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Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Upcoming Fun Runs

I know there had been a number of fun runs now in the country. Previously, they were just held mostly on Sunday mornings. But now, fun runs are held on Saturdays or Sundays, morning or night. Below are some of the fun runs that will commence in the months of July and August. More importantly, you can register in these fun runs via RunnersRunner.

Ateneo Diamond Blue Race: Race and SPARK - August 28, 2011, SM MOA

ATENEO DIAMOND BLUE RACE: RUN and SPARK
August 28, 2011
Assembly Time: 5:00 AM
SM Mall of Asia

Events:

3K: Php 500 1,500 slots (Early Reg: Nickname printed on the Race Bib)
5K: Php 600 1,500 slots (Early Reg: Nickname printed on the Race Bib)
10K: Php 700 1,000 slots (Early Reg: Nickname printed on the Race Bib)

Inclusive of:

Ateneo Diamond Blue Race Singlet, Race Bib w/ Raffle Coupon/Freebie Stub, Race Route, RFID Timing Chip, Donor’s Certificate (for Blue Plate: 4K Feeding Program, APS Disaster Relief Team and Ateneo SPARK Mission).

Registration periods:

Online registration: On-going (while supplies last)
Early registration: May 28 to July 18 (Nickname printed on the Race Bib)
Late registration: July 19 onwards (while supplies last)

Stallion Run - 10 July 2011, San Juan, MM

Title: THE 2011 XAVIER STALLION RUN
Date: 10 JULY 2011
Events: 3K, 5K, 10K and 21K
Venue: Xavier School Grounds

Registration:

P500 registration fee for 3K and 5K
P600 registration fee for 10K and 21K

(includes singlet and freebies)

Project: Back to School Baguio Fun Run - July 16, 2011, Camp John Hay

Title: Project: Back to School Baguio Fun Run
Date (updated): July 16, 2011
Venue: Camp John Hay, Baguio City
Events: 3K/5K/15K

Event Details (Online Registration):

Paranaque Run for Knowledge - July 9, 2011, Macapagal Ave.

Event Title: Paranaque Run for Knowledge
Date: July 9, 2011
Venue: Macapagal Ave, Paranaque City
Categories: 3K/5K/15K

Registration Period : May 27 – June 30, 2011

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

RunnersRunner Improved Their Service

I am a witness to a number of registration and race kit collection flaws of running events. Well, my girl even had a number of rants about it. But, runners need not to deal with such hassle and worries - because RunnersRunner (RR) will make our runs worry-free.

Basically, RR is a one-stop shop of almost all the races that is happening in the Philippines wherein you can register online and have your race kits delivered right at your doorstep! You can check out testimonials of the satisfied runners here.

With all the "thumbs up" of RR is getting from the running community, they did not sit back and relax. What they do is improve on their service to make it from good to better to best. Last June 17, a launching of these new services was held at R.O.X. which includes the following:

Aside from their online presence, they are now at R.O.X. 2nd floor.
On top of their existing payment options, RR is now accepting credit card and bancnet payments.
Improved support via hotline (02-5078348), textline (0917-5352128), and online (www.runnersrunner.com/faqs)

So runners, worry not about your registration or race kits. Register your next run via RR and concentrate on your trainings! For running is not meant to stress you more, it should always be FUN!

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

FEBC's 63rd Anniversary

Since childhood, I have been celebrating the anniversary of Far East Broadcasting Corporation (FEBC) together with my family. Founded in 1945, it is a non-denominational, international Christian radio network that broadcasts the Good News in more than 130 languages from 128 transmitters located throughout the world.

This year, it injected a new activity in the celebration - running. It is dubbed as "I Run with a Living Hope", my family (my girl included) registered for the 3K category. Unfortunately, we were around 15 or 20 minutes late. So, we ended up just running less than a kilometer. With that, my girl and I headed on our way to CCP Complex to join the runners who were having their training.

After running for around 5km in almost an hour (walking for cool down included), we headed back to Bulwagan ng Panginoon (formerly known as Folk Arts Theater) for the anniversary.

A number of presentations transpired in the anniversary centering on who our Living Hope is. At the same time, FEBC introduced their aspirations for its future. We're not that close in the stage so I don't have a good quality photos to share. Sorry about that.

At the end of the program, we had our picnic just outside the bulwagan, beside the Manila Bay. Don't you worry, there's no stinking smell here.

After filling our stomach with good food, we proceed to Rizal Park (through walking) which deserves another post.

Monday, February 28, 2011

Unilab ActiveHealth Presents: Athena Milk's All-Women's Run

If you are looking for a Saturday run because Sunday is your day of worship, then Athena Run is for you. But unfortunately guys, this is an ALL-WOMEN'S RUN. But, it won't stop you from cheering your girls anyway.

More details can be found at http://www.facebook.com/womenshealthphilippines/. But below is summary of the race information.

Thursday, February 3, 2011

UNILAB Run United - 1, March 2011

Run United 1, the 1st leg of the RunRio Trilogy 2011, will be held on March 6, 2011 at Bonifacio, Global City. This family event is going to be the biggest of 2011. Boasting of 4 race categories, 500m (for kids), 5K, 10K, and 21K, – Run United 1 is the event for you and your whole family.

Here is the details of the registration process:

Registration sites:

Registration Sites
How	Where	When
ONLINE * Delivery of registration kits will start on Feb. 5, 2011	www.unilabactivehealth.com or www.runrio.com	Jan 31 to Feb 21
IN-STORE Registration is open from 12PM to 8PM. Please bring valid ID (original / photocopy) during registration	Toby's - SM MOA RUNNR - Bonifacio High Street R.O.X. - Bonifacio High Street Planet Sports - Glorietta, Alabang Town Center, Trinoma Athlete's Foot - Robinson's Galleria	Jan 31 to Feb 13
	Toby's - SM MOA Athlete's Foot - Robinson's Galleria RUNNR - Bonifacio High Street	Feb 14 to Feb 26

Registration fees and inclusions

Registration Fees and Inclusions
CATEGORY REGISTRATION FEE INCLUSIONS	500m* Php 250	5K Php 600	10K Php 600	21K Php 750
Race Kit
Singlet		Yes	Yes	Yes
D-Tag	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Bib No.	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
UNILAB ActiveHealth Kit	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
10% OFF Toby's & RUNNR Coupon	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
15% OFF Planet Sports & Athlete's Foot Coupon	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Finisher's Kit	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Finisher's Medal				Yes
Race Analysis		Yes	Yes	Yes
Photovendo (Free Download)	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Post Event Pack (Personalized Certificate & Baller ID)	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
*500m dash is open to 5-8 years old & 9-12years old categories

Singlet Design:

CALL TIME
RACE CATEGORIES	ASSEMBLY TIME	GUN START
500m	6:30AM	7:00AM
5K	4:00AM	5:50AM
10K	4:00AM	5:30AM
21K	4:00AM	5:15AM

For more information about the event, please click on the picture of Unilab Active Health.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

500M is open to 5-12 years old. Parent / Guardian must be present during registration.

Registration may end earlier than announced deadline therefore, race kits may run out before February 26,2010.

A valid ID must be presented upon registration. For group registration, a photocopy of any valid ID must be presented by the representative.

Singlet will be given to the first 10,000 registrants.

Singlet size availability will be on a first come first served basis.

A disposable timing device called a “D-tag” will be used by all participants during the race.

Medals will be given to all 21km finishers only.

Finisher’s kits will be given upon finishing the race.

Post Event packs will be delivered to the address you have specified during registration and will be delivered after the event. Registrants with incomplete addresses will not be delivered.

For questions, please contact the secretariat at (02) 703 1736.

For running enthusiast or those who wants to start the active lifestyle, here's more. Share with Unilab Active Health your best "active health" photo. This can be your best moment during a sports event, bonding time with your family/friends, etc.

Upload your best "active health" photo in the wall of Unilab ActiveHealth FB page (facebook.com/unilabactivehealth) and explain why this is your best "active health" moment.
Tag 5 friends who you think need to jumpstart their journey to active health.
Invite your friends to "LIKE" your entry.
Add in the comment area of your photo from which blog did you see this contest.
Submission of photo entries will be from Feb. 3 to 10 only.

Photos will be judged based on the following criteria:

Adherence to the theme of "Active Health:" 50%

Fan favorite: 30%

Unilab ActiveHealth Team favorite: 20%

The best "Active Health" entry will win one complimentary registration (any category, including 500-meter dash) to Run United 1 2011.

The winner will be announced on Feb. 14, 2011.

Only one entry per person.

Monday, November 8, 2010

Resorts World Manila’s Grand Fiesta Run 2010

So what’s fun and enjoyable about fun runs?

Feeling the adrenaline and endorphins coursing through your veins and running with your barkada, family and other fitness enthusiasts are two things that come to mind.

The Grand Fiesta Run 2010 is near! Resorts World Manila (RWM) will bring back the “fun” in fun runs on November 28 in Newport City, and everyone’s invited to join! Prizes await winners, and participants get a shot at the amazing raffle prizes!

Grand Fiesta Run 2010 also features 3K, 5K, and 10K race categories in a new route in Newport City.

One of the highlights of the event is a 1K rat race that encourages runners to come in their weirdest and wildest costumes; from jazzed up office gear (minus the heels and leather shoes, of course!) to fiesta-inspired outfits. I suggest you go all out and let your creativity loose to have more chances of winning exciting prizes! The race has awards for the Best Dressed, Most Unique, Biggest Group/Company, and Wildest Costume.

And to top it all, rat race participants will also be receiving 1,000 free gaming credits in Resorts World Manila!

At stake are fabulous Reward Points from Resorts World Manila that will make sure that you and your friends will have a memorable night at the first integrated tourism destination in the Philippines! Awards and corresponding prizes are as follows:

Not only that, incredible raffle prizes await all participants. RWM will be raffling off a 3D/2N stay at Resorts World Sentosa for four (4) with free tickets to Universal Studios OR a cruise for two (2) to Singapore and Malaysia and back to Singapore. Winners of the raffle will be brought to their destinations via the Resorts World Manila private jet! How’s that for living the high life?

Registration fee for the run is Php650.00 for all race categories. Interested parties may register before November 22 at the following: Chris Sports in MOA, Glorietta, and SM Mega Mall; R.O.X Bonifacio High Street, and at Resorts World Manila Tour Counter. Gun starts at: 6:00AM for 10K, 6:05AM for 5K, 6:10AM for 3K, and 7:15AM for 1K.

So bring your whole family and friends on November 28 for one truly unforgettable fun run!

For more information, visit http://www.rwmanila.com/, or call the RWM Tour Counter at (632)836-6333.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Tiktakbo 3: Isa, Dalawa, Takbo

My Running Diary (scroll to see the full list):

It surprised me seeing my list that I have been off from running for almost a month. Well, it is brought by my no show at the Run to Read last August 15 where I should have run my first 15K. Anyway, I had laced up and ran a 6K Couples category in Tiktakbo 3: Isa, Dalawa, Takbo at UP Diliman last Sunday and had more or less 5K of cool down (if that's what we can call it) in the UP Academic Oval. I don't know if race results were already out, but my unofficial time is 48 minutes 59 seconds.

Thumbs Up

The race bib is printed in tarpaulin. I make it a thumbs up for race bibs in paper easily tore apart.
Registration fee is pretty cheap, PhP600 for a 6K couples (2 race kits).
It started on time.
I have to commend that there are portalets situated beside the venue.
New route (at least for me).
Sufficient hydration, and a refreshing cold Pocari Sweat around 1K before the finish line and after the finish.
The venue itself, for me, is a thumbs up for you can still have your cool down around the UP Acad.

Thumbs Down

KM markers and marshals become insufficient for the last finishers of the 18K category. My girl and I waited for ChickenLegs to finish his race. But upon seeing that it's time for us to leave, we decided to leave. Luckily, we still spotted him and was able to cheer him for he was only a few meters before the finish. That is when we noticed that there were no more marshals to attend to the remaining 18K runners.

After the race, we headed on to Conti's for a post breakfast :)

Friday, July 30, 2010

Takbo.ph Runfest: Celebrate Running

My Running Diary (scroll to see the full list):

First, it was The 2009 Timex Run, followed by UNILAB Run United for Wellness, then Globe Run for Home 2010. And now adding up to my list of well-organized races is Takbo.ph Runfest: Celebrate Running which was held last July 25, 2010 at BHS.

Thumbs Up

Registration fee is relatively low as compared to other races.
Singlets are personalized. Names (of your choice) are printed on the singlet.
Singlets are delivered right in your doorsteps; meaning, the registration fee already covered courier fee.
Sufficient hydration booth and marshals (and cheerers).
Powerade, bottled water, ION, Enervon HP chocolate drink, and loot bag for finishers.
A very entertaining post race event.
A nice way of posting names of runners on banners hang all over the post event area.
Very accurate race result despite no timing chips used.

Thumbs Down

Is there any?

Before the race

After the race

adiNation and six30 groups

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Run to Read on August 15, 2010

I had been receiving inspiring comments from you, my dear readers, whenever I blog about my runs. So I decided to blog, this time around, the race event that I would be joining. In that way, I might encourage you to join too - to start a healthy lifestyle. And maybe, we can meet up after the run too.

My next run (after the Takbo.ph Runfest) will be on August 15, 2010 dubbed as Run to Read. I would be running my first 15K then. Wish me luck, and bid me God bless. For details, I would just be reposting Run4Change's article about the run. I hope you don't mind. Here you go.

[DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM]

Run to Read – Run for a cause
August 15, 2010
Fort Bonifacio Global City

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ABOUT

There is not enough public libraries to serve millions of students, currently there are 688 public libraries of all types and there should be more. The lack of facilities is even compounded by the fact that a significant number of these libraries are under-funded, understaffed, poorly equipped, or in bad physical condition forcing it to stop functioning.

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There should be a total of 1,851 libraries in all, one for each of the country’s 220 congressional districts, 136 cities, and 1,495 municipalities. To date, the country has 1,163 libraries less than required. This affects 40% of the population or nearly 40 million Filipinos as it unacceptably deprives our children of a resource that could spell a difference for their future.

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Realizing the need for children to be aptly exposed to reading materials not readily available for them, the Run To Read Fun Run was designed to raise funds to build and restore libraries for less fortunate communities in various parts of the Philippines. The run will be composed of 4 major distance events; 3KM, 5KM, 10KM, 15KM and a 500-meter dash for kids and their moms or dads

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EVENTS

3k | 5k |10k |15k | 500m for kids

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REGULAR REGISTRATION

July 1 – August 8, 2010

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ONLINE REGISTRATION

www.runnersrunner.com

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REGISTRATION FEE

PHP 500 for 500m for kids (tandem with 1 parent)
PHP 300 for 3k
PHP 350 for 5k
PHP 400 for 10k
PHP 450 for 15k

(Inclusive of singlet, race number and certificate)

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REGISTRATION AREAS

BrandWorX Inc Head Office
Penthouse, Eurovilla Bldg. 2, VA Rufino St., Legaspi Village Makati City

Runnr Store
Bldg. B3 Bonifacio High Street, Taguig City, Philippines

SecondWind Running Store
Maginhawa St., Teacher’s Village | Ortigas Home Depot

All Terra Cyclery
Club 650 Libis, Quezon City

Reebok
Trinoma | Megamall | Festival Mall

Royal Sporting House
Glorietta 4 | Robinson’s Place Manila

[DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM]

Choose from 5 different singlet colors!

(singlets claiming will be available starting August 1)

Let's Run to Read on August 15!

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

NutriBar Hip 2b Fit Fun Run 2010

My Running Diary (scroll to see the full list):

To date, if I had to choose the best fun run that I had ever joined, I got a couple to list. The best singlet will go to KOTR, the best hydration will go to Globe, and the best route will go to those runs that were held at UP Diliman.

Our last run, fortunately, was held at UP Diliman last Sunday, July 11, 2010. It was the NutriBar Hip 2b Fit Fun Run 2010 as sponsored by Grower's and UP Mountaineering for the benefit of the UP Padyak project. Well, I am glad that with a "small race event", still, a lot of runners from all walks of life participated. For the "elite runners", it could mean easy money; but for us, it is all for fun, health, and the help extended for the race's cause.

Thumbs Up

As I mentioned, I love the UPD route. So that's a thumbs up for me.
They got a special parent-child 3K race which I think is cool. A great bonding moment for families.
Markers and marshals are sufficient.
Cold hydration were offered in the stations, and are equally sufficient that even the non-registered runners were able to have a cup or two.
Freebies, ample of 'em. Plus the free NutriBar snacks that we got at the post race.
Raffle at the end of the race. I'm not lucky to won though.

Thumbs Down

Hmmm, I would love to suggest to have the parent-child race be certified if the registrants are really connected by blood. A birth certificate will do, perhaps.

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

34th National Milo Marathon

My Running Diary (scroll to see the full list):

Twenty (20) races. Twenty races under my belt. And I have to say that, this time, my girl and I is a little bit cautious in the races that were joining. No more "I love that singlet" and no more "That's a prestigious race". What were after to now is, "It's for a good cause" and "It's cheap". Hence, battling over registering for a 10K at P500 and 5K at P100 for the 34^th National Milo Marathon, we chose the latter. With just P100 registration fee (plus a pack of at least 300g of Milo) we joined the event.

Thumbs Up

For the 3K and 5K, it is cheap. In fact, the cheapest of all the races that we had joined.
P5 of your registration fee goes to the cause which is "to give shoes to the public schools all over the country"
Around 27,000 runners woke up early last July 4, 2010 to partake in the event. And though huge, the organizers had handled the number properly.
Sufficient hydration booth. Okay, I speak for the 5K runners. I had read that the hydration had gone empty for the last few kilometers of the marathoners.
Certificate at the FINISH line.
Great post race event. We were entertained by the cheer dance competition, a few celebrities, free massage (but we did not avail of it), unlimited cold Milo drinks (refreshing), and photo walls.

Thumbs Down

I only had a single "thumbs down" for this event. Just when everything seem to be perfect, there will always be room for improvement. And that has something to do with the baggage area. Baggage area are installed in the race event venues so that runners can deposit their bags just in case they don't have the vehicle to leave it to, giving the runner the peace of mind that his belongings are in good condition. But to my dismay (and to all the 3K, 5K, and 10K runners who deposited their bags at the baggage area), it was a total disaster. You can see bags scattered on the staircase. The crowd is begging to have at least a systematic approach on claiming their belongings.

I feel sorry for the owner of the bag whose personal belongings were scattered on the floor - Key, flash drive, deodorant were among those.

On the brighter side, I have to commend the policemen who kept their cool. They offer help in the best way that they can, without a word, just pure work.

Monday, June 28, 2010

Ace Hardware Eco-Friendly Run 2010

My Running Diary (scroll to see the full list):

At the end of our run, my girl and I were contemplating on why did we register for this event, ha ha. We sorted the reasons out and concluded that it was all because of the freebies, LOL!

Thumbs Up

This is a run for a cause (for the environment specifically).
Registration includes singlet, bib number, and free mug.
If you have an SM Advantage Card, you'll get free cap too.
A lot of freebies after the race, free massage, and great raffle prizes too.

Thumbs Down

The gun start had been triggered earlier. The 10K is supposedly starting at 5:50AM. But the 10K pack started earlier; thus, we're late.
A lot of runners partake in the event, and the organizers may have overlooked at it. They mishandled that huge runners.
Overcrowded runners on the FINISH line, making it difficult to 10K runners on their second loop.
While having our picture taking at the FINISH line, we spotted a 10K runner who seem to have just finish the race. Unfortunately, no more marshal is present. Too bad.
The line in claiming of the tote bags is pretty long; but I don't need to wait that long for my girl knows how to have it immediately, he he.
Same thing with the baggage counter, unsystematic.

I cannot really comment on the hydration for we did not stop for one. We brought our own. Plus, we won't be waiting for the race result anymore, we DNF. But knowing that this race was organized by the same people behind The Mighty Run, race result might be nowhere to be found too.

with JC Tiuseco

with my girl at the FINISH line

the freebies

The race organizers sure still has a lot to improve. Nonetheless, it was a FUN RUN. We finished our 5K at 0:33:18; wherein we felt that it is shorter than 5K. I even overheard someone that it was just 4.2K.

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Walk the World 2010

My Running Diary:

My list had been growing at a constant rate; and I have to say that I never thought that I could reach this far when I am really hesitant at the beginning. The early wake up and the travel already stresses me out. But I survived, and here I am still aiming at crossing every FINISH line. I guess the thing that pushes me to run is (aside from my girl) is the thought that in every step that I make, I am running for a certain cause, I am helping a certain organization, I am helping a life.

This same thought is what moved me to get up from bed despite the weather (it had been raining recently). I participated in the Walk the World 2010 to end hunger. Together with thousands of runners and walkers, we take away the worry of raining (great that it did not rain, not until everyone is finished). This must be an exhibit of God's providence.

Thumbs Up

Of all the races that I joined, this is the cheapest - PhP250 only. Your registration is already inclusive of their Walk the World 2010 shirt and certificate of donation.
With that amount of registration fee, the event did not fall short of hydration. Booths offered cold water sufficient for all runners.
They use paper cups rather than plastic ones.
I also wanted to place here in the thumbs up of the race the considerable number of participants. It was nice and heart-warming to know that runners somewhat believe in a certain cause, and not just concentrate on running, personal records, or even winning.
Although not many, the runners were still entertained with the dancers and higantes from Pampangga at the post-race event. The masters of ceremony were the Hizon couples from the land of basketball. KC Concepcion also entertained the runners together with the kids.
Knowing that I run in order to end hunger and that I run together with other countries all over the world is an 'x' factor of the event.
Baggage counter is positioned in a cemented area so that if rain comes, our things won't get wet.

Thumbs Down

I guess the only thumbs down for this event is the late gun start. Good thing the weather is that cooperative. I come home with still fresh legs and not weaken by the heat of the sun. God is good.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Nature Valley Run 2010: RunRio Trilogy Leg 2

My Running Diary:

With what had been the result of the Nature Valley Run 2010; I believe the negative feedback from the RunRio Trilogy Leg 1 had already been erased. Indeed, Coach Rio De La Cruz had been true to his words of being able to make it up to us (runners) this time in the Leg 2. Hence, despite the fact that we (my girl and I) were late, the fun run was, indeed, FUN.

With the 11,000 plus runners, making way to the starting line is not that difficult as compared to the first one. Marshals on the starting line were telling 5K runners to make way for us (10K) late runners.
Water stations is that sufficient. There were considerably looooooong table that contains water and 100 plus in the hydration booth, making it easy to get a drink for hydration.
Marshals are equally sufficient together with the KM markers.
Claiming of loot bags after finishing the race has no queuing.
And we (runners) should be proud that we were equivalent to a tree (1 runner = 1 tree).
Race Results were already out a day after the race.

A thing that I dislike about the race was when we (10K runners) have to merge with the flock of 5K runners before our 3K mark. The crowd was that huge. My girl had to run on the plant boxes in order to free herself from that major traffic jam.
As always, I hope runners would have that discipline of not leaving their plastic cups behind. They were putting the runners that are left behind at risk. As for the race organizers, I hope that they would use paper cups instead. Let's love our planet. It's the only thing that we got.

basketball shoot out

I won a Nature Valley notebook by scoring 40+ points