on a fully serviced bicycle, covering around 100 kilometres each day.
According to Hien, he only increased his cycling time, not his speed, to maintain endurance.
He repaired his bicyle by himself
Hien Vinh followed a disciplined schedule, waking at 5 am, cycling to breakfast, riding with short breaks until lunch at 11 am, then updating his journey online and resting before continuing from 1 pm to 5 pm Evenings were spent finding lodging, washing up, having dinner at 6 pm, editing videos and resting by 9.30 pm, a routine he kept daily regardless of weather or road conditions.
He usually stayed at budget guesthouses costing about VND 200,000 a night to save money, admitting he had planned to stay with local families for a closer experience but hadn’t yet overcome his hesitation.
Along the way, Vinh gathered many warm memories. He was offered a room discount from VND 250,000 to VND 200,000. In Nghe An, he visited a care centre for war veterans who had served the nation yet still bore the deep scars of war.
The trip inspired him to share tips for cycling across Vietnam, recommend places to get essential gear, and even generate income to sustain his content creation and deliver greater value.
Hien Vinh’s journey is set to span 30 days. He had arrived in Thanh Hoa by August 11.
