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”
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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”
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”
Storm Ondoy Aftermath
I’ve seen on TV some people who’ve lost loved ones from the floods. There are still plenty out there stuck in their rooftops including our friends in the arena of running. Some areas are still flooded, without power, and without potable water to drink. Hope you’re all safe and sound right now with your lovedContinue reading “Storm Ondoy Aftermath”
Race Course Accuracy: What About It?
Within my two-year stint of racing locally, I’m no longer surprise to hear complaints or disappointments from either fun runners or the hardcore ones. Could’t blame them. After all they did train and prepare for it. Some kept tab on their personal records. Others, being their first, wanted it to be a legitimate one. SomeContinue reading “Race Course Accuracy: What About It?”
Mommy MilkShake Year 3
I intentionally didn’t register for Mommy Milkshake this year to give way to other runners. But a nagging thought kept telling me to join so just two days before the race, decided to call the organizer (crossing my fingers) hoping to get a slot. However, I was told by the staff that registration was alreadyContinue reading “Mommy MilkShake Year 3”
Quezon City International Marathon
Last September 8, I attended the bloggers meet for the launching of the 1st Quezon City International Marathon at Kabisera Bar and Grill, Bonifacio High Street. L to R standing: Vince, Dave De Leon, Guests, Jun C, Guests, bloggers RunningPinoy, Forefoot, Jazzrunner, Kenkoy Runner, Passion Runner; seated: Bananarunning, Changeling Child, Kulit on the Run, Rose,Continue reading “Quezon City International Marathon”
Milo Marathon Elimination Race in San Pablo City, Laguna: My Milo Story
Not even tropical storm “Labuyo” (Dujuan) could stop some runners from going to Laguna to join the 33rd Milo Marathon elimination race held last September 6. Just a few weeks back, while being online over takbo.ph shout box, I was invited by running buddies Joseph (Prince), Gab (Dirty Sanchez), Rod (Red), and Topher (DocT) toContinue reading “Milo Marathon Elimination Race in San Pablo City, Laguna: My Milo Story”
Why Do You Run?
So you’ve been running, say, for months, or, in years. No longer a newbie that you were then. And may be have been running and joining races more often, or, are looking forward to races scheduled this year. I quote from my previous entry. RUNNING … it’s painful, tedious and most of all, exhausting. ItContinue reading “Why Do You Run?”
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