For the first time I had the chance to watch Rock Awards held last Oct. 30. Thanks to Mykol, a fellow runner, who gave me a free ticket so I can watch live band performances. I even had to forego attending the carbo loading party hosted by Takbo.ph runners just to see this show. IContinue reading “High Definition at the Rock Awards 2009”
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A Swarm of Yellow Runners
I experienced running my first half-marathon during the Adidas KOTR last year. This year, I signed up for another 21k KOTR race with the objective of beating my previous PR and treating it as a long run (adding 5k before the race and another 5k after). With fellow KOTR finishers from Takbo.ph and Happy FeetContinue reading “A Swarm of Yellow Runners”
A Cool Respite
After doing a lot of running and racing lately, which culminated during the QCIM race, a good break was all I needed, away from the bustle of city life to commune with nature. How lucky our group was, the Fishers of Men Choir, to get a pretty good package to Coron, Palawan. Airfare was availedContinue reading “A Cool Respite”
The QCIM Experience: Let’s Pace It!
Friday Night: Carbo Loading Party and Pacers Orientation Going to Quezon City was quite difficult, especially, on a Friday night. Thanks to Neil a.k.a. Crash Burn for the ride. But who would like to miss this event? It took me sometime to post this entry, as I myself was quite overwhelmed that night. For me,Continue reading “The QCIM Experience: Let’s Pace It!”
The Rock Conquered: Aquathlon Challenge
It was a feeling of trepidation for the nth time. Being an aquathlon participant was not part of my plan this year. At some point, I did email the organizer that it was a no-go for me. However, the organizer emailed me back to tell me that registration was extended. The spirit of camaraderie asContinue reading “The Rock Conquered: Aquathlon Challenge”
Perfect Pacing and Marathon Angst
Leading the pack of half-marathon runners? This is the same question I’ve been asking myself countless of times ever since I accepted the challenge to be one of the official pacers for the 1st Quezon City International Marathon. Not an easy feat considering that it will be my first time to be a pacer inContinue reading “Perfect Pacing and Marathon Angst”
A Sneak Peek of the QCIM Route
Thankful that Supertyphoon “Pepeng” (international name: Parma) cut across northern Luzon with little damage, I joined the QCIM long slow distance or LSD last Sunday, Oct. 4. I arrived at the University of the Philippines (UP) Oblation, the assembly area, at ten minutes before 4:30AM. More than 60 runners joined in this simulation run. (IContinue reading “A Sneak Peek of the QCIM Route”
Hitting the Wall and the Energy Bar
Few more days or weeks to go and it’s marathon time for almost runners in the Philippines. I’ve been asked before whether snack bars help runners. Hhhm… I did use snack bars during long distance races and LSDs but I admit I really am no expert when it comes to the nitty-gritty of its components.Continue reading “Hitting the Wall and the Energy Bar”
Simulator Run for Marathon Success
Just like any performance—be it recital, concert, musical competition, etc.—needs dress rehearsal. In marathons we call this as a “simulator run”. It prepares the runner’s body and mind for the race. How to be successful on race day? Schedule simulator run at least four to five weeks before the marathon. If you have access toContinue reading “Simulator Run for Marathon Success”
My Thanks To Milo Sports Events
21k female winners of the 33rd Milo Marathon Eliminations, San Pablo City, Laguna leg, September 6, with race organizer and Milo officials. This was sent to me by Milo’s Sports Events & PR, Andrew Neri. Thanks to Sir Amado L. Castro, Jr. a.k.a. Reinier6666 and to Jinoe a.k.a. Manokan Runner & admin of takbo.ph forContinue reading “My Thanks To Milo Sports Events”
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