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Dash For Love | 11 Mar 2012 | Alabang

2012-02-10T07:00:00.000+08:00

Here's another exciting running event happening in the south of the metro. Check out the poster for complete details. See you!

Globe Run4Home | 25 Mar 2012 | Cebu

2012-02-08T07:00:00.000+08:00

Yep! You read it right! This year's edition of Globe's Run4Home is happening in Cebu on March 25, 2012. I'm sure our running friends from the Queen City of the South are happy with the staging of this event in their home court.

CEBU!!!
woot woot!

21k Route

15k Route

Route of all distances

Registration is ongoing until Mar 16 in Ayala Center Cebu

Click here to redirect you to the Globe Run4Home site for more details.

Run United 2012 Series!!!

2012-02-05T22:07:00.000+08:00

Hello friends! Sharing to you information I got about the most exciting running series in the country: Run United 2012!

Registration for RU1 is NOW OPEN until Feb 26, 2012

Save the dates!
Woot woot for RunRio Philippine Marathon!!!

There's a 10% discount for early registrants of all races!

RU1 Singlet Design

The RU 2012 Medal Series
I want all!!!

You know the drill. I'm posting it anyway =)

RU 1 starts in BGC and ends in MOA
21k participants may opt to be shuttled from MOA to BGC
(more details on this soon)

10k starts and ends in MOA

5k starts and ends in MOA

3k starts and ends in MOA

Kids' 500m dash route in MOA

All registrants get a Singlet, Bib with Timing Chip, Riovana 10% Discount Stub,
Finisher's Bag and Drinks, Race Analysis, Free Pics,
AND THIS COOL RACE BELT!!!

Winners of FREE Condura Skyway Marathon Race Kits

2012-02-03T01:40:00.001+08:00

A.] Thank you to the RunningShield, Mr Patrick Concepcion and the reat of the Condura Skyway Marathon organizers for the 5 FREE Race Kits given through this blog.

B.] There were 14 entries that made it to the midnight (12 am) cut-off. 9 other entries were posted past 12 am.

C.] Winners were determined through randomizer.org site.

D.] And the winners are:

14 - Bas, Crisanto B

8 - Alipio, Aubrey V

11 - Razo, Willie L

1 - Gutierrez, Nino L

3 - Pacheco, Benjamin N

E.] Pls email Ms Pam Dacanay at pam[dot]dacanay[at]condura[dot]com for your fullname and race distance of choice (3k to 16k only).

F.] Congatulations to all winners!

FREE Race Kits to the Condura Skyway Marathon

2012-02-02T14:31:00.004+08:00

The Organizers of the premier running event in the country is giving away 5 FREE Race Kits (any distance from 3k to 16k) to the Condura Skyway Marathon happening on February 5, 2012.For a chance to win, make a 1-sentence commitment to protect and preserve marine life. Post your entry via the comments section of this blog using the following format:1. Full Name (Surname, Given Name, MI)2. Your 1-sentence commitmentYou have until midnight (12AM of Feb 3, 2012) to post your entry. Winners will be announced through this blog at 6AM of the same day.Good luck!

Discovery Channel's Vertical Run 10k | 12 Feb 2012 | McKinley Hill, Taguig

2012-02-02T00:06:00.000+08:00

The 1st Discovery Vertical Run was held at the E-Services Building in BGC on November 27, 2010, with the theme: RACE (Run And Climb for the Entertainment) - Take the Stairs.

This year, the Vertical Run is happening on February 12, 2012 at the Stamford Executive Residences in McKinley Hill, Taguig City.

Sharing to you details of the event below. Thanks and see you there!

Registration Fees

Cash Prizes

Grand Prize

AWESOME Finisher's Shirts

3km route

5km route

10km + Vertical Run Route

For the benefit of Earth Hour

Saucony Live in the Philippines!

2012-01-26T06:30:00.000+08:00

Yep! We don't need to call our relatives abroad, or order via the internet, for us to experience the global running shoe brand that's been raving for over a century now (yep! I just learned about their age last Friday).

Saucony was established in 1898 on the high banks of the Saucony Creek in Kutztown, Pennsylvania (so that's how they got their name). Their logo represents Saucony Creek's constant flow, with the three boulders lining the creek.

I confess that since I got hold of my first Saucony in May 2011, the Kinvara, I was converted and delighted with the feel of running strong. With much trust and confidence, I preferred the Kinvara as my tool for my tempo and fartleks. It's 4mm heel-to-toe drop propels and encourages me to land mid-foot. Its breathable and light materials felt like I'm running almost barefoot, but with the right amount of cushioning. No wonder the Kinvara won the "Best Debut" award from Runner's World.

Saucony Kinvara 2

Sharing to you their description from their Facebook page:

At Saucony, a good day is when we get to run.A great day is when we inspire someone else to run.

MISSION: At Saucony, we exist for runners. Runners inspire us, bring us new ideas, force us to be better. They drive our design and engineering. They keep us competitive. They keep us hungry. They keep us honest.

Whether it's in a conference room or out on a lunchtime run, we're constantly talking about and arguing about our sport, runners and the products that fuel them. We love our products and we run in everything we make.

This focus and passion fuels us as we strive to create the best running shoes and apparel on the planet. We leave work each day knowing we've done everything to make runners' lives just a little bit better.

We all share a common love of running. A common pride in personal bests. A common disdain for potholes and cramping. A common interest in other runners. Welcome, runners all.

Visit the following stores to experience Saucony:

Riovana - BGC and Katipunan
Runnr - BGC and Trinoma
SM Department Store - Makati and Fairview

I got mail!

2012-01-24T23:11:00.003+08:00

This welcomed me at my doorstep.

Well, hello there cutie!

Great things come in small packages

Transform!

RuNew 2012 | 26 Feb 2012 | Filinvest Alabang

2012-01-21T12:37:00.001+08:00

Running a half-marathon in the south of Metro Manila excites me. Running the distance in the usual venues like BGC-Makati, MOA-Manila, and QC somehow bores me already, and the primal instincts in me wanted to explore new territories. And the big irony of it is that I live in the south!

Very seldom do organizers arrange a half-marathon event in our area, since most runners find it inconvenient to travel down south. I find it unfair, honestly, since most of us in the south do go out of our way to be in the usual running venues.

Is proximity really an issue? In our case, travel time from our place to BGC is 30 to 45 minutes. Going to MOA is around 15 to 30 minutes, and to QC is from 45 to 60 minutes.

If a QC run (or Nuvali, Sta Rosa which is way way down south) could draw interest from the running community, I am very positive a run in Alabang could also do the same. Our routes promises breathtaking views, well paved roads, and much fresher air.

The 3rd staging of Asian Hospital and Medical Center's RuNew 2012 is happening on February 26, 2012. Race starts and ends in Filinvest Corporate City in Alabang, Muntilupa, and passes through the beautiful Ayala Alabang Village.

This event is powered by RunRio, for the benefit of Asian Hospital Charities, Inc. who selflessly share the hospital's facilities, and expertise of their doctors and staff, to the less fortunate patients.

Registration is ongoing until February 19, 2012. Please see the poster for more details.

Hope to see you here!

Time is Running: The 2012 TIMEX Run | 22 Jan 2012 | BGC

2012-01-17T23:34:00.002+08:00

Here's additional information on the upcoming 2012 TIMEX Run.

Registration is until January 18, 2012.

Piolo is celebrating his 35th birthday at the 2012 Timex Run. And they're raffling of Timex Watches and Canon Digital Cameras to the finishers.

Here's another treat: guess Piolo's bib number and win a Timex Watch. Visit www.timexwatches.com.ph for more details.

Happy Birthday Treat from Piolo and Timex.

I learned that 1st place finishers get a pair of Skechers running shoes. Carefully study and familiarize yourself with the race routes below.

Nice 5k Route

Challenging 10k Route

Rock en Roll 16k Route

View related posts here and here. See you on Sunday!

Go Natural Run Updates

2012-01-09T20:43:00.003+08:00

Registration is extended!

Until January 11 in the following sites:

Toby's (Shangri-La and SM Mall of Asia)
Planet Sports (Trinoma and Glorietta)
Athlete's Foot (Alabang Town Center and Robinsons Galleria)

Until January 13 in Riovana BGC.

Exciting prizes will be raffled off from the following sponsors:

Resorts World Manila
Air Philippines
Timex

See the singlet design here, and event details here.

See you on Sunday, January 15!

Todo Responde Run | 14 Jan 2012 | BGC

2012-01-09T20:32:00.000+08:00

No freebies, no timing chip, no singlet. Just bib number.
First three finishers in all categories will get a medal.

Grace to the Finish | 29 Jan 2012 | Ayala Alabang Village

2012-01-03T23:42:00.000+08:00

The poster pretty much says all the details about the race. And I'm sure, the route and the crowd will bring the thrill in this event. Also noteworthy is the advocacy of this race. Hope to see you there!

Welcome 2012!

2012-01-02T22:15:00.000+08:00

Happy new year! Three simple words that bring various emotions to each individual, inspiring the human spirit to hope and achieve, to progress and fulfill his dreams.

I belong to the majority that looks positively to what the new year brings. For me, this occasion is an opportunity to realize God's promise: He makes all things new (Rev 21:5 & 2 Cor 5:17).

Allow me to share to you some of the things I will try to achieve this 2012.

1. Two [2] Marathons
-Yep! I will only run 2 marathons this year. The Condura Skyway Marathon, and the Milo Marathon Eliminations.

2. Set new PRs
- Since I achieved them in 2009, I haven't set new Personal Records. The injury that I discovered in 2010 held me from speeding henceforth, for fear of aggravating my circumstance. I still have my reservations though, but this is something that I need to achieve, to rev up my metabolism.

3. More Multi-Sport Events
- I admit that I loved the idea of pushing the limit and conquering fears. The thrills I experienced in the Multi-Sport events I participated last year definitely captured my fancy, and moved me to experience more this year.

4. 160 lbs
- I need to achieve this before mid-year, and maintain until the end of the year.

Other items are too personal to share. I gotta go. I have so many things in my list to achieve. I am a man on a mission. Pray for me. Wish me luck! See you around.

Photo courtesy of Mac Atienza

Register NOW! Condura Skyway Marathon 2012

2011-12-26T21:39:00.000+08:00

Registration is NOW OPEN for the premier running event in the Philippines - the Condura Skyway Marathon 2012! Click the following for the information that you need:

Registration Sites
Race Categories and Fees
Course Information

Sharing to you the following information I got from my mailbox.

Why Mangroves? Click here

Yep! There will be waves for runners of all levels

Everybody runs the Skyway!

5k Racers will definitely need an E-Pass for PR (joke!)

Exhilarating 10k!

Awesome 16k route!

Fantastic 21k!

Rock en Roll Marathon Route!

See you at the Skyway!

My 1st Tri

2011-12-16T06:30:00.000+08:00

Best to experience for better understanding, than keep on bashing without even trying.

That's my reaction the 2nd time I encountered the funny "Ironman vs UltraRunner" debate (see video below).

And I agree with what fellow ultra-runner Atty. Haide Acuna said in her write-up that its pointless to compare the two sports for I experienced myself both worlds that are are totally different with each other.

With fellow Bedan Paul Minano
Photo courtesy of Kathy San Blas/Paul Minano

Last Saturday, Dec 10, 2011 in UPLB, I joined the Speedo National Age Group Triathlon Mini-Sprint (400m swim, 16k bike, and 3k run). It was my first tri event. The emotions I had in my other firsts were pretty much the same, only that you could feel the tension of participants as they await for their turn to have a taste of the very deep pool (I think its more than 8 feet. It has a spring board for diving competitions!) of UPLB.

With GMA News idols Cesar Apolinario and Ivan Mayrina
Photo courtesy of McCoy Lontoc

I was accompanied by fellow Bored member McCoy in my adventure. Friends Beeps and Sid were also competing in the Mini-Sprint and Sprint (800m swim, 32k bike, and 5k run), respectively. I was happy to see my college classmate Paul who's also TRIing his first.

Jittery
Photo courtesy of McCoy Lontoc

I wasn't confident swimming alongside fellow participants. I was afraid to get hit and lose my balance and panic. Many times, I stopped and secured myself holding the buoy, to allow the swim bullies take my lane. Finishing the swim leg was a like going out of hell, and it took me some time to collect myself during transition 1 (swim to bike).

See! I let all the bullies finish first before I swam
Photo courtesy of McCoy Lontoc

The bike leg was a breeze. I rode confidently despite of the open traffic and humps of UPLB campus. I was also overtaking some who were on their trail bikes.

Yebah!
Photo courtesy of McCoy Lontoc

During the run part, I knew that the best that I could pull is a 7 min/kmpace. My present frame will definitelygive me a hard time running fast. Besides, I'm an ultra-runner, and spending hours running the road is abliss for me.

Praise God!
Photo courtesy of McCoy Lontoc

Approaching the finish line, I was convinced, triathlon and distancerunning are incomparable. But there isone thing that is common in both sports: the heart to conquer oneself andfinish strong.

Recovery meal with McCoy
Photo courtesy of Keshia Fule

Jet VS Chever: The QCIM 2011 Saga

2011-12-14T07:00:00.000+08:00

Chever and I ran the half-marathon of the QCIM 2011. He initially wanted to run 42k, but he suffered a sprain in one of his runs. I also sprained my left ankle during my Bacolod trip.

So we're both on the same page! Hmmm... We could race!

Nah! In the spirit of Christmas, we agreed to a truce and resume our duel next year. Read here for the background of our challenge.

We ran side by side during the first 7 kilometers, together with fellow Bored Members Vic and Marky. I then decided to slow down a bit, especially in the uphill portions of the route.

On the way back, I was regaining my groove, and was able to join Chever some 3 kilometers to go to the finish. Good thing we're on ceasefire, otherwise, its another point for him (hahaha!)

Sprinting to the finish
Photo courtesy of Pinoy Fitness

Myself and fellow Bored members Marky, Chever and Vic, with friends James and Maui
Photo courtesy of Maui Cosca

Singlets for Go Natural Run

2011-12-12T12:00:00.000+08:00

Sharing to you the singlets prepared for Go Natural Run happening on 15 Jan 2012 in BGC.

Visit my post about Go Natural Run for more info.

10k

21k

Skechers GO Run

2011-12-11T13:27:00.001+08:00

Here's another exciting product to look forward in 2012.

Introducing the Skechers GO Run, a minimalistic lightweight running shoe (5.9 ounces) that features the revolutionary mid-foot strike technology (4mm drop) and GO Impluse sensors. It still has the SmartShoe Technology and Resalyte injection-molded compound developed by Skechers.

American elite runner and Olympic silver medalist Meb Keflezighi achieved a personal best of 2:09:13 in the 2011 ING New York City Marathon wearing a pair Skechers GO Run. Meb was a heel striker, and the shoe helped him adjust his stride to become efficient.

I have a Skechers ProSpeed SRR and am happy how it helped me with my running form. I'm looking forward to grab a Skechers GO Run next year.

Visit Skechers Philippines website or Facebook page for more information.

Is the guy behind Meb drooling with the Skechers GO Run?

And The Winners Are...

2011-11-30T20:50:00.001+08:00

Before that, allow me to thank the following for the FREE QCIM race kits given through this site: [1] Runnex - QCIM's Race Organizer, for the FREE QCIM Race Kits; and [2] Mr. Rene Villarta - for being the conduit between Runnex and the Running Bloggers.

The FREE QCIM Race Kit contest is NOW CLOSED. And the winners are:

Reyo Rasheed B. Gobway
Elmo Antonio
Claridel Guanseng
Takumi Reyes
Jenny Rose Santos
John Pilola
Ayreen Huang
Dexter Ignacio
Joshua Antonio
Mary Gold N. dela Cruz
Benedict de Jesus
Harold Esteban
Marco Christopher Montaos
Victor Viola
Aleth Reblora
Markfer Castillo
Roy L. Tan

Please claim your FREE Race Kit on Saturday, December 3, 2011, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at the 3F Bahay ng Alumni, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.

Please note that race distances and singlet sizes are subject to availability. But be assured that you have your allocation for FREE. That's more than enough to be thankful for.

Thank you very much!

FREE QCIM Race Kits!!!

2011-11-30T14:28:00.000+08:00

To my Blog and Facebook Page followers: I would like to treat you to a FREE QCIM RACE KIT, by simply leaving your fullname, birthdate, email address, contact number, race distance, and singlet size. Note that singlet size may vary depending on available supply. This is a contest. Hurry, this offer is good until my allocation runs out!

Timex Run 2012 Registration Details

2011-11-28T21:34:00.000+08:00

Are you excited to join Timex Run 2012?

If you can't wait anymore, you may visit RunRio's website NOW to register.

If you want to experience RunRio's NEW Automated Registration System, go to Riovana BGC or Katipunan starting December 5, 2011.

If you regularly hang out in Trinoma or Robinson's Galleria, you may also register in Timex Outlets located in these malls.

You have until January 4, 2011 to register in any of the above venues, or until race kits run out.

Late registration may become available until January 15, 2012 in Riovana stores.

Race Category	Fee
16k	P750
10k	P700
5k	P650

All registered participants will receive a bib with timing tag, singlet, and discount card from Timex.

Race results will be available after two (2) days in RunRio's website.

Go Natural Run | 15 Jan 2012 | BGC

2011-11-28T20:37:00.001+08:00

More road races are happening at the start of 2012, as RunRio and Nattural Quality Corporation present Go Natural Run at the Bonifacio Global City on January 15, 2012.

The poster below pretty much summarizes the details about the event, which I'm sure every road runner will definitely enjoy.

Registration is on-going until January 8, 2012, or until race kits run out. So make sure you register early with your running buddies. See you!

Run BGC Route Maps

2011-11-26T11:30:00.000+08:00

Quezon City International Marathon | 4 Dec 2011

2011-11-25T21:41:00.001+08:00

This year's edition of the Quezon City International Marathon will happen on December 4, 2011, and it offers a very exciting raffle: an SMDC condo unit!

Visit the Runnex website for more details.

When UltraRunners do MultiSport (Part 2 of 2)

2011-11-22T22:13:00.001+08:00

What once was called the "Triple A Cup" is now known as the Snails Aquathlon Pursuit (SAP). The Palms Country Club and Filinvest Alabang remains to be the playground of aquathletes of different levels.

The race featured two categories: Lite (6km run + 600m swim + 3km run) and Extra Lite (3km run + 300m swim + 3km run).

Last year's edition has the following categories: Lite (2.5km run + 400m swim + 5km run) and Extra Lite (2.5km run + 200m swim + 2.5km run).

I knew that the organizers were trying to raise the bar, and why not? So I joined again the Lite category.

November 20 was the play date of SAP, and I was surprised to see ultra friends who did the Powerade Duathlon also playing SAP. I guess we're really that ultra crazy already hahaha.

I forgot to turn off my GF305 after the Duathlon, and it got drained completely. I had no choice but to run SAP without monitors.

Quads and calves are still sore. I managed to finish the rolling 6km route with enough energy to spare for the swim leg. I didn't mind if I was the last one to enter the pool.

Photo courtesy of Endure Multisport

I enjoyed the swim part. I was confident swimming and sharing the pool lane with fellow aquathletes, rather than waiting for the pool lane to clear, and waste time.

Photo courtesy of Endure Multisport

After the swim, I took my time running/walking the last 3km route, as Chang and other SAP officials accompanied me to the finish.

It was fun doing Multisport last weekend. I knew that some of the muscles which I don't normally use in running were activated and challenged, and that these muscles will help me burn more fat in the process, which will ultimately help me improve my running performance.

I also learned to respect and admire the Multisport athletes, as I understood their sport while playing it. I pray and look forward to be blessed to play a Triathlon soon.

When UltraRunners do Multisport (Part 1 of 2)

2011-11-21T07:46:00.001+08:00

November 19 and 20 was a weekend for Multisport athletes. Together with fellow ultra-bored members, we had this crazy idea of venturing into this unknown territory and experience first hand the thrill of the Duathlon and Aquathlon. We were surprised that other ultra-runners were as crazy as we are.

Photo courtesy of Bea Hernandez

November 19 marked the 3rd leg of the Powerade Philippine Duathlon Open 2011 held in Nuvali, Sta Rosa, Laguna. This race features the standard duathlon distance of 10km run + 40km bike + 5km run. And we had no idea what it meant. We're just there for the experience.

Gun start was scheduled at 6:00 AM. Race officially started some 30 mins after.

I managed to finish the 10km run within my target time. It was a very boring to run 3 loops, but that's ok, I'm bored anyway (hehehe).

I got too excited at the start of the bike leg (another 3 loops). I thought that this will be the easy part and that I could catch up with my buds. I was confident that I knew the route already, after running it during the TBR marathon. Wrong Jet!

Photo courtesy of Endure Multisport

At the long uphill climb approaching the U-turn, I felt something in my right calf that I'm familiar only while running: CRAMPS.

I was in panic. I'm wearing my cleats, and fear that it might be late for me to disengage from the bike and lose my balance. Good thing I was able to dismount, relax and stretch a bit. I prayed for recovery and safety all throughout the race.

After the U-turn was the thrill of the speed, where we cruised some 50+ kph downhill.

I was already struggling on the 2nd loop. Cramps begin to appear on my left calf, and both quads as well. I was cruising in slow motion, trying to survive the race. I took more breaks to stretch.

On the 3rd loop approaching the rotonda (which is a short but very steep climb), all quads and calves suddenly locked. I lost my balance, and crashed. Good thing I fell on my left shoulder, and that no vehicle ran over me. Nuvali's marshal immediately assisted me towards the sidewalk.

As I went off to salvage the bike leg, my tire went flat. It was the 1st time that I experienced such. I safely pulled over and tried to figure this thing out. Fellow competitors were overtaking me. I knew that its time to surrender. I was back on the road after some 10 mins.

All leg muscles surrendered when I dismounted at the transition area. That was curtain call for me. I did not dare to run another 5km and finish the race.

It was definitely an experience and I learned I lot.

(to be continued)

McHappy Day Fun Run | 27 Nov 2011 | McKinley Hill, Taguig City

2011-11-16T07:00:00.000+08:00

Celebrate McHappy Day with a Fun Run for the benefit of the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Bright Mind Read (BMR) project.

BMR is in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd) that aims to provide beginning reading curricula and tools for grade one public school students all over the country. All proceeds from McHappy Day will be used to purchase BMR kits to reach more public schools pupils.

Race Categories:

A. 1km run for children 3 to 5 yo
*Decorate/design your bib
*Parents/guardians should submit a photocopy of the child's NSO Birth Certificate
*Registration Fee: P250

B. 3km run for children 6 to 12 yo
*Wear your best head-dress for the hat parade.
*Parents/guardians should submit a photocopy of the child's NSO Birth Certificate
*Registration Fee: P300

C. 5km run open for all ages above 3 yo
*Wear your best head-dress for the hat parade.
*Registration Fee: P400

D. 10km run open for 15 yo and above
*Registration Fee: P600

E. 3km family composed of 4 members

*Wear costumes related to each member.

*Registration Fee: P1000

Race kit includes Race Bib, Reminders with Route Map, Meal Stub (to be distributed at the venue on race day), Finisher's Shirt and Certificate.

Registration Sites:

1. McDonald's Branches

(Greenhills, El Pueblo, Piazza, Greenbelt, Alabang)

*Fri 3PM to 9PM, Sat/Sun 7AM to 9PM

2. Runnr BHS

*Mon to Sun 12PM to 9PM

3. McDonald's McHappyDay Website

Visit their official website for more details.

Flag Football [Can You Handle It?]

2011-11-14T21:14:00.001+08:00

Flag what?

Flag football??

What's that?!

It's a variation of the American Football (NFL), where defense is played by pulling a flag from the belt of the player in offense (the one who carries the football). In short, football minus the physical tackle.

Interesting? Then try Flag Football through this year's Run BGC on November 27, 2011. There are 3k and 5k events that will allow you to experience this intriguing sport.

For those who are hard core and loyal to the running sport, Run BGC offers the usual 3k, 5k, and 10k races.

Sharing to you details of the race below.

Run, Walk 'n Roll | 3 Dec 2011

2011-11-04T07:00:00.000+08:00

Here's another running event for a very good cause. Everything you need to know is in the poster. For those who are unfamiliar with Brookside Hills, it's in Cainta. Kindly click the image to enlarge.

Run, have fun, and help all at the same time.

Gusto mo ng Race Kit?

2011-11-03T19:00:00.000+08:00

Image source: www.wpclipart.com

Sinadya kong gawing Filipino-English ang post ko na ito, para siguradong maintindihan ninyo.

Talagang gusto mo ng Race Kit, huh?

Eto ang mga TAMANG paraan:

Magpa-register at magbayad - Eto ang pinaka-siguradong paraan para magkaroon ng Race Kit. Siguraduhin lang na di pa tapos ang registration period.
Sumali sa mga pa-contest ng Race Organizer - Minsan, pag ang sponsor ng Race ay maraming budget, may contest promo sila kung saan ang premyo ay Race Kit. Yep! At ang mga contest na ito ay madalas pinadadaan sa mga popular na blogs. Kaya standby lang, magdasal ng mataimtim at umasa na magkaroon ng pa-contest. Nawa'y manalo ka sana.
Maging media partner - Isa rin itong paraan para magkaroon ng Race Kit. Pero lilinawin ko lang: kapag may budget ang Race Sponsor / Organizer, may libreng Race Kit ang media partner. Pag wala kang nakuhang libreng Race Kit, makiramdam ka naman. Baka maliit lang talaga budget ng Race Organizer / Sponsor. May may Race Events akong sine-share dito na wala naman akong nakukuhang libreng Race Kit. At nagpapa-register at nagbabayad ako kung talagang gusto kong sumali.

At eto naman ang mga MALING paraan:

Gamitin/Bilin ang Race Kit ng iba - Ok, umaayon ako sa iyo na sayang naman ang Race Kit kung hindi itatakbo. Pero bukod sa hindi mo pangalan ang lalabas sa Race Results, hindi ka rin INSURED. At hindi liable ang Race Organizer sa iyo, kung sakaling may masamang mangyari sa iyo. Bakit 'ka mo? Kasi, di naman ikaw ang naka-pirma duon sa registration form.
Magpa-imbita sa Race Launch as media partner - Naman! Hintayin mo naman na maimbita ka ng Race Organizer sa launch nila. Basta, sulat ka lang ng sulat, at mapapansin din ang blog mo. At pakatandaan: may budget na mina-manage ang Race Organizers. Tsaka, hindi sigurado na laging may Race Kit ha.
Mag-BANDIT - Ganito na lang: gusto mo bang ma-gatecrash ang party mo ng mga taong di mo imbitado? Wag na wag kang tatakbo sa ruta ng isang karera na hindi ka registered, kasi, ginagamit mo pa rin ang kalsadang sinarado para sa mga registered runners.

Sana may natutunan ka sa post kong ito. Ingat at kita kits!

30th Macau Int'l Marathon | 4 Dec 2011

2011-11-01T20:52:00.000+08:00

Image source: www.macaumarathon.com

Macau. A beautiful city close to our country. A place where East meets West. A destination that promises to thrill your senses.

Experience Macau on December 4, 2011 via the 30th Macau Galaxy Entertainment International Marathon. Registration in on-going until November 25, 2011. All that you need to know about the event are posted in their official website: www.macaumarathon.com.

Bem-vindo a Macau! (Macau welcomes you!)

[MyConduraSkyway2012Chronicles] Week 2 Training Report

2011-10-31T15:22:00.000+08:00

Ok, I've been a slacker the past week. I got distracted in my training with some stuff.

Here's my scorecard:

Date	Plan	Score
Oct24 Mon	Rest	Check
Oct25 Tue	Easy Run 4k@8:23	Zero
Oct26 Wed	Rest	Check
Oct27 Thu	Tempo Run 5k@7:42	Zero
Oct28 Fri	Rest/XT	Check
Oct29 Sat	Rest/XT	Check
Oct30 Sun	Long Run 16k@8:23	35.14k@11:11

Too slow for a long run?

Well, you see, the terrain was a little something like this:

It was just TOO STEEP, you know?!

Photo courtesy of CJ Paran

Praise God I survived!

[MyConduraSkyway2012Chronicles] Week 1 Training Report

2011-10-26T20:30:00.000+08:00

Sharing to you my week 1 training progress.

Date	Plan	Score
Oct17 Mon	Rest	Check
Oct18 Tue	Easy Run 6k@8:25	6k@7:23
Oct19 Wed	Rest	Check
Oct20 Thu	Speedwork 2x1600 in 11:14	Lap1 in 9:35 \| Lap2 in 9:55
Oct21 Fri	Rest/XT	Swim 1000m
Oct22 Sat	Rest/XT	Bike 43k
Oct23 Sun	Long Run 14k@8:25	Zero

Yep! I missed my 1st long run. I was too stressed the last week, that I opted to stay in bed last Sunday morning. I felt bad. I wanted to run after I woke up, but I had so many itinerary for the day.Oh well.I should do good next week.

Run BGC | 27 Nov 2011

2011-10-25T07:26:00.003+08:00

Timex Run | 22 Jan 2012 | BGC

2011-10-23T19:00:00.000+08:00

Adidas KOTR Race Results and Discussions

2011-10-23T07:00:00.000+08:00

May I just say here (well, its my blog, so please bear with my rant) that I hate it when I ran the race very very hard in an attempt for a personal best (or follow a friend's race), then go online to check for the results, leading me to a site that says "Race Results and Discussions", only to find out that such will ONLY be posted once they become available.

May I just also write (again, its my blog, and I have every right to express my opinion here) that such practice is unacceptable. If you ask me why I'm making such a big fuss about it? Well, it may just be a "click" that I did to check, but that single "click" is priceless for people who make an earning online. And sad to say, these people are earning at the expense of others who invest their time, talent, and treasure, to learn about race information. Let me spell this out to be clear... they simply COPY - PASTE!

I think we all should know better. If we're really keen on getting the Race Results right away, then we bookmark the event's OFFICIAL WEBSITE. So that easily, we get the Race Results direct from the source of information.

Thanks for bearing with me. And see you on the road!

2nd Corregidor International Half Marathon | 10 Dec 2011

2011-10-22T13:57:00.003+08:00

The 2nd Corregidor International Marathon is scheduled on December 10, 2011. This one-of-a-kind event is set to excite 800 runners with activities, awesome sights, and history which the island naturally offers.

This year's edition features a 10k Challenge side event. Please note that only 300 slots are available.

Awesome Singlet

Check out the poster above for registration details. Sharing to you some information on the race below.

Only the OFFICIAL SLING BAG will be allowed at the Baggage Deposit Counter

Runner's Briefing

Dec 3 (Sat) and Dec 4 (Sun)
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
ROX, Bonifacio High Street

Carbo Dinner and Bonfire
Dec 9 (Fri)
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Corregidor Island Parade Grounds

Corregidor International Half Marathon
Dec 10 (Sat)
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Corregidor Island

Champions Party
Dec 10 (Sat)
7:00 PM onwards
Corregidor Island Parade Grounds

Limited Edition Jackets available for P750

Ferry and Room Reservations Procedures:

1) After completing registration for the race, immediately contact Sun Cruises at 8346857/8346858/5275555 loc 4511 or 4512 to book for your ferry trip schedules.

2) Indicate the desired trip schedule:
From Manila to Corregidor
a) Overnight – departure on Dec 9 @ 11:00am
b) Day trip – departure on Dec 10 @ 5:00am

Return from Corregidor to Manila
a) departure on Dec 10 @ 2:30pm and 5:30pm
b) departure on Dec 11 @ 2:30pm

3) If applicable, make accommodations reservation with Sun Cruises (only registered participants will be given reservations; 1 room per participant only). Pay the appropriate accommodations booking amount through the payment mode advised by Sun Cruises.

4) On Dec 3 & 4 (as advised through email and text by the organizers) at R.O.X., attend the Runners’ Briefing, pick-up the race pack, and claim the Boarding Pass and/or Accommodations Booking ticket from Sun Cruises. Ensure to bring the printout of your CIHM Race Registration Confirmation. Anyone may pick up your kit at R.O.X. during the R.O.X Runners’ Briefing from 3pm to 8pm. They may be asked for
identification and your signed authorization note.

Very Handsome 21k Finisher's Medallion
(there's also something for 10k finishers)

[MyConduraSkyway2012Chronicles] Day 1: Weight Check

2011-10-17T21:47:00.000+08:00

Some good news and bad news.

Looks like I also lose 1 cm in height hehe

Good news
I lose 2.2 kgs since April 29, 2011.

Bad news
I still need to shed off significant weight to help me gain speed.

Good news
I somehow maintained my weight after 2011 Milo Marathon Eliminations last July.

Bad news
The holidays are coming, and I must resist my cravings for food (and alcohol).

Good news
Only 16 kgs weight-loss to go and I'm already within my ideal weight range.

Bad news
What the?! 16 kgs?? At the rate that I'm going, it would take me until 2015 to reach my ideal weight.

Now That's an International Race!

2011-10-16T15:49:00.000+08:00

Yesterday, I joined some 8000 runners in Nike's We Run Manila 10k, and I'm impressed with how the race was organized. Sorry, I'm not prepared with a camera, but I will try to describe here what I saw.

The staging area was neatly organized, with different tents for Nike+ Lounge, race organizers, media, baggage, and finisher's kit redemption. Nearby are portable toilets neatly lined up.

Then there's an opening that leads you to the starting line.

Along the route were hydration stations with approximately 50m long tables, manned by neatly dressed personnel equipped with gloves and hair nets, serving cold water and sports drink.

You would also notice some photo and video professionals covering the event.

Marshals were all over, guiding and cheering all runners. Kilometer markers were also available.

Crossing the finish line, the runners were guided towards the finisher's kit redemption area, where water, sports drink, mini-poster and a letter were given.

The letter says something about the finisher's token, which is the 2Gb USB Thumb Drive. Something went wrong with the production, and that it didn't met the deadline. You can't blame them, the Asia-Pacific region was struck by a number of storms/typhoons the past few weeks. And I'm still impressed how the organizers were able to manage the production of 8000 letters neatly inserted in an envelope in such a short notice.

Then there's the concert party everyone's looking forward to.

Congratulations Nike We Run Manila team, especially to Coach Rio dela Cruz, and RunRio, Inc.

Getting Ready for Condura Skyway Marathon 2012

2011-10-14T22:49:00.000+08:00

Next week will be the start of my 16 week training program for Condura Skyway Marathon 2012. Yep! I will train for and race the Premier Running Event of the Philippines!

Image source: facebook.com/conduraskywaymarathon

The Condura Skyway Marathon event is very special for me. I ran my first 5k in 2009, when it was still known as the Condura Run. The 2010 edition was my 2nd marathon, and there I set my marathon personal record (PR) of 5:55:13. Condura Skyway Marathon 2011 was part of my training run for my 102k ultra marathon quest.

I will do my best to make next year's edition very special for me. I will discipline myself in all aspects of training: pace, distance, rest, cross-training, and diet. I will hope for a marathon PR.

I find it very fascinating for the Concepcion brothers, Ton and Patrick, to involve all runners in developing the race. The event's OFFICIAL Facebook Page, allows all followers to actively participate in the discussions, and provide inputs for every plan the organizers wish to undertake. At times, I get to receive emails and text messages about the plans of the event, and I can freely express my opinion about almost anything about it. And I value what they do. They truly kept the Condura Skyway Marathon a "run by runners for runners."

And like Ton and Patrick, I will blog my Condura 2012 journey, to report my progress, and try to draw insights from you, my dear readers, to help me achieve my goal.

Wish me luck, and see you at the Skyway on February 5, 2012!

Men's Health Urbanathlon | 13 Nov 2011 | BGC

2011-10-11T21:52:00.001+08:00

I've always wanted to be an Urbanathlete. Yep! I wanna experience the hurdles, the scaffolding maze, the 8-foot wall, and other obstacles offered by Men's Health magazine's Urbanathlon.

But I never got the chance to actually participate.

In 2009, I was afraid to join, thinking I might lose my balance and get injured. Last year was an opportunity for me to experience Urbanathlon "from the sidelines," while doing my marshal duties. And I'm so envious with the participants as they pump adrenaline in conquering every challenge along the route.

This year, Urbanathlon is scheduled on November 13, 2011 at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. This will be the 5th time Men's Health is holding its annual international signature event, that tests every athlete's speed, endurance, strength, balance, agility, and flexibility.

Sadly, I might miss this year's edition too. My fitness and training goals in the coming weeks may not permit me to finally myself an Urbanathlete.

Nevertheless, allow me to share the details of the race below:

Nike We Run Manila 10k Race Kit Release

2011-10-06T23:01:00.000+08:00

Sharing to you the Nike We Run Manila 10k Race Kit details below:

Date: October 11 (Tuesday) to 13 (Thursday)
Time: 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Venue: In front of Nike Park-Bonifacio High Street, BGC, Taguig City

Bring your ID and email confirmation slip for reference of Nike Team in releasing your race kit. You may also send a representative to claim your kit. Just make sure your representative has your letter of authorization along with a photocopy of your ID and email confirmation slip.

Read related posts here and here.

Livestrong Day Ph

2011-10-05T22:57:00.001+08:00

Last Sunday, I joined Livestrong Day Ph 20k critical mass ride. It was my first time to join a riding event.

The organizers had trouble with the registration and race kit distribution system. I don't wanna dwell on that here. I almost got frustrated, and forget about joining, if not for my friends who also wanted to experience the event.

Fellow Bored Members arrived in BGC at 4AM, to claim our kits, and set-up our cars for our Singlet Donation Project.

We also watched another Bored Member, Edwin Rara, race the 30k criterium.

Our 20k critical mass ride started around 9:30AM, and took us 2 hours to finish the route.

Now I know how it feels to ride with a crowd... I get to practice my balance at almost stationary... and mood was festive!

I'm looking forward to the next Tour of the Fireflies.

TBX Riders
Gab, Topher, Rej, myself, and Joy
Photo courtesy of Rod Apolinario

Team Allied Bank
Gab, myself, Fol, Dan, and Rommel
Photo courtesy of Fol Rana

Start of the ride
Photo courtesy of Rod Apolinario

A small token to Live Strong

Hey! I'm in MultiSport!!!

2011-10-03T22:26:00.000+08:00

September 2011 Cover
(hmmm... Where's my copy? Last one I received was July 2011 issue)
Image Source: MultiSport Philippines Facebook Page

Last August 12, MultiSport Philippines posted in Facebook this question:

9 Comments!

And my reply, got published!

My closest ever to land in a magazine!
Photo courtesy of Rod Apolinario

Run United 3 In-Store Registration OFFICIAL Announcement of Postponement

2011-10-02T17:56:00.000+08:00

Sharing to you RunRio's OFFICIAL announcement on the POSTPONEMENT of IN-STORE REGISTRATION of Run United 3:

Dear Runners,

Due to the unfavorable conditions that the recent Typhoon Pedring brought to the country, the scheduled delivery and receipt of the official RunRio Trilogy Leg 3: Run United 3 2011 singlets were not met. Due to this delay, RunRio decided to move the In-Store Registration to October 7, Friday to ensure that runners will be able to bring with them a complete race kit upon registration.

Online Registration on the other hand, will still open as scheduled on Monday, October 3, 2011.

Thank you very much for your kind understanding. We look forward to your participation in the upcoming Run United 3 2011.

Warm Regards,

The Runrio Team

Please click here for my original post about RU3.

Run United 3 | 13 Nov 2011 | MOA

2011-09-28T23:39:00.000+08:00

R U ready?!!!

Unilab Active Health presents Run United 3 (RU3) - RunRio Trilogy 2011 Leg 3 happening on November 13, 2011 at the SM Mall of Asia complex in Pasay City.

RU3 features several race distances for runners of all levels: 500m (for kids 5 to 12 years old only), 3k, 5k, 10k, 15k (yes, RunRio listens!), 21k, and 32k (for all marathon trainees out there!).

Assembly and gun time will be announced soon. But for now, here's what I got about the race:

For more information, please visit RunRio's website. See you in RU3!

Nota Bene: Ooops, I think I overdid the watermarking of the images. Sorry about that, but I'm pretty sure you could still appreciate the content/message of each image. I'm just making sure no one simply copies the information I share, and end up to be simply pasted in another site. I invested my time, talent, and treasure to share this valuable information to you, my dear readers. Thank you for your understanding.

Team Boring's Donate Your Unused Singlet Project

2011-09-27T22:45:00.000+08:00

Let's give those unused singlets in your drawers some good use. Team Boring will collect all unused (but still decent please) singlets for donation to our calamity-stricken brethren.

Kindly place them neatly in a bag for easy handling.

We will announce here where we will collect your donation.

1st leg will be on Sunday, October 2, 2011, after the Livestrong Day Race in BGC.

Please look for our vehicles with Team Boring Banner (Orange or White) parked in the Fort Strip Parking Area (26th Street cor 7th Avenue) near Fitness First and NBC Tent.

Thank you very much for your kindness!

The 500 Smile Run | 6 Nov 2011 | Rizal Park, Manila

2011-09-27T07:00:00.000+08:00

May I invite you to be part of a life changing reconstructive surgery to at least 1,500 Filipino children who suffer cleft lip, cleft palate, and other facial deformities, by joining the Operation Smile's "The 500 Smile Run" on November 6, 2011 in Rizal Park, Manila (November 27, 2011 in Rizal Park, Davao).

Operation Smile is a private, not-for-profit volunteer medical services organization and worldwide children's medical charity headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia. It was founded by Dr. William P. Magee, Jr., a plastic surgeon, and wife, Kathleen, a nurse and clinical social worker, in 1982 after a medical mission in Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines.

At present, Operation Smile conducts surgical missions in over 60 countries.

Operation Smile believes that when you create smiles, you change lives, and you heal humanity. The impact of facial deformity on a child is not merely physical. Children with cleft deformities also experience psychological and sociological implications. Their families are also affected.

Operation Smile Philippines is holding office at the 19th Floor of UCPB Corporate Offices Building, Makati Avenue, Makati City. They may be reached through telephone [02] 8119740 or fax [02] 8119739.

Visit their website for more information about Operation Smile.

Sharing to you details of the race below. Hope to you see you on the race, and help change a child's life.

Nike We Run Manila 10k UPDATE!

2011-09-25T13:42:00.000+08:00

Men's Tee (bib number printed on the bottom left)

Ladies' Tee

Your Race Kit includes this cool Water Bottle

Make sure you FINISH the race to get this cool 2Gb USB Thumb Drive

Study the route to get that cool Finisher's USB Thumb Drive
Image courtesy of kulitrunner.wordpress.com

For more information, read my post here.

Jet VS Chever

2011-09-22T23:42:00.000+08:00

Meet Chever Eklavu (Roy Tan, MD), Team Boring's resident anesthesiologist (naks! like we need one hehehe).

We belong to Team Boring's back pack. We simply aim to finish within cut-off. But if shit happens, we push ourselves to finish the course even beyond cut-off.

Chever and I jokingly challenge each other every race. But we never took the challenge seriously until this year's Milo Marathon.

I was confident I will beat him. He knew that I joined Milo-APEX Running School, and he was talking trash while doing his secret training with Mr. Miyagi.

But Chever had a great run, and beat my ass big time.

Last Sep 17, I missed running T2N 50k. Work stress finally took a toll on me, that I fell in very deep slumber and failed to hear my screaming alarm.

Good thing I was blessed to join Run Rizal last Sep 18. I learned Chever was running 16k, and in an instant, our friendly running competition grew into an epic battle of slow runners who want to improve and belong to the mid pack someday.

He did his usual thing while we wait for the gun start: psyche me up with either trash talk or convince me he had less training/mileage.

Chever was doing fine in the 1st 2 kilometers. In fact, I was having a hard time to catch up with his pace, that I held off with the idea and focused instead on my comfortable fast pace.

Approaching kilometer 3, I observed that he was slowing down. We were exchanging leads from thereon, until kilometer 5 where I finally got the groove and pushed a bit. I last saw Chever at the turn-around point in Coastal Mall.

My lead grew and grew that I got bored approaching kilometer 10. I walked most of the remainder of the course, in a gutsy attempt to irate Chever, up the tempo, and race to the finish. But that didn't happen.

I finished ahead of Chever with a 16k PR of 1:56:43 (official).

Race Category	Jet	Chever
Marathon	0	1
21k	0	0
16k	1	0
10k	0	0
5k	0	0
3k	0	0

Skechers ProSpeed SRR

2011-09-20T22:04:00.000+08:00

Last Friday, 16 Sep 2011, I graced the launch of Skechers ProSpeed SRR in Market! Market!

Lightweight. Explosive. Efficient. 3 qualities every runner looks for in a shoe. 3 qualities Skechers Fitness Group promises to deliver.

The following are the features of the ProSpeed taken from the product booklet:

SmartShoe Technology guides a runners body into a position that transforms the energy of impact into elastic (reusable) energy. It's the key to efficient running.
The Kinetic Return System combines the strength and flexibility of DuPont Hytrel material with the efficiency of an elliptical shape to deflect and convert impact forces and elastic energy into forward motion.
The ProSpeed outsole is constructed with ultra-lightweight and soft Resalyte -- a proprietary injection-molded compound with memory retention for a supported, comfortable ride. Resalyte helps absorb G-forces at ground contact to reduce impact when running. This means the ProSpeed runner can focus energy and power on achieving his or her speed potential.

I won this via raffle! woot woot!

Skechers Philippines also introduced their fitness spokesperson - Ms. Chinggay Andrada, a certified professional fitness expert and one of the trainers of Biggest Loser Philippines.

Photo courtesy of Rene Villarta aka JazzRunner

I took the ProSpeed for a spin last Saturday, 17 Sep 2011. I normally land midfoot with occasional heel striking. I intentionally ran the ProSpeed landing on the heel area and I was amazed on how the rocker-bottom guided my feet to land on the midfoot area instead. I tried to walk (I'm an ultra-runner, you know), and still, my heels never touched the ground!

No trace of heel strike?! Unbelievable but true!

I look forward to running (and walking) long distances with Skechers ProSpeed SRR.

Thanks Skechers Philippines for the invite and for the shoes!

I now leave you with this TVC featuring one of my crushes, Brooke Burke!

Adobo Run After Dark | 29 Oct 2011 | Aseana, Pasay City

2011-09-09T08:00:00.000+08:00

I missed this race last year. I will definitely run this year's edition. See you there!

Ehem!

2011-09-07T07:00:00.000+08:00

Nike We Run Manila 10k | 15 Oct 2011 | BGC

2011-09-05T23:07:00.000+08:00

Manila. It's YOUR city. RUN it.Manila... REPRESENT! We are now part of Nike's Annual Global Running Program!

This race is so special that NO RACE BIBS will be issued. Instead, RACE NUMBERS ARE PRINTED ON THE SHIRT!

Plus: NEW 10k Route!

Just so that I won't miss a single detail of this very exciting event, allow me to simply post Nike's Press Release below.

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Nike We Run Manila 10K Set in October
Run Offers Runners the Platform to Connect, Inspire, Share and Motivate Others to Own the Sport of Running

Manila, September 2011 – Witness the fusion of running, music and Manila's night urbanscape come to life as Nike Philippines launches We Run Manila 10K. We Run Manila 10k pays homage to runners and aims to connect Manila’s running community even further by celebrating the concept of We Run – where runners connect, motivate and inspire each other. Furthermore, We Run Manila 10K takes pride by being the first-of-its-kind run that invites Filipino runners to gather and celebrate their love for the sport, music and the country.

“If you have a body, you are an athlete,” Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman, defining how he viewed the endless possibilities for human potential. In the same tone, we pay tribute to our runners who routinely push themselves and motivate others to achieve that extra step, pace or mile and ultimately be the best runner they can be.

The race is part of the Nike We Run City 10k races happening in multiple cities such as Seoul (South Korea), Monterrey (Mexico) and Santiago (Chile) that promises a unique run experience combining running and music. The 8,000 runners from Manila will be part of the 150,000 runners from cities across continents to run in this year’s Nike We Run City 10k runs. Manila is the 3rd city in Southeast Asia and one of the 15 cities around the world participating in the Nike City 10k races from now until the end of the year.

This night run will happen on October 15 and will take the runners traversing the heart of the city’s rising business and lifestyle district – Fort Bonifacio Global City in Taguig. At the end of the race the runners will be treated with performances by Chicosci, Parokya ni Edgar.

“With Nike’s very first 10k run in Manila, we want to harness the energy of runners and celebrate their individual and cumulative achievements and motivations as we usher in a new season of running,” shared Nike Philippines Marketing Manager Mae Dichupa. “We all have experienced coming to that point in our run when that extra step or mile is a little harder but we feel that adrenaline kick in when we visually register another runner keep pace or pass us on our running route and once conquered, we feel better motivated and more in tuned with ourselves and other runners. We Run Manila 10k is all about just that – it’s the best avenue for runners to relinquish their love for the sport and place it a notch higher by appreciating it against the vibrant culture of urban Manila.”

The registration for Nike We Run Manila 10k race will commence on September 5 (Monday) at Nike Park Fort, RunnR Bonifacio High Street and Shangri-la Plaza, online through Nike Running PH Facebook page and in select universities. Registration fees and categories as follows:

Age	Entry for 1 Person	Entry for 2 People
Under 25 yrs old	PhP 750.00	PhP 1,300.00
25 yrs old & above	PhP 1,000.00	PhP 1,300.00

A special discount for registered runners will also be available at select Nike stores.

Categories:
Individual

Women's Under 25 - For women aged 24 years and below on the race day
Men's Under 25 - For men age 24 years and below on the race day
Women's Open - Open to women of all ages
Men's Open - Open to men of all ages

School Challenge
When registering for the race, you can choose to run for your school by selecting the appropriate category which your school is classified under and then selecting your school from the drop down list in the online registration form.

The school in each category that has the most number of registered runners completing the Nike WE RUN MANILA 10K race will win.

Run Buddy Run Nike+ Challenge

In the spirit of WE RUN, Nike will launch the Run Buddy Run Nike+ Challenge to celebrate the motivational aspect of running with a buddy! Running has long been referred to as a personal endeavour, but despite the individual nature of the sport, running is an intensely communal pursuit too. The Run Buddy Run Nike+ Challenge takes on the idea of run clubs, training groups and community to broaden the appeal of physical running into the virtual world. Driven through Nike Running Philippines Facebook page and the Nike+ platform, the challenge will see pairs of run buddies race it out to win a VIP Race Day Experience at the We Run Manila 10K, and other Nike prizes. To join Run Buddy Run Nike+ Challenge:

Visit Nike Running Philippines Facebook page and check out the WE RUN MANILA 10K tab.
Click on RUN BUDDY RUN and sign up with your run buddy.
Once you’ve joined the challenge with your run buddy, lace up your running shoes and hit the road!
Sync your KMs to Nike+ and follow the daily leader board updates on the Nike Running Philippines Facebook page.

Join us at the Nike We Run Manila 10K race to run for yourselves, for buddies, for fitness and for fun and when it’s all done, join us at the Race Village for a host of music and entertainment to celebrate being a runner.
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Here's a tip: register with a friend! It will only cost you and your friend Php 650 each!

For more information, check out their FAQs, visit their Facebook page or follow them on twitter via @NikePH.

EXTENDED REGISTRATION! CamSur Marathon 2011

2011-09-02T17:00:00.000+08:00

The organizers of Summit CamSur Marathon 2011 are pleased to announce the extension of registration, details as follows:

Manila Registration (ROX and RUNNR Stores in BHS) – extended until September 18, 2011
CamSur Registration – extended until September 22, 2011
ONLINE Registration – will be re-opened and extended until September 18, 2011

IMPORTANT: Race kits may be claimed at the CamSur Marathon Race Kit Claiming Area in CWC, CamSur from September 22 to 24 for those who will register via the Manila Registration Sites (ROX and RUNNR) and via ONLINE from September 12 to 18.

For more information, read my previous post and their official website.

My Mizuno Wave Prophecy Experience

2011-09-01T07:00:00.003+08:00

Sharing to you my Mizuno Wave Prophecy experience. Read my first post to learn more about the shoe.

August 2 | 6:31 PM
Recovery Run | BGC | Drizzles
2.5 kms | 18:21
Right calf still tight but everything was surprisingly OK

August 4 | 7:13 PM
Effort at 85% | BGC
5k | 34:17
The ride was sweet. The roll was smooth during my occasional heel strike.

August 7 | 5:00 AM
Long Run | BGC | Drizzles
21 kms | 2:52:59
Great that I'm blessed to join NBA Fit AIR21 Run and run 21k. It was drizzling at the start, and the roads were all wet.

Coming from last Sunday's Milo Marathon, I have no goal but to simply have my recovery long run. During the run, I was trying to feel my legs for signs of cramp, but was surprised that everything went well all throughout the race. I knew that I could finish way much earlier, but I conserved as planned.

Oh by the way, I had blisters at the start, from yesterday's barefoot run of the Bald Runner. I think the Prophecy did everything possible for me to finish and enjoy my recovery long run today.

August 11 | 7:00 PM
Easy Run | MOA
6.11 kms | 45:00
I was accelerating in some parts of the route and the Prophecy was responding well.

August 14 | 5:00 AM
Easy Run | CamSur
5.2 kms | 41:23
Ironman 70.3 Weekend. While packing my stuff, it was a no-brainer that I will bring along my Mizuno Wave Prophecy.

TBX crew ran from Spring Valley Resort to CWC. I enjoyed the sweet and short ride, especially during the occasional ascends and descends.

August 21 | 5:09 AM
Long Run | BGC
21 kms | 2:48:25
Everything as superb as the 1st long run last Aug 7. I had to slow down though in some parts of the course due to nagging cramps on my left calf.

Photo courtesy of A Runner's Circle Manila

In summary, all that the Mizuno Wave Prophecy promised was fulfilled during my runs. I had nothing but raves for the shoe, and am always looking forward to the next run.

I'm still working out on my schedule for a marathon or an ultra with the Prophecy. I will definitely share with you how the Prophecy will fare in very long runs.

For the meantime, I will leave you with this cool videos from other runners who also experienced and loved the Prophecy.

Runner: George H

Runner: Ryan K

Runner: Ryan G

Let's Ride!

2011-08-30T17:29:00.000+08:00

Sharing to you my new toy:

RIDE #1: [47k] Home-Daang Hari-Daang Reyna (loops)-Daang Hari-Home

July 23. I was able to capture the ride through my GF305.

Edwin and Joy invited me to ride in Daang Reyna. Joy was then training for Ironman 70.3 TBX Relay Team.

I commuted from my place going to Daang Reyna. The ride was a bit bumpy inside our subdivision, due to the uneven roads. It was a bliss when I reached Daang Hari. The road was perfect for a ride.

Daang Reyna was a haven for riders. There's a hub where you could park your bike to grab some refreshments and buy some riding gears.

RIDE #2: [50k] Valenzuela-Plaridel-Malolos-Valenzuela

August 28. Together with Topher and Edwin, plan was to ride to Malolos RAIN OR SHINE. Typhoon Mina was already exiting the country, and the sun kissed us at lunch time. But still, the rains caught us several times along the route. Marilao was under water and we had no choice but to pass through ankle deep flood even if we take a detour.

Some roads were a bit rough, causing Topher's Garmin 305 to disintegrate at the first part of the ride, Edwin's rear tire to run flat on our way back, and my Camelback podium chill bottle to eject from my Profile Design seat post bottle cage.

I also got lost, thus the Plaridel route. I missed the turn in Guiguinto, and was blessed to avoid 3 near accidents while looking for my company.

I was only able to approximate the distance through mapmyrun[dot]com. we were not able to time our ride.

It was an awesome ride, nevertheless. Can't wait for the next one.

My CamSur Raves

2011-08-22T07:00:00.003+08:00

Our TBX Ironman Weekend was my second time in CamSur. Aside from the triathlon agenda, I also looked forward to experience anew the food and services of the following establishments:

Image Source: www.openrice.com

The first time I experienced Graceland was in Naga's Centro. They offer the best local dishes like Bicol Express and Pinangat. When we went there last weekend, the Centro outlet was closed for renovation. Good thing they already have a branch in SM Naga.

Image Source: www.felicitousgalaera.blogspot.com

Bigg's Diner is a local 1950's inspired restaurant. You would notice pictures of Elvis Presley, the Beatles, and other icons, as well as some 'gadgets' of the era. I love their baby back ribs!

Image Source: www.openrice.com

Geewan is pretty much like Graceland. I equally love their Bicol Express and Pinangat.

Image Source: www.skyscrapercity.com

I was able to first experience CamSur because of SM. I went there in 2009 for a work assignment. If you want to experience the above restaurants all in a day, just simply go to SM City Naga and feast to your palate's delight.

Image Source: www.cwcwake.com

Last weekend my first time in CWC, and our agenda and schedule was too hectic to allow me to go cable skiing. The sights here were awesome, and I will make sure that next time I will ride and get thrilled by their adventure.

On September 25, 2011, I will have another opportunity to experience all these via CamSur Marathon 2011. I can't wait!

How about you? Are you ready for CamSur? Registration is still on-going.

Check out my previous post for more information. Visit the CamSur Marathon website for more details.

TBX Ironman Weekend

2011-08-20T13:32:00.001+08:00

August 13-14, 2011 marked another milestone for my team, Team Boring, as we heed to the call of another challenge to master one's self and become healthier, stronger, and better individuals.

Sometime last year, Rej Santos told the team his intention to become a triathlete. We took it lightly and thought that he's just getting hyper again (he's diabetic, you know?!). He's always like that every time we finish an ultra race. But when we saw the picture of his time trial bike posted on Facebook last April 1, we knew that he's on his way to achieve greatness.

Boring ladies Ronnie Provido, Joy Vargas, and Cindy Sevilla surprised the team by registering themselves in this year's Ironman 70.3 Philippines as a relay team. The Boring men got chicked. Some have already participated in a few community-organized aquathlons, and yet no one thought of creating 70.3 relay team. Perhaps, its time for the men to play crew to our dear ladies who are painstakingly supporting us for hours during ultra races.

Sharing to you pictures I took and my updates in Team Boring's Facebook page.

August 13 at 5:26pm: crew nag-warm mula springvalley to cwc. (di naman 2k yun ah)

Boring people in unfamiliar territory

Even before the competition began, he's our Ironman!

Reverse Tri?
Cindy (run), Joy (bike), and Ronnie (swim)

TBX Atheletes

TBX Athletes and Crew

At the big lake

TBC Athletes and their course

August 13 at 6:53pm: crew nagsha-shopping muna sa SM ng pang TUBATELS hehehe

Supplies?

August 13 at 8:40pm: THE WHO? > 'Di ko gusto ang lasa ng Pocari pero love ko ang Tanduay Ice."

August 13 at 9:06pm: THE WHO? > 'Mayaman ako papuntang Bicol. Bakit parang sabi ng wallet ko di na ako makakauwi??'

Putok batok face-off:
Veggie Version vs The Real Thing!

August 13 at 9:57pm: DA HU? > 'Ang galing mag-English ni Fred Uytengsu... Kukunin ko syang Ninong!'

August 14 at 4:26am: TBX Ironman Update: papunta na ang mga atletang bagot sa sidobolyusi.

August 14 at 4:29am: TBX Ironman Update: crew still playing tong-its.

Tong-its muna hehehe

August 14 at 4:59am: TBX Ironman Update: crew mapa-fun run muna papunta sidobolyusi.

Wave 1 is for the Pros

Joy and Cindy are all smiles as Ronnie and Rej are in the swim area

Media Choppers (Real and Radio-Controlled)

There goes the Pros

Succeeding waves are for the age-groupers

Cindy ala Macaulay Culkin

Mari Javier transferring from the big lake to the small lake

Anthony Pangilinan

Rej

Lia Manuel

Rico Villanueva

Ronnie

Senator Pia Cayetano finishing the swim leg
(She blogged her "race" with Chang Hitalia)

Ge Cinco

Celma 'Chang' Hitalia

BDM 160k Champion Wilnar Iglesia

Ronnie

Rico Villanueva

August 14 at 7:45am: TBX Ironman Update: Rej and Rania already done with (swim) leg. Rej and Joy now riding...

Ronnie and Lia joining Cindy and Keshia Fule at the Transition Area

August 14 at 7:55am: TBX Ironman Weather Update: Cloudy with some drizzles (perfect for TUBATELS hehehehe)

August 14 at 8:35am: TBX Ironman Update: Pete Jacobs still leading the ride with Jesse Thomas following after 5mins. Amanda Stevens leads the femal division. Neil Catiil is Filipino #1. Master Cindy doing her stretch while waiting with fellow relay elites.

August 14 at 8:37am: TBX Triathlon Lingo: Rice Cooker now Rice Porridge (lugaw daw yun)

August 14 at 8:51am: TBX Ironman Update: Pete Jacobs now running!

August 14 at 10:11am: TBX Ironman Update: waiting for Rej and Joy at the transition area...

Michelle Estuar finishing the bike leg

There goes Chang

Rej coming out of the transition area

August 14 at 10:33am: TBX Ironman Update: Rej now running!

Ge Cinco

Luis Arcanghel

I don't know him. But he inspired me to consider 70.3 soon.

At this point, all of us are all worried with Joy. During her training, her left elbow and arm got injured when she fell off her bike. She took the back seat for a while to rest and quickly recover for the 70.3 relay. We did not expect for the hard rains to pour during the bike leg. The roads will be slippery, and the rains would definitely bother Joy. All that we wanted at that time is for her to safely arrive at the transition area. Nothing more, nothing less.

Yep, our relay team got swept when Joy checked-in. According to the rules, the bike leg should be finished in 4 hours. Joy timed herself and finished in 3 hours and 56 minutes. We did not bother to file a protest. Joy safely finished the bike leg, she won it for the team, and that's all that matters.

August 14 at 11:41am: TBX Ironman Update: bike gate closed as Joy checked-in. TBX relay team will kick ass next year. Meanwhile, Rej is on his way to become Ironman!

Fernando Zobel de Ayala finishing 70.3

Emil Ancheta

Chang

Sen. Pia

James Dulalia

Rej

August 14 at 1:01pm: TBX Ironman Update: Rej Santos is Ironman! (clap clap clap)

Rej Santos... YOU ARE IRONMAN!

August 14 at 3:11pm: TBX Ironman Update: From now on, no more TUBATELS! Level up na!!! TRIBATELS NAAAA! woot woot

Congratulations to all finishers!

Barefoot Running

2011-08-08T21:26:00.000+08:00

Honestly, I am intrigued with so many runners advocating barefoot running. I am awed by their guts to run WITHOUT any protection on their soles. And I can't help but think how does it feel? I'm guessing with my oversensitive soles that I'll be suffering from blisters a few kilometers after.

Last Saturday was an opportunity for me to experience running barefoot, thanks to the ever innovating Sir Jovie Narcise aka Bald Runner. Familiar faces graced the late afternoon event at the Grandstand and Parade Ground of the Philippine Army in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City.

With my compadre, Doc Topher Montaos
Photo courtesy of Barefoot Running Philippines

It was such a bliss at the start, running through paved asphalt and concrete. We were like kids who were careless playing without shoes or slippers. But when we reached the outer part of the Grandstand, the uneven asphalt felt like running through rock salt or monggo (that's mung beans for my foreign friends).

The 3.2km of mixed fun and agony was finally over after 28:28 minutes. Many suffered from blisters. And as expected, I got small blisters on the balls of my feet.

My congratulations again to the Bald Runner! Click here for official results.

I almost QUIT - My Milo Marathon 2011 Story

2011-08-05T07:00:00.006+08:00

Yep! When I reached Seaside Boulevard from CCP, I almost tear my bib, quit, and walked going to my car. But two fellows (sorry I didn't get your names) who were with me at the battle encouraged me to carry on. After all, they told me what's a couple of kilometers to complete a marathon day.

So what happened? It was a rainy early Sunday morning. We arrived in MOA an hour earlier to secure parking, and do our last minute marathon preparations. We met our fellow teammates in Team Boring and wished each other the best of luck. It was also during this time that I was having problems getting a GPS signal.

Team Boring and Friends
Photo courtesy of Rod Apolinario

We then braved the rains to proceed to the starting pen. We were all wet. I was already bothered with my socks, and was afraid of the blisters to which my feet are perennial of getting at the slightest moisture. I refocused and prayed while waiting for the gun start, and hoped nothing but to finish within the cut-off. I psyched myself, very confident that I can make it. I repeated told myself "the usual run-walk will do the trick."

When the gun went off, we ran like kids playing in the rain. Was able to meet more friends along way, and exchanged good lucks.

Everything went well at the beginning, except for my Garmin, which after some 1.7kms (approximately 12 mins), I realized that it needs some resetting (talk about pre-marathon jitters hahaha). I was feeling good with the rain kissing me and limited my walk breaks at water stations.

After the Buendia flyover, I felt cold and took a leak and knew that I'll be dehydrated soon. I soon replenished with "PoweRain" (Powerade with rain water).

Reaching Baclaran, I suddenly felt a familiar cramp on my left calf. It was more of walking this time than running. Approaching Buendia, I was greeted and cheered by dear friends. Just a few meters after, it was my right calf's turn to experience the nasty cramp. I knew I'll be in trouble soon.

Going to Buendia
Photo courtesy of Jojo Pauly

I made the long stretch of Buendia a leaking haven. It was so cold that I couldn't help but pause from time to time to relieve my bladder. I reached Km 21 before 7 AM. It was more of a mind game at that time. I resolved to keep moving forward no matter what.

Some of my friends were already heading to the finish when I reached Kalayaan flyover. I was so happy with their run, and was inspired to carry on.

Somewhere along Rizal Avenue in BGC
Photo courtesy of BroJ

After my Lawton turn-around, I noticed that there were only a few runners behind me. Honestly, I panicked and felt the need to take a number 2. McDonald's Forbes Town was a blessing.

The sun shone mightily before I revert to Kalayaan flyover. The hydration stations were already packing up. I felt I was forsaken and asked for the rains.

I reached Km 32 two minutes before the cut-off time of 9AM. I knew that there was no way I could finish the last 10 kms in 1 hour. I haven't done a 10k sub-60! Some vans and motorcycle marshals were already sweeping other runners, and asked me several times if I could keep up. I just told them that I'm OK and ran and kept moving forward.

At Buendia-Osmena, the hydration station is all set to go. I HAVE TO BEG THE LADY FOR A BOTTLE OF POWERADE TO KEEP ME GOING.

Reaching Taft Avenue, I was already pissed and stopped running and kept on walking. I was already flirting with failure, and just wanted to go home. Reaching Roxas Boulevard, I was guided by the marshals to the CCP area. I saw fellow runners in front and behind me who are no longer running, simply walking like me.

At the Aliw Theater, a man at the hydration station gave me two glasses of ice cold water. It was an awesome relief for a tired and battered runner. I said "thank you" and heard him say "your welcome." A very simple gesture worth mentioning.

I tried to run for my cheering friends, but just can't
Photo courtesy of Carlo Serrano

And the walk continued to the finish. My Garmin was already dead when I reached EDSA. At the homestretch, it was a bliss seeing my friends who were cheering for me like I were a champ.

It was a Milo Marathon PR for me!
Photo courtesy of Rod Apolinario

I'm so thankful for the 2 dudes who encouraged me to finish. Finally, I have a Milo Medal. That's all that matters to me now.

The Prophecy has been fulfilled!

2011-08-03T07:00:00.017+08:00

Sometime last year, I got an email from Mizuno Philippines inviting me to experience their most advanced and most dynamic cushioning shoe ever.

I waited and almost forgot about it.

But last Friday, July 29, 2011, the Prophecy has been fulfilled!

Here are some information I gathered from the official website of the Mizuno Wave Prophecy.

The Prophecy's unique design matches the natural spring rate of a runner's muscles and tendons

Full-length wave infinity plates adjusts to a runner's stride, whether heel, mid-foot, or forefoot

The Prophecy represents the result of more than 7 years of intense research and development

The Prophecy is gender-engineered to fit the unique needs of male and female runners

Here's a very cool video about the Mizuno Wave Prophecy.

The Mizuno Wave Prophecy is now available in all Mizuno stores.

Wait for my future posts as I share my running experience with the Mizuno Wave Prophecy.

Visit www.mizunoprophecy.com for more information.

CamSur Marathon | 25 Sep 2011 | CWC

2011-08-01T07:00:00.002+08:00

Get ready for this year's edition of the CamSur Marathon on September 25, 2011 at the CamSur Watersports Complex.

CamSur Marathon is an accredited race of the Association of International Marathons and Distances Races (AIMS) which could qualify you to the prestigious Boston Marathon. The course was certified by the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF).

True to its advocacy of a green Philippines, the provincial government of Camarines Sur, headed by Governor LRay Villafuerte will plant 10 trees for every running participant.

Cash prizes are up for grabs for the fastest Male and Female runners from the country and the rest of the world.

Visit the CamSur Marathon website for more information.

NBA Fit AIR21 Run | 7 Aug 2011 | BGC

2011-07-30T15:51:00.000+08:00

NBA Fit is a comprehensive health and wellness program of the National Basketball Association (NBA), in response to the growing problem of childhood obesity due to unhealthy sedentary lifestyle. NBA Fit encourages physical activity and healthy living for children and families through various programs, events, products, and promotional opportunities.

Following the success of last year's inaugural event, NBA Fit returns to the Philippines from July 25 to August 7, 2011, to conduct the following activities:

NBA Fit Clinics - an interactive health seminar held in various schools and malls, that focuses on three keys to a healthier lifestyle: [1] regular physical activity; [2] better daily nutrition; and [3] smart personal health choices.
NBA Fit Development Camp - a basketball training camp headed by Miami Heat's Filipino-American Head Coach Erick Spoelstra for the Energen Philippine Under-16 National Team.
Celebrity NBA Fit Challenge - sports and entertainment celebrities will form 4 teams to compete in the NBA Fit Challenge.
NBA Fit AIR 21 Run - the culminating event to be participated by 6,000 runners.

Race Category	Fee	Gun Start
21k	P600	5:00 AM
10k	P500	5:20 AM
5k	P500	5:40 AM
3k	P400	5:50 AM

For more information, visit the RunRio and NBA Fit websites.

Am I ready for the 35th Milo Marathon Eliminations?

2011-07-23T19:02:00.000+08:00

Now that the Milo-APEX Running School season is over, I can't help but try to assess my readiness for the upcoming 35th National Milo Marathon Eliminations next Sunday, July 31, 2011.

To be honest, I still feel some jitters. Though my only goal is to finish within the cut-off time of 6 hours, I still feel that I'm not that prepared enough to conquer myself and Milo.

Last year's experience was hell for me. I got injured after covering the first half, and walked all the way to the finish. 7 freaking hours to console myself of the hard training I poured in, to realize a 5 hour marathon dream. I didn't mind the looping route. I was aware of the possible hydration problem at the end of the stretch. I was confident than I can pull it through. My friends will back me up, and they did.

And the woes did not end there. I struggled in the succeeding races, as my injury worsened and injured other muscle groups. It took me some time to bounce back.

And so many other stuff happened that changed my circumstance. Good thing my drive to run is still there. And there are a lot of opportunities that came my way, to set my eyes on that Milo Marathon Dream.

Milo-APEX Running School - The coaching team led by Coach Jim Saret pushed us to our limits.
RunRio, Inc. - Yep! Coach Rio dela Cruz will race direct this year's Milo Marathon Eliminations. Expect nothing but the best along the route.
Loops no more! - I long to run the classic Milo Marathon route. Some modifications were made, but still best than last year's loops.

Next week, will be my 2nd attempt to capture that Milo Marathon Dream. 42.195 kms. 6 hours. Wish me luck!

Sharing to you some pictures taken during our Milo-APEX Running School season.

Speed training under the rain
Photo courtesy of Marvin Opulencia

Team Boring with Coach Jim and fellow Milo-APEX classmate
Photo courtesy of Milo-APEX Team

Beeps and I doing the back crawl
Photo courtesy of Milo-APEX Team

Coach Romeo got bored
Photo courtesy of Carlo Serrano

Resting before the next elastic band workout
Photo courtesy of Carlo Serrano

Core balance workout
Photo courtesy of Milo-APEX Team

Killer core workouts
Photo courtesy of Milo-APEX Team

With Beeps and Jai, listening to a lecture
Photo courtesy of Bea Hernandez

Update: 21Rexona Adventure Run | 24 Jul 2011 | MOA

2011-07-10T18:20:00.000+08:00

Sharing to you the updates on the upcoming Rexona Adventure Run (click here for my previous post).

21k Finisher's Medal

21k Finisher's Singlet

Registration is ongoing until July 20 (yes, it's extended!). Online registration until July 18 only.

For more information, visit RunRio website.

Run United 2011 - Davao | 14 August 2011

2011-07-02T12:01:00.000+08:00

Unilab and RunRio will rock the whole nation with Run United 2011 Regional Series!

First destination will be Davao City on August 14, 2011. I've got nothing but raves to this very beautiful, peaceful, and orderly city. Sharing to you the details of the event.

Experience top-notch running brought to you by Unilab and RunRio

Definitely the coolest thing that ever happened to race registration

Pretty summarizes what to expect

So that you'll easily know if you're running with the correct crowd

Regional races bears the map of the Philippines. Collectors item!!! Very nice!

For kids only =)

Sad that I have to pass this one. Perhaps in 2012 (ehem ehem Unilab and RunRio hehehe).

For more information, visit the RunRio website.

RunRio Timing Card

2011-06-28T06:00:00.002+08:00

Just in case you didn't get the chance to attend the launching of the RunRio Timing Card last June 18, the following are some cool information about of the newest timing gadget that hit the country.

Product Features

"How to use" and "Terms and Conditions"

Reading not enough? (Or don't want to read at all? hehehe) Here's a cool product information video.

Yamaha Run Updates

2011-06-25T13:34:00.000+08:00

Here are some updates on the upcoming Yamaha Run for Heroes happening on July 3, 2011 at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

Very HANDSOME 21k Finisher's Medal

Nice 21k Finisher's Shirt

Can' t wait to finish the race and proudly wear one

Registration is on-going UNTIL JULY 1, 2011 in the following locations:

Venue	Details
Yamaha YZone Flagship Shop	ADB Avenue Corner Opal Road, Ortigas Center, Pasig City
Runnr	Bonifacio High Street
Toby's	SM Mall of Asia
Planet Sports	Glorietta and Trinoma

Read here for my initial post on this event.

Rexona Adventure Run | 24 Jul 2011 | MOA

2011-06-17T07:00:00.002+08:00

In 2010, Rexona and RunRio introduced the D-Tag and iPad registration -- cut-edge technologies that reshaped the the Philippine running scene.

This year, Rexona and RunRio will once again raise the bar, and introduce the use of the RunRio Timing Card, a reusable timing gadget with so many features. Wanna learn more? Then YOU ARE INVITED!

But wait, there's MORE!

How about finishing the race for a chance to win an all-expense-paid-trip for you and two of your friends to the following breathtaking destinations:

Banaue

Cagayan de Oro

Bohol

Great Wall of China!

Registration Details

Race Category	Fee	Inclusions
21k	P750	Race Kit (Singlet, Timing Chip, Bib Number, 20% Off Coupon from Planet Sports & Athlete’s Foot Stores & 10% Off Coupon from Toby’s / Runnr Store), Race Analysis, Finishers Kit, Finisher’s Shirt, Finisher’s Medal, Certificate, Free photo
10k	P600	Race Kit (Singlet, D-tag, Timing Chip, Bib Number, 20% Off Coupon from Planet Sports & Athlete’s Foot Stores & 10% Off Coupon from Toby’s / Runnr Store), Race Analysis, Finishers Kit, Certificate, Free photo
5k	P600	Race Kit (Singlet, Timing Chip, Bib Number, 20% Off Coupon from Planet Sports & Athlete’s Foot Stores & 10% Off Coupon from Toby’s / Runnr Store), Race Analysis, Finishers Kit, Certificate, Free photo
3k	P500	Race Kit (Singlet, Timing Chip, Bib Number, 20% Off Coupon from Planet Sports & Athlete’s Foot Stores & 10% Off Coupon from Toby’s / Runnr Store), Race Analysis, Finishers Kit, Certificate, Free photo

Wanna Register Now? AS IN NOW??!
On-line registration via www.runrio.com is available until July 3, 2011. Race Kit delivery starts June 17, 2011.

WHERE to register if NOT in a hurry?
June 4 to July 3, 2011

Venue	Details
Runnr	Bonifacio High Street
Toby's	SM Mall of Asia
Planet Sports	Glorietta and Trinoma
The Athlete's Foot	Alabang Town Center and Robinsons Galleria
STOKED	Gateway, Greenhills, Rockwell

Not TOO LATE Registration Venues
July 4 to July 10, 2011

Venue	Details
Runnr	Bonifacio High Street
Toby's	SM Mall of Asia
The Athlete's Foot	Robinsons Galleria

STUDY the COURSE to WIN

Place	21k	10k	5k	3k
1st	P10,000	P7,000	P5,000	P3,000
2nd	P7,000	P5,000	P4,000	P2,000
3rd	P5,000	P3,000	P3,000	P1,000

Wanna JOIN THE RAFFLE but CAN'T RUN?

Get a FREE access to the various activities and challenges in the Rexona Adventure Hub at the SM Mall of Asia grounds on July 23 to 24 by simply bringing any proof of purchase of Rexona Men Adventure stick, spray or roll on.

See you there!

YOU ARE INVITED! RunRio Timing Card Launch | 18 Jun 2011 | BGC

2011-06-15T22:06:00.000+08:00

RunRio invites YOU (yes, you!) to the launch of the newest timing gadget - The RunRio Timing Card, on Saturday, 18 June 2011, 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM, at the Activity Area infront of Runnr Store, Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

No less than Coach Rio dela Cruz will explain the features of reusable (yes!) RunRio Timing Card, which will be initially used in the upcoming Rexona Adventure Run scheduled on 24 July 2011.

During the launch, you may also register for the Yamaha Run for Heroes (July 3), Rexona Adventure Run (watch out for more info here) and the 35th Milo Marathon Manila Elimination (July 31) races.

Here's a tip: Rexona Adventure Run registration fee already includes the RunRio Timing Card (great deal! promise!!!)

See you there!

Inbox Time: MultiSport Philippines May 2011 Issue

2011-06-08T21:04:00.000+08:00

My inbox is boring! I usually receive the same stuff: bills, receipts, bank statements, credit card statements, etc.

But last weekend, I was happy to receive something different.

Tadah!
May 2011 issue of MultiSport Philippines

I usually get my copy from sport shops in the Metro. And I'm learning so many things about health and wellness, running, biking, and swimming.

Just the right info I need.
(BLC mode ON!)

Hmmmmnnnn...
I can hear you calling my name, baby!

This info will come in handy soon...
I wanna TRI before I reach 40.

Hey hey hey! Well, hello there my friends!

Its so easy to get a FREE copy of MultiSport Philippines delivered to your doorstep. Simply call [02] 4038825 local 221 or email multisport@hip.ph to give your mailing info and pay the monthly delivery fee of P10 for 12 months (or P120). Yes, you only pay the delivery fee, and its only P10 per copy!

Thanks MultiSport Philippines!

My May Weekend Long Runs

2011-06-01T07:00:00.002+08:00

May 15, 2011 marked the first time I did a long run since my BDM 102k race last March (read here and here).

And to be honest, I was really scared that I might score another DNF (did not finish) in the Goldilocks Fun Run. Praise God I managed to run/walk my way to the finish, with Boring teammates Rod, Makoy, and Nonong. I finished in 2:57:06, not bad for a comeback long run.

Last May 22, 2011, Team Boring ran in Greentennial and I managed to finish my 16k just 5 minutes late of my PR (personal record). Along the route, I met some friends whom I've never seen for a long time, and was surprised that they were also hit by the running bug.

It was tough to sleep early on a Friday night. Tougher to wake up early on a very cool Saturday morning. I reached our training grounds before launch time. Plan was for a 17km long run. Since I will run Greenfield 21km tomorrow, our coach allowed that I only cover 10k+ for today. Weather was perfect for a very long run. But I need to conserve, in order to cover the following day's distance challenge.

The weather was once again perfect for a long run. I enjoyed the scenes and the clean air of Greenfield in Sta Rosa, Laguna. The road was relatively flat, and concrete! Running a Runrio event ensures you that you will have enough hydration along the route, marshals to guide you, and excellent race organization.

In summary, I am very very happy to be back on the road again. I don't mind the times, I just want to burn the fat I gained during my off-season, and stay injury-free. As always, I will do it slowly but surely.

Ang lakas ng gravitational pull sa akin lately!
Can I blame it on climate change? hehehe
Photo courtesy of Gary/Greentennial Photogs

See you on the road!

Yamaha Run for Heroes | 3 Jul 2011 | BGC

2011-05-30T07:00:00.000+08:00

True to its corporate slogan of "Make It Different", Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. (YMPH) invites all runners of all levels on July 3, 2011 at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City, for the Yamaha Run for Heroes (Runrio Series Manila Leg 3).

HERO Foundation, Inc. is an Ayala Group initiative, that provides secured and consistent educational support for the children of soldiers from the Armed Forces of the Philippines who have died or permanently incapacitated in the line of duty.

"Soldiers selflessly offer their lives for the protection of this country, but their deaths would definitely shatter their children's dream of a bright future. Education is a big help to those kids. This is our chance to help." - Mr. Takeshi Yano, President of YMPH.

Sharing to you below the details of the race.

Race Category	Fee	Gun Start
21k	P750	5:10 AM
10k	P600	5:30 AM
5k	P600	5:50 AM
3k	P500	6:00 AM

REGISTRATION
May 30 to June 25, 2011

Venue	Details
Yamaha YZone Flagship Shop	ADB Avenue Corner Opal Road, Ortigas Center, Pasig City
Runnr	Bonifacio High Street
ROX	Bonifacio High Street
Toby's	SM Mall of Asia
Planet Sports	Glorietta and Trinoma
The Athlete's Foot	Alabang Town Center and Robinsons Galleria
Online [until June 19 only]	www.runrio.com

Cool 21k Finisher's Shirt

Very HANDSOME 21k Finisher's Medal

Certificates for ALL Finishers

Visit the Runrio website or call [02] 703-1736 | [0915] 782-7126 | [0927] 399-0043 for more details.

Hope to see you there!

Merrell Adventure Run | 18 Jun 2011 | Timberland Heights, San Mateo

2011-05-29T13:00:00.000+08:00

Want to experience a different kind of runner's high? Join the Merrell Adventure Run, gear up with your trail shoes and cap, hydration pack, gloves, running gaiters, and other personal effects (gels, salts, etc), and attack the hilly trails, cross a river, scramble the rocks, and enjoy the breathtaking views of Timberland Heights in San Mateo Rizal on June 18, 2011.

Registration is ongoing until June 14, 2011.

Sharing to you below details of the race.

Race Category	Fee	Gun Start
21k	P800	5:40 AM
10k	P650	5:50 AM
5k	P500	6:00 AM

AWARDS & RACE RESULTS

Place	5k	10k	21k
1st (Male & Female)	P3,000	P8,000	P15,000
2nd (Male & Female)	P2,000	P6,000	P11,000
3rd (Male & Female)	P1,000	P4,000	P9,000

Finisher's Medals will be given to the Top 20 5k Finishers, Top 20 10k Finishers, and all 21k Finishers who finish before the cut-off time of 9:00 AM.

Raffle prizes and freebies await all participants.

Hope to see you there!

NEWS FLASH: Mizuno Infinity Run 2011

2011-05-28T14:18:00.000+08:00

Mizuno Infinity Run | 11 Jun 2011 | BGC

2011-05-25T21:45:00.001+08:00

Mizuno Infinity Run is one of the events that is very much anticipated by the running community.

In 2009, Mizuno surprised all runners with the "time trial" concept. True enough, many of the 2009 participants were challenged and recorded PRs in the 2010 Infinity Run in response to the call of "Beat Your Own Time."

This year, Mizuno introduces the "Beat Your Own Pace" concept, where runners may run a longer distance a pace that is faster than what was recorded in the 2010 edition. Cool huh?! And if you did "Beat Your Own Pace", you get a Mizuno Prestige Card.

Now, how about those who ran the same distance, but at a faster pace compared to what they did in the 2010 edition? Of course, they will still be rewarded! They will receive a medal for improving their pace in the same race distance.

Some bad news though: say goodbye to the 15k distance.

Here's the good news: say HELLO to Mizuno's 1st 21k distance category.

The 2011 edition will happen on June 11, 2011 at the Bonifacio Global City.

Sharing to you below the details of the race.

Race Category	Fee	Gun Start
21k	P800	5:00 AM
10k	P750	5:10 AM
5k	P600	5:20 AM

You want registration fee discounts? Present your 2010 Infinity Run race bib upon registration and get a P50 discount. Purchase any 2011 Mizuno Running Shoe and get a P100 discount.

10K and 21K runners will have timing chips. All Mizuno Infinity Run 2011 participants get a race bib, Mizuno discount vouchers, and singlet claim stub.

Release of the singlets will be during the Infinity Run Expo on May 29, 2011, 10AM to 7PM, at the BMG Center in Paseo de Magallanes, Makati City.

Visit the Mizuno Website or Mizuno Run Club in facebook for more details.

Greenfield City Run REVISED Gun Start Times & Extended Registration

2011-05-24T07:00:00.002+08:00

Please be advised of the revised gun start times for the upcoming Greenfield City Clean Air Run happening on May 29, 2011:

Race Category	Gun Start
21k	4:45 AM
10k	5:35 AM
5k	5:45 AM
3k	5:55 AM
500m	5:55 AM

Registration is extended until May 26, 2011.

For more information, please check my blog post here, and Runrio website here.

AKTV Run | 5 Jun 2011 | SM Mall of Asia

2011-05-21T07:00:00.002+08:00

The Kapatid Network, TV5, will be launching AKTV - their primetime sports and active lifestyle program block in IBC 13, via the AKTV Run on June 5, 2011 at the SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City.

Get ready to run either 3k, 5k, 10k, or 21k, and enjoy the after-run activities in the sports tents that offer instructional coaching for other disciplines like billiards, boxing, basketball, and mixed martial arts. Photo, kiddie, food and beverage booths will also be made available.

Race Category	Fee	Gun Start
21k	P750	4:45 AM
10k	P600	5:35 AM
5k	P600	5:45 AM
3k	P500	5:55 AM

Ok, let me make this clear. ONLY 21k finishers get this shirt.
If you DNF (Did Not Finish), or worse DNS (Did Not Start),
you are not entitled to get this spanking shirt.

REGISTRATION SITES

Venue	Details
Runnr	Bonifacio High Street [until Jun 1]
ROX	Bonifacio High Street [until Jun 1]
Toby's	SM Mall of Asia [until Jun 1]
Planet Sports	Glorietta [until Jun 1] and Trinoma [until May 29]
The Athelete's Foot	Alabang Town Center and Robinson's Galleria [until May 29]
Online Registration	www.runrio.com [until May 29]

Ehem! Ladies and Gentlemen, presenting AKTV's very beautiful MEDAL!

Visit the TV5 News Portal or Runrio for more details.

Reebok ZIGTECH Run | 5 Jun 2011 | BGC

2011-05-20T07:00:00.007+08:00

Vertical race, anyone?

Reebok launches their ZIGTECH running shoes with a road and vertical race on Jun 5, 2011 at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.

Sharing to you the race details below:

Race Category	Fee	Gun Start
15k**	P750	5:45 AM
10k	P650	6:00 AM
5k	P550	5:15 AM

**15k will pass through the 5-level parking of CVC Law Center

REGISTRATION SITES

Venue	Details
Reebok Stores	Festival Supermall, SM Megamall, Trinoma, Eastwood City Walk
Royal Sporting House	Ali Mall, Robinson's Place Ermita
The Shoe Shop	Rockwell, Alabang Town Center

Registration is until May 31, 2011.

Visit their website for more details.

Greenfield City Run Registration EXTENDED!

2011-05-17T23:17:00.000+08:00

In-store registration of the Greenfield City Clean Air Run 2011 is EXTENDED until May 22, 2011.

For more details, please click here for my post and here for update direct from Runrio website.

I'm very excited to run again the beautiful route of Greenfield City in Sta Rosa, Laguna. Hope to see you there!

Team Boring, Year 1

2011-05-13T07:00:00.001+08:00

Team Boring celebrated its 1st year anniversary with an OVERNIGHT TUBATELS SWIMMING SESSION last March 26 to 27, 2011. The event was graced by good friends from other running teams.

Overflowing drinks, food, videoke, stories, and laughter filled the party. The team even joined the whole nation in celebrating the Earth Hour come 8PM.

Sharing to you pictures taken from my camera.

Walk the World Pilipinas, 29 May 2011, SM Mall of Asia

2011-05-11T07:00:00.002+08:00

I can still remember the 2010 edition of this event, where I became a TV personality, even for just 2 seconds hehehe.

This year, the event will happen in the SM Mall of Asia grounds on May 29, 2011.

Visit their website: www.walktheworld-pilipinas.org for more details.

I would like to repost the following for your immediate reference:

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), along with its global humanitarian partners TNT, Unilever and DSM, will stage a global awareness and fundraising event called “End Hunger: Walk the World,” which shall occur in 24 time zones within 24 hours in 80 different countries, bringing awareness to the issue of child hunger and raising funds for school feeding activities of WFP. Funds raised from this event shall go directly to WFP's Emergency School Feeding Program in conflict-affected areas of Central Mindanao.

Hope to see you there!

Brooks Run Happy , 22 May 2011, BGC

2011-05-09T07:00:00.001+08:00

Time to RUN HAPPY with BROOKS on May 22, 2011 at the Bonifacio Global City in Taguig.

I must admit, the relatively newbie runner in me is totally clueless with the brand, and instantly fell in love with the technology and advocacy of the team behind Brooks Sports, Inc.

Last Thursday, I learned some cool information about Brooks, like they were around since 1914, that their shoes were consistently recognized by Runner's World, that their BioMoGo midsole biodegrades 50x faster than conventional midsoles, and that their DNA cushioning system automatically and physically adapts to every athlete's foot strike. I can't wait to get a pair soon.

But before that, let me share to you some information on the upcoming event. Registration is ongoing until May 29, 2011.

Race Category	Fee
15k	P600
10k	P600
5k	P500
3k	P500

REGISTRATION SITES

Venue	Details
Toby's Sports	SM NEDSA Annex, SM Mall of Asia
Runnr	Bonifacio High Street
A Runner's Circle	Aloha Hotel, Quirino Avenue Corner Roxas Boulevard, Malate, Manila
Olympic World	Alabang Town Center
Cycling Zone	Shell Gasoline Station, Zapote, Alabang

Oh, by the way, they have GENDER-SPECIFIC singlets! woot woot!

My Epi-Lasik Procedure

2011-05-07T14:52:00.001+08:00

I had poor vision since 4th grade. I realized that I can't read well when I was placed at the 4th or 5th row. My parents aren't convinced, and thought that I only wanted to wear glasses. Since then, my nearsightedness developed, that I could no longer recognize familiar faces within 2 meters.

I was already in high school when my eyes were refracted. Ahh, the bliss of seeing things clearly. But soon I found myself very challenged whenever I engaged in sports. Whenever I play basketball, for example, I miss hitting the goal, I accidentally pass the ball to the opposing team, and even got hit by the ball in the face.

Soon I got myself sports goggles, inspired by the great Ferdinand Lewis Alcindor, Jr. aka Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. My friends make fun of me, and tried not to pay attention.

When I reached college, I shifted to wearing contact lenses. This gave me more confidence whenever I work and play. While I enjoy the freedom from wearing glasses, I still feel some discomfort, especially when my lenses get dislodged.

Some 4 years ago, I learned about this LASIK technology but don't have the guts to submit myself and take the risk. I was afraid I would lose my vision, period.

Some of my friends took the risk, and very much enjoyed their regained visual freedom. I still held myself in fear.

Last April 3, during a get-together with Takbo.ph friends, Gail opened the topic and somehow brought out the courage in me.

April 11, Gail called me and told me of Groupon Beeconomic's incredible deal: 50% discount on vision assessment and standard LASIK procedure for both eyes at the Advanced Vision Laser Center of Makati Medical Center. I hurriedly logged in and placed an online transaction.

April 16, 2PM, my eyes were assessed, and learned that I am healthy enough to undergo LASIK. I was further advised by Dr. Uy of the benefits of Epi-Lasik which is very suitable to the kind of active lifestyle that I presently enjoy.

April 20, Holy Wednesday, together with Gail, we were scheduled to be operated at 2:30PM. We arrived around 1PM, and was prepared for an hour. I was 1st to be treated, then Gail, then 3 others.

Myself and Gail goofing before the surgery
Photo courtesy of Noy Consolacion

Dr. Rory Go positions me as Dr Edward Uy (in purple scrubs) prepares.
Photo courtesy of Noy Consolacion

The procedure was generally painless. It was awesome that I could see clearly immediately after the surgery.

Gail and myself after the surgery.
Photo courtesy of Noy Consolacion

The next 2 days was terrible. I slept most of the time with my shades on, to allow my eyes to heal. I also got myself swimming goggles to wear while taking a bath.

Easter Monday came, and I went back to the doctor for post-operative check. I was doing good and healing on schedule. I was advised that my vision would fluctuate from time to time, as my eyes continue to heal. I got clearance to drive and run after 2 days.

I finally drove my car come Wednesday.

A week after, my doctor re-checked my eyes, and everything's great. Praise God!

I laced up last Tuesday and ran 2.5kms. What a bliss! I ran again the following day, and covered 6kms.

I will be visiting my doctor on May 23. Hope my eyes will be completely healed by then, and that I will have clearance to hit the water for swimming.

I praise and thank God for blessing me with regained vision. I also praise and thank God for dear friends who prayed for my continues healing.

Stallion Run, 10 July 2011, Xavier School, San Juan

2011-05-05T19:00:00.002+08:00

The Xavier School Community, in cooperation with the City Government of San Juan and Barangay Greenhills present STALLION RUN on July 10, 2011 at the Xavier School Grounds.

This run is for the benefit of Gawad Kalinga, XS Educational Trust Fund, AAXS Social Fund, and XS86 Men for Others Foundation.

Registration is on-going until June 30, 2011.

Race Category	Fee
21k	P600
10k	P600
5k	P500
3k	P500

Please check out the poster for more details.