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UNHAPPY TRIAD

2012-05-26T00:00:00.000+08:00

FROM WIKIPEDIA

An unhappy triad (or terrible triad, "horrible triangle", O'Donoghue's triad[1] or a "blown knee") is an injury to the anterior cruciate ligament, medial collateral ligament, and the meniscus. The triad refers to a complete or partial tear of the anterior cruciate ligament, medial collateral ligament, and the meniscus. Originally the "unhappy triad" included the medial meniscus and not the lateral meniscus. However, during the 1990's, analysis indicated that the 'classic' O'Donoghue triad is actually an unusual clinical entity among athletes with knee injuries. In this type of injury, acute tears of the medial meniscus always present with a concomitant lateral meniscus injury. However, the lateral meniscus tears are far more common than medial meniscus tears in sprains of the ACL.

Image from http://uk.ask.com/wiki/Unhappy_triad

Yes, that is my current injury. And no, I didn't get it from running. I got it from playing basketball. Playing basketball for less than 10 minutes.

Last May 2, 2012, I was watching this basketball game with my two sons. Take note, that I was only watching the game.

Then came the half-time break. One of the players (Mang Boy) saw me outside of the court. And this what transpired:

Mang Boy : Uy Rod! Gusto mo maglaro? (Hey Rod! You want to play?)
Me : Naka-line up ba ako? (Am I in the line-up?)
Mang Boy : Taga dito ka naman. Pwede yan. (You're from here. It's okay.)
Me : Wala ako uniform. (I don't have a uniform.)
Mang Boy : Meron sa akin extra. Magsapatos ka na. (I have an extra. Put on your shoes.)

Ang hirap pala mag-translate...

Anyways... and so I got my shoes. And played basketball.

I was running up-and-down the court for a good 3 minutes, when I felt a discomfort on my right knee. But I just shrugged it off.

It was nearing the end of the 3rd quarter and I have the ball. And when I heard the timer go from 5...4... 3...

I took the shot at the 3-point line...

And then I heard my knee popped!

Down I came to the floor. Pain on my right knee was unbearable, but I did not scream. I did not scream because I know my kids are watching and I don't want them to worry.

opkors... hindi ako yan. naki-uso lang daw ako kay D Rose. x_X

I just sat on the court for 2 minutes before the other players helped me stand up.

I immediately iced the knee and heard my knee snapped back into place.

After two days, I had my knee x-rayed. Good thing there was no bone fracture.

But when I had the MRI. That is where the doctor saw the extent of my injury.

MRI Result

So goodbye running and basketball... for now.

Do I miss running? Well, yes. But surprisingly not that much.

Do I regret playing that basketball game? No. If the injury didn't happen on that game, I think eventually it will still happen.

Currently, I'm on my second week of rehab. In less than a month, my knee will be up for surgery/operation.

Rehab at San Juan De Dios Hospital

But right now, I feel much better. I think the rehab worked. Mahusay mga PT and Ortho ko. =)

Coach Rio Vs Plane

2012-05-18T00:00:00.000+08:00

WOW!!!! I think, I just heard my knee pop again!

06.02.2012 | MERRELL ADVENTURE RUN

2012-05-16T00:00:00.000+08:00

Today, May 16, 2012 is the last day for registration for the Merrell Adventure Run!

Register now at these Merrell stores:

Merrell - Market Market Trinoma
Merrell - Festival Mall
Merrell - Marquee Mall

For more information about the race, visit the links below:

http://www.facebook.com/MerrellPhilippines
http://www.facebook.com/OfficialMerrellAdvRun

06.10.12 | ONE RUN. ONE FAMILY. ONE LA SALLE.

2012-05-09T00:00:00.000+08:00

WHAT
ONE RUN. ONE FAMILY. ONE LA SALLE.

WHEN
JUNE 10, 2012

WHERE
MALL OF ASIA COMPLEX

REGISTRATION CENTERS

De La Salle University (DLSAA Office)
OLYMPIC WORLD - Trinoma / Alabang Town Center
ROX - BGC
A Runner's Circle - Malate Manila

CATEGORIES | FEES | INCLUSIONS

PRICES

SINGLET DESIGN

ROUTE MAPS

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACE YOU MAY REFER TO THE LINKS BELOW

DLSAA http://www.dlsaa.com

DLSAA OROFOLS3 http://www.dlsaa.com/dlsaa/orofols3

FACEBOOK - DLSAA http://www.facebook.com/DeLaSalleAlumniAssociation

FACEBOOK - DLSAA OROFOLS http://www.facebook.com/orofols

SOME PICTURES OF OROFOLS PART 1 (June 13, 2008)

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.370885759610180.88046.339751842723572&type=3

SOME PICTURES OF OROFOLS PART 2 (July 18, 2010)

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.370887239610032.88048.339751842723572&type=3

05.19.12 | TAKBO PARA KAY KRISTO

2012-05-05T00:00:00.000+08:00

WHAT

TAKBO PARA KAY KRISTO

WHEN

MAY 19, 2012 @ 4:00PM

WHERE

FILINVEST CITY, ALABANG

CATEGORIES | FEES

3K | Php 200

5K | Php 300

10K | Php 500

REGISTRATION CENTERS

Registration starts on APRIL 15, at your PARISH

MAPS

10K MAP

5K MAP

3K MAP

Visit them at www.facebook.com/takboparakaykristo

RUN UNITED RACE EXPO

2012-05-04T00:00:00.000+08:00

As a testament to the level of commitment that ActiveHealth brings to the runners, it has brought in the Team Bike Boutique, the official merchandise partner of Ironman races worldwide, to organize the Run United Race Expo happening on June 13-16, 2012 at the BGC Grounds near Mercato.

The race expo completes the active health experience by gathering runners, sports enthusiasts and their families in this four-day event. Runners can hang out with their friends while checking out the coolest and latest sports apparel. Fitness and athletic brands also present their latest products and services, including gadgets, running gear, among others.

RUN UNITED RACE EXPO in a nutshell... a very graphical nutshell...

Coach Rio dela Cruz said the race expo brings Run United to a whole new level. “Major international marathons like the ING New York Marathon and Chicago Marathon hold their own expos days before the event. Together with UNILAB Active Health, we look at some of the best practices from international races, and apply them to the Run United Series to further enhance the race experience of the Filipino running community.”

CHICAGO MARATHON RACE EXPO

Why are we holding a race expo?

Venue for runners to check out the latest and coolest sports apparel
Fitness and athletic brands can present their latest products and services
Hang out with fellow runners/sports enthusiasts, friends and family
Race kit claiming made more interesting & interactive

Who is Team Bike Boutique?

The only and best event merchandise company in Asia Pacific
Same company that also does all Ironman Stores across Asia & Australia
Sponsors the Alaska Aces, IM 70.3 Philippines and 5i50.

Registration for 2012 Run United 2 is ongoing at the following stores

Riovana at Bonifacio Global City and Katipunan, Quezon City
Toby’s at SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City and SM North The Block, Quezon City

You can check out http://rod-runner-888.blogspot.com/2012/04/061712-run-united-2.html

For online registration, check details at www.unilabactivehealth.com or www.runrio.com.
Registration is until June 3, 2012 on a first come first serve basis.

2012 Run United 2 is for the benefit of GawadKalinga and Children’s Hour.
For more inquiries, check out www.unilabactivehealth.com and www.facebook.com/unilabactivehealth.

06.17.12 | RUN UNITED 2

2012-04-30T00:00:00.000+08:00

WHAT
RUN UNITED 2

WHEN
JUNE 17, 2012

WHERE
SM MALL OF ASIA

CATEGORIES

ASSEMBLY / GUN TIME

REGISTRATION DETAILS
On-line registration : www.runrio.com from April 16 to May 27, 2012 (online registrants will receive their complete race kit including the singlet during the Race Expo.)

In-Store registration : April 30 - June 3, 2012

REGISTRATION CENTERS
Riovana Stores - BGC / Katipunan
Tobys - SM MOA / SM North The Block

SINGLET DESIGN
*singlet size availability on a first come, first serve basis

21K SINGLET

3K / 5K / 10K SINGLET

500M DASH SINGLET

OTHER INCLUSIONS

ACTIVE HEALTH BELT BAG
(to be received at the Race Expo)

RUNRIO TIMING CARD
(to be received at the Race Expo / for 21K runners only)

21K FINISHER SHIRT
(sa finish line po ito makukuha... kaya FINISHER SHIRT ang tawag... at pang 21K lang sya.)

ACTIVE HEALTH SLING BAG
(to be received at the finisher kit tent)

21K FINISHERS will receive the RUN UNITED 2 MEDAL

REMINDERS

Race Kits may run out before June 3, 2012, therefore registration may end earlier than announced deadline.
A Valid ID must be presented upon registration. For group registration, a photocopy of any valid ID & picture must be presented by the representative.
Singlet size availability will be on a first come first serve basis.
A timing device will be used by all participants during the race.
For in-store registrants, keep your registration receipts. You need to present it to claim your Race Kits at the Expo. For online registrants, kindly print and present your confirmation e-mail to claim your Race Kits at the Expo.

Race results will be available within three (3) days after the race in the following websites. www.runrio.com and www.unilabactivehealth.com

Timing and Race Results: feedback@runrio.com

Other concerns and Feedback: info@runrio.com

06.24.12 | 5i50 TRIATHLON SERIES

2012-04-29T00:00:00.000+08:00

Philippine hospitality, ingenuity and its unbelievably beautiful scenery will once again be showcased before the world when Alaska Milk stages the Olympic-distance Century Tuna 5i50 Triathlon Series Philippines on June 24 at scenic Subic Bay.

Alaska Milk Corporation (AMC) President and CEO Fred Uytengsu, through Sunrise Events, Inc. (SEI), introduces the Olympic-distance triathlon race (1.5k swim, 40k bike, 10k run) to local shores. This is the first 5i50 distance triathlon sanctioned by the World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) to be held in Southeast Asia.

“Our aim with this event is to encourage even more people to adopt a healthy lifestyle and embrace multisport training and racing. While we recognize that people may have an Ironman or Ironman 70.3 event as a ‘bucket list’ item, we also realize that you need to start somewhere and this event does exactly that. The distance is challenging for the novice triathlete and we hope to encourage many individuals to start with this distance,” said Uytengsu.

The two-time Ford Ironman World Championship finisher said he hopes to attract more participants in the sport by staging this shorter distance as well as holding relays with separate participants in the swim, bike and run legs of the race.

“We will have several categories in the relay division. We believe that by offering relays, we will end up getting full-fledged triathletes from this group as these participants will discover the joy and challenge of completing all three disciplines,” said Uytengsu.

The entire race will be within the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), a former US Naval base and one of two former major military bases of the United States in the Philippines.

“We are pleased that Subic Bay has agreed to be our host venue for 2012 until 2014. Although Subic Bay has been host to many multi sport events, we will make it our challenge to make the 5i50 another world class production,” said Uytengsu.

Participating triathletes can say they have swum in majestic Subic Bay where mighty battleships were once moored surrounded by breathtaking mountains.

These mountains too will pose another daunting challenge during the bike leg which will feature some vicious climbs.

And like the other run legs in triathlons run in the Philippine, the 10k run route will be lined with spectators, giving the athletes that extra boost from cheering crowds that will help them complete the 51.5 kilometer distance.

Those who are interested in joining the 5150 Triathlon Series may register up until May 31. A fee of US$ 150 for individual and US$ 180 for relay includes 2XU Race Kit Bag, Finisher Medal, 2XU Finisher T-shirt, Carbo Load Dinner and Post Race Lunch.

Title sponsor is Century Tuna, the leading tuna brand in the Philippines. Other sponsors are Alaska Milk, 2XU, David’s Salon, Gatorade, Intercare, Oakley, Timex, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority and media partners Philippine Star and Multisport Magazine.

For more information about the Century Tuna 5150 Series, you may visit http://www.5150philippines.com or email philippines@5150.com.

Fast Facts...

The 5150 Triathlon Series started in the US in 2011 by the World Triathlon Corporation, owners of the Ironman and Ironman 70.3 races.
In the Philippines, the 5150 series will be the first non-drafting event series of its kind and a competitive distance for worldwide professional and amateur participation.

Vibram’s 2012 Spring & Summer Collection

2012-04-28T00:00:00.000+08:00

excerpts from VIBRAM press information kit

VItale BRAMani

For more than 75 years, Vibram has been a trusted leader in performance and innovation in the realm of footwear. Its revolutionary and visionary founder, Italian mountaineer Vitale Bramani, whose name the footwear now carries, foresaw the need for grip, traction and durability on performance shoes and developed the first rubber sole on a mountaineering boot.

This commitment to safety continued in the brand’s quest for the perfect footwear in decades to come, and years of research and the production of millions of soles for the best shoes in the industry led Vibram to its next milestone. In 2005, Vibram introduced the next generation of innovative performance sole design: one that allows the foot to move and work naturally, as if barefoot: Vibram FiveFingers.

Vibram FiveFingers challenges the paradigm of conventional footwear. The thin, flexible, and deconstructed sole allows the foot to curl and flex as nature intended. The five toes are separate just like our feet! Because of these features, every step taken in FiveFingers is a lesson in texture, temperature, and biomechanics that can make us healthier and more connected to our bodies.

Unconventional Footwear with Benefits

A special kind of footwear that can be used for athletic and non-athletic use, Vibram FiveFingers is known for its corrective and therapeutic qualities that no ordinary shoes or sandals can give.

Vibram FiveFingers is different than any other footwear on the planet. Here are five reasons to wear or train in Vibram FiveFingers:

Strengthens Muscles in the Feet and Lower Legs
Improves Range of Motion in Ankles, Feet and Toes
Stimulates Neural Function Important to Balance and Agility
Eliminates Heel Lift to Align the Spine and Improve Posture
Allows the Foot and Body to Move Naturally

When it first came out in 2005, its unconventional features were contested by its critics, debunking the many corrective and therapeutic qualities that conventional footwear are not known to offer. Even its first users thought it uncanny to wear something that resembles their very own feet. However, the unease turned to familiarity, and over the next few years, more and more people took to Vibram FiveFingers as an alternative to conventional shoes and sandals. Soon enough, the unconventional footwear became not only a standard, but a highly recommended choice by the prestigious Time Magazine, which considered it one of the Best Inventions of 2007.

Love Your Feet: Vibram’s 2012 Collection

Explore the joys of natural movement in authentic footwear from the company that started the barefooting revolution. Its newest collection takes pride in the latest innovations that it has incorporated in its models, a tradition that it continued doing for almost 80 years. In the Philippines, Vibram has found a growing market for its footwear for men and women of all ages, and it is launching its newest Spring/Summer 2012 offerings with much anticipation. Like its previous models, all its latest products carry a unique patented Vibram TC-1 performance rubber, which delivers excellent “foot feel” without compromising abrasion resistance. They are also are machine-washable and air-dry.

A fashionable take on the FiveFingers Classic, the Classic Fresca for women runners adds an element of style to the model that propelled the brand. Designed for barefoot balance and agility, it has a lightweight, stretch upper with a back pull-tab that allows you to cinch the topline for an adjustable, secure fit. A hook-and-loop closure holds the tab in place. Durable printing on the toes, sides and heel provides added protection and abrasion resistance. The Vibram performance outsole with serrated blade lug design provides flexibility, durability and optimum traction. The Classic Fresca sole has a Polyurethane reinforced pocket on the big toe for added durability and protection, and a serrated blade lug design that provides flexibility and traction on wet surfaces. It is available in grape/grey/white and grey/blue/white colors.

Unlike any running shoe on the market today, the FiveFingers Bikila was the first model designed specifically for a more natural, healthy and efficient forefoot strike. Built on an entirely new platform, the Bikila offers more plating protection, and distributes forefoot impact without compromising important ground feedback essential to a proper forefoot strike running form. Athletic padded collar and topline and a single hook-and-loop closure finish off this breakthrough design.

Bikila’s tread design for the soles offers more traction over a variety of surfaces, while its EVA arch follows the contour of the foot and reduces weight. Among its features are a 4 mm anatomical pod outsole design that distributes forefoot impact forces without compromising important ground feedback essential to a proper forefoot strike running form, and 3 mm Dri-Lex covered polyurethane footbed for more plating protection and reduced packing over a sustained period of time. It is available in silver/black.

Following in the footsteps of the FiveFingers Bikila, the Bikila LS for women offers a closed speed lace system to accommodate a wider foot or higher instep. It shares the same revolutionary platform as the Bikila to provide superior plating protection and distributes forefoot impact without compromising essential ground feedback. The naturally breathable upper features an athletic padded collar and topline, and road-worthy, abrasion-resistant toe protection. It is available in red/grey black.

The first trail running-specific models, the Spyridon and Spyridon LS provide the perfect balance of “foot feel” and protection on rugged surfaces, as its soles have a stitched-in polyurethane insole that protects the skin and foot, and a molded nylon mesh in midsole that adds a “rock block” effect, dispersing impact over a wider area. A minimalist Vibram rubber sole with an aggressive tread design provides sure-footed grip in all directions and a 3.5 mm rubber sole that maximizes impact protection from stones and debris, while better allowing proper barefoot dynamics. Naturally breathable upper with an adjustable hook-and-loop closure ensures a secure fit. It is available in black/green for men and lilac/black/green for women.

Designed for an enhanced trail running experience, the new Spyridon LS offers a closed speed lace system to accommodate a wider foot or higher instep. The naturally breathable upper has an adjustable hook-and-loop closure for a secure fit, and a minimalist Vibram rubber sole with aggressive tread pattern allows proper barefoot dynamics and “foot feel,” while delivering protection on rugged surfaces. It is available in military green/grey/black for men.

Vibram is available at SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, Trinoma, Planet Sports (Rockwell, Vmall Greenhills, Newport and Glorietta) Tobys (Mall of Asia and Shangrila), Runnr (BHS, Trinoma and Ayala Center Cebu), ROX BHS, Urban Athletics Greenbelt and Chimes Davao.

For more information, call 845-3850, e-mail:marketing@barefootwearinc.com.

Visit the website at: www.vibramfivefingers.ph.

SALOMON - XR Mission (Door To Trail Training)

2012-04-26T00:00:00.000+08:00

Salomon, the innovative outdoor brand, introduces XR Mission, all terrain trail running shoes with speciﬁc men’s and women’s designs and constructions. XR Mission is for runners who train regularly and vary their workouts.

XR Mission Women, first shoe built with Women's Specific Ride

Light, ﬂexible, unbelievably comfortable, the XR Mission is the newest member of Salomon’s award-winning XR family of door to trail running shoes. “The XR Mission is a trail running shoe for people who want to take their training seriously and want lightweight and ﬂexibility,” explains Jeff Dill, Salomon’s Product Line Manager for Trail Running Footwear.

XR Crossmax

The XR Mission is not simply a slimmed-down version of the very popular (but higher mileage) XR Crossmax. New from the ground up, XR Mission is light and responsive with a women’s speciﬁc version. The heart of the shoe is the OS muscle and tendon, Salomon’s patented cushioning midsole and energy returning tendon system. It cushions shocks while improving heel to toe transition, making the shoe simply easier to run in. With a Contagrip™ outsole, XR Mission naturally adapts to variances in terrain, aproviding great grip and rebound on any surface.

XR Mission 1

XR Mission has a host of comfort features that speciﬁcally address the most critical issues runners typically contend with. Sensiﬂex™ is a soft mesh fabric, coated with ﬂexible TPU and placed on the metatarsal area of the foot. This provides great foot support in the forefoot, but reduces bunions that occur in about 30% of runners. Add internal Sensiﬁt and Quicklace, and the Mission adapts comfortably to almost any foot.

XR is also speciﬁcally tailored to the morphology and motion of men and women, respectively. XR Mission Women is the ﬁrst shoe built with Women’s Speciﬁc Ride. In addition to a speciﬁc last shape, asymmetrical ﬁt that wraps medially to support a higher arch and taller instep, common among women, and thicker foam around the heel, XR Mission Women has more and deeper ﬂex grooves to accommodate a lighter average weight and more rigid foot, also common in women. “Developing the XR Mission was very much two different projects,” explains Dill. “Although they look similar, it was critical throughout the process to deﬁne speciﬁc ﬁt and performance characteristics for each gender. We have given women a shoe that is designed for them in every way.”

SALOMON is Available at:
R.O.X. Branches – Bonifacio High Street, Marquee Mall, Ayala Cebu
Toby’s Branches – Mall of Asia, SM The Block
ResToeRun Branches – Abreeza Davao, Festival Mall Alabang, Robinsons Galleria, Glorietta, SM City Naga, TriNoma, Nuvali
Olympic Village Branches – SM North Edsa, Alabang Town Center
The Travel Club Branches – Rockwell, TriNoma
Bratpack Branches – SM City Cagayan De Oro, SM City Davao, Embarcadero, Nuvali; Duty Free Philippines; NAIA Terminal 3; and The Starting Line in Westgate Alabang.

LIKE THEIR PAGE ON FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/salomon.pilipinas

The Primer Group of Companies, Asia’s next retail giant, is the exclusive distributor of Salomon in the Philippines.

my MAYON 360 experience - Part 1

2012-04-25T00:00:00.000+08:00

It was my first time to visit Albay. And if it weren't for Boo's constant prodding and help in acquiring my plane ticket and hotel accommodation, I would have skipped this event again.

APRIL 20, 2012

Our scheduled flight from Manila to Legaspi City was at 6:30AM. I set my cellphones alarm to 4:00AM just as not to be late for my flight. And as usual, I woke up even before the alarm went off. But it was a good thing since I slept early the night before and I still have enough time to check and pack the things I'll be needing for the race on Saturday.

4:00AM

I was already on the road. I took a jeepney instead of a taxi since it was still early and there was no traffic... or so I thought. When I reached the corner of Tambo and MIA road to transfer to another jeep, I noticed that the vehicles were moving on almost snail's pace going to the direction of Terminal 2. And so I decided to walk towards the airport terminal instead. Talk about an early warm-up.

sa erflen with boo & vivs

6:00AM

We started boarding. There was no delay or hassle whatsoever.

Singit lang... Hey PHILIPPINE AIRLINES! You still haven't refunded the double booking that your faulty online system charged!!!

WEIRD UP THERE

The weather was somewhat weird when our airplane was nearing Legaspi. At first it was sunny, then it became gloomy, then it became sunny, then gloomy-sunny-gloomy-sunny-gloomy until we reached the Legaspi Airport.

It was drizzling when the airplane landed in Legaspi. We weren't able to see Mt Mayon, but a rainbow welcomed us instead.

It was huge!

Welcome to LEGASPI!!! (sorry, nakaharang ang erflen)

itutuloy... pag sinipag... =P

05.20.12 | ENSURE TO ENDURE RUN

2012-04-24T00:00:00.000+08:00

WHAT
ENSURE TO ENDURE RUN 2012
Ensure your strength and run for free*

WHEN
MAY 20, 2012

WHERE
BONIFACIO GLOBAL CITY

CATEGORIES

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
1. *To register for free, simply buy Ensure products from April 16 – May 17, 2012 and present your official receipt:

2. Upon registration, you will get a race kit with a BIB number and a singlet.

3. Registration Sites:

Toby’s Sports, SM Mall of Asia – G/F Entertainment Hall
Toby’s Sports, SM The Block – 3/F SM The Block North Edsa
Riovanna Bonifacio High Street – G/F Active Fun Building
Riovanna Katipunan – Unit 305 Regis Center Building

4. Registration Period:

April 16 – May 17, 2012

5. Cash prizes will be given to the top 3 finishers for every category.

6. Special prizes will be given to top finishers, ages 50 and up, for each category.

MAPS

15KM Race Route

10KM Race Route

5KM Race Route

SINGLET DESIGN

04.21.12 | MAYON 360 Albay Ultramarathon

2012-04-03T00:00:00.000+08:00

I wasn't able to run it's first edition last year because of time and work constraints. Many of my team mates from Team Boring was able to run though. Hearing their stories about the race, the route, the people, just made me want to run the race even more.

And I just can't wait to join its 2nd offering...

WHAT
MAYON 360° ALBAY ULTRAMARATHON

WHEN
APRIL 21, 2012 | ASSEMBLY 3:30am | GUN TIME 4:00am | CUTOFF 15hrs

WHERE
PEÑARANDA PARK, ALBAY, PHILIPPINES

REGISTRATION FEE
PHP 850.00

There will be NO race shirt/singlet that will be given to participants in this year's edition.
FINISHER SHIRT will be given to all finishers.

REGISTRATION VENUE
ARC MANILA
OFFICE OF THE LIGA NG MGA BARANGAY
BALDRUNNER.COM
MAYON360.COM

MAP

HYDRATION

Hydration is provided by Magnolia Purewater, Magnolia Healthtea, Magnolia Fruit Drink and Magnolia Lifedrink

Below are the locations for the hydration stations. Medical Aid station will start at the 4th Hydration Station. Please also see the map for the hydration station position.

1st BUSAY, DARAGA
2nd CABANGAN, CAMALIG
3rd LIBOD, CAMALIG
4th MORERA, GUINOBATAN
5th TUBURAN, LIGAO CITY
6th & 7th BATANG, LIGAO CITY
8th BUANG, TABACO CITY
9th QUINASTILLOHAN, TABACO CITY
10th & 11th TABACO CITY
12th SAN JOSE, MALILIPOT
13th SAN FRANCISCO, STO. DOMINGO
14th LIDONG, STO. DOMINGO
15th ARIMBAY, LEGASPI CITY
16th BONOT, LEGASPI CITY

HOTEL PARTNER

For more information, visit MAYON360.COM

RUN FREE! at NatGeo Earth Day Run | 04.22.12

2012-04-02T00:00:00.000+08:00

~~FREE RACE KITS for NatGeo Earth Day Run 2012!~~

HERE ARE THE LUCKY RUNNERS!!!

Mary Gold dela Cruz - 1 free race kit for 3K

Jeffrey Oroga - 1 free race kit for 5K

Remmus T. Abatayo - 1 free race kit for 10K

Ariel C. Suello - 1 free race kit for 21K

Claiming of prizes will be at the NatGeo Earth Day Run Registration Kiosk at the Ground Floor of Greenbelt 3 at the Ayala Center, Makati - you have to register there so that you will be the one to enter your details.

You can now claim your FREE registration at the Greenbelt 3 registration center (ground floor, left wing) starting April 10, 2012. Registration Kiosk is open during Mall Hours.

Please bring a VALID ID.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Sa ibang sumali at hindi pinalad... next time po. Maraming salamat! =)

~~A runner can only win 1 race kit!~~

~~To have the chance to win, please "LIKE" National Geographic Channel Philippines Facebook page~~

https://www.facebook.com/pages/National-Geographic-Channel-Philippines/178004392209695

~~Then leave a comment on this blog, with the following:~~
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~~NAME:~~
~~ADDRESS:~~
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~~Please follow the instructions. Pag hindi sumunod... Sorry na lang po.~~

Good luck!!!

04.22.12 - EARTH DAY RUN 2012

2012-03-19T00:00:00.000+08:00

WHAT
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EARTH DAY RUN

WHEN
APRIL 22, 2012

WHERE
FORT BONIFACIO GLOBAL CITY

CATEGORIES

REGISTRATION PERIOD
CASH REGISTRATION runs from MARCH 12, 2012 - APRIL 15, 2012
ONLINE REGISTRATION runs from MARCH 10, 2012 - APRIL 15, 2012

REGISTRATION VENUE
GREENBELT 3, Ground Floor Left Wing for Cash Registration
ONLINE REGISTRATION http://www.natgeorun.com/2012/registration

MAPS

For more information you can visit http://www.natgeorun.com/2012/

Tatlong taon ng walang ka-kwenta-kwentang blog...

2012-03-05T00:00:00.000+08:00

Naka tatlong taon na pala itong blog ko. Biruin mo yun?

Nahawa lang ako sa mga runner / blogger na gustong mag-kwento ng kanilang mga karera.

Pero hindi ko dito sa blogger.com inumpisahan magsulat... Nilipat na post galing sa lumang friendster ang aking unang nilagay... (oo, ako na ang baduy)

Sinipag mag-sulat at nasundan ng isa pang post...

At naulit ng naulit...

Ginawa ko itong blog na ito para may paglagyan ako ng kwento ko, ng mga nakikita ko sa mga karera.

Hindi ko ginawa ito para magkaroon ng libreng race kit.

Nakakakuha ako dati ng libreng race kit dahil sa sister company ng dati ko pinapasukan ang isang brand ng relos (TIMEX... ehem).

Well... noon yon. Saka hindi naman palagi. Nagbabayad din naman ako. (depensib lang?)

Kung tama ang aking pagka-alala... ang unang race na nakakuha ako ng libre as a blogger ay yun 2nd QCIM noon 2010. At nasundan pa ng iba.

May mga nakapila na naisulat ko na, pero medyo kulang pa eh. Kaya di ko pa ma-post.

Meron kwento tungkol sa BDM 160 ko na dalawang beses ko na ginawa. Di ko natapos yun unang 160... yun sumunod natapos ko kaso beyond cut-off. *sniff*

Anyways, salamat sa mga nakiki-subaybay sa walang ka-kwenta-kwentang blog na ito. Medyo tinatamad ako mag-sulat ng mga walang ka-kwenta-kwentang kwento kaya puro mga race schedules ang madalas nakalagay.

03.25.12 - FIC RUN 2012 (BGC)

2012-02-25T00:00:00.000+08:00

WHAT
FOX INTERNATIONAL CHANNELS (FIC) RUN

WHEN
MARCH 25, 2012

WHERE
BONIFACIO GLOBAL CITY

CATEGORIES | FEES
500m FOX Costume Run | Php 150
3K STAR Movies Lifestyle Run | Php 550
5K STAR Movies Lifestyle Run | Php 650
10K NATIONAL Geographic Run | Php 750

REGISTRATION SITES
RIOVANA, BGC
RIOVANA, Katipunan
ATHLETE'S FOOT, Robinson's Galleria
TOBY'S, MOA

visit www.runrio.com for more details

WAIT!!!! Don't close it yet... more race details below!!!
Also check out my first DKK (Dagdag Kaalaman Korner) at the bottom. ;)

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Fox International Channels (FIC) provides a bit of each TV channel’s flavor and a whole lot of fun in the FIC Fun Run on March 25, 2012 at the Bonifacio Global City. Participants can play dress up, *hobnob with celebrities and support a worthy cause.

The event gives runners the opportunity to choose and participate in any of the four races organized by FIC featuring different lifestyle themes representing its four key channels. It will have four race categories that include an advocacy ~~marathon~~ run aimed at raising funds to support the various projects of partner non-government organizations (NGOs).

Participants may register in the 500m Fox Costume Run, 3K Star Movies Blockbuster Run, 5K Star World Lifestyle and the 10K Nat Geo Run For a Cause. Those who are interested to join may register either via online or phone, at RunRio stores (BHS and Katipunan) and event partner stores. Each race (except for the 500m) category has its own singlet design.

Come dressed in your favorite character and run alongside fellow enthusiasts and sponsor mascots in the 500m Fox Costume Run. Fifty runners in costume will compete and make a dash for the finish line. Limited edition Fox DVD will be raffled off after the race.

Star Movies rolls out the red carpet for movie aficionados in the 3K Star Movies Lifestyle Run where writers, film producers and movie directors are expected to show their support to the event. For a bit of a movie trivia and a tad of inspiration, popular quotes from movie characters will be setup along the course. A home entertainment system is up for grabs in the raffle draw.

According to the print at back of the singlet...
you can be a PRODUCER, a WRITER, a DIRECTOR!

Run with *panache – this is the battle cry of lovers of fashion and fitness when they run the 5K Star World Lifestyle Run featuring a red carpet along the route to mimic the paparazzi scene. Brush elbows with models, celebrities and other prominent personalities expected to show up in their running shoes. If you’re feeling lucky, you might just bring home gift certificates for a shopping spree at the end of the race.

Be a CELEBRITY, a FASHIONISTA or a MODEL

Have fun while reaching out to others in the 10K National Geographic Run for a Cause. The race is in partnership with 10 select non-government organizations and seeks to raise awareness for their respective advocacies. Among the partner NGOs are Physicians for Peace, ICANSERVE Foundation, Virlanie, Greenpeace, Philippine Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, World Vision and Gawad Kalinga. The first 500 registrants will compete in the name of their advocacy.

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DKK - Dagdag Kaalaman Korner

words below are found in the article. these are words that caught my attention and in my own opinion are rarely used . word definitions are taken from http://www.thefreedictionary.com

hobnob [ˈhɒbˌnɒb]

vb -nobs, -nobbing, -nobbed (intr; often foll by with)
"Participants can play dress up, HOBNOB with celebrities and support a worthy cause."
1. to socialize or talk informally
2. Obsolete to drink (with)
[from hob or nob to drink to one another in turns, hence, to be familiar, ultimately from Old English habban to have + nabban not to have]

panache [pəˈnæʃ -ˈnɑːʃ]

n
"Run with PANACHE"
1. a dashing manner; style; swagger he rides with panache
2. (Clothing & Fashion) a feathered plume on a helmet
[via French from Old Italian pennacchio, from Late Latin pinnāculum feather, from Latin pinna feather; compare Latin pinnāculum pinnacle]

Free!!!

2012-02-21T22:52:00.001+08:00

image from http://images.free-extras.com

Asteeg di ba??? Nakakita lang ng FREE!!! Sorry, bored lang. ;)

Vaseline Men XTERRA Off-Road Triathlon Series

2012-02-18T00:00:00.000+08:00

Vaseline Men, the fastest growing men’s skin care brand in the Philippines with a comprehensive range of products designed for men like facial wash, moisturizer, lotion and body wash and Sunrise Events, Inc., invite you to conquer your limits in the world’s premiere off-road triathlon event with the Vaseline Men XTERRA Off-Road Triathlon Series. Consisting of three legs, Pang Rave Run, XTERRA Weekend and Putik Pare, each activity promises to deliver a challenging yet enjoyable experience for all hard core runners, athletes, sports enthusiasts and adventure-seekers.

Kicking off the Vaseline Men XTERRA Off-Road Triathlon Series is the Pang Rave Run, a trail run slated on February 26, 2012. The event will have an exciting course with magnificent views at the Timberland Heights in San Mateo, Rizal. It will feature a demanding trail run in 22- 10- and 5-kilometer categories all with very exciting cash prizes up for grabs. Online registration is already ongoing at the Vaseline Men XTERRA website. To register, log on to www.xterraphil.com or visit any RUNNR or ROX store.

The excitement reaches fever pitch on March 17-18 in Liloan, Cebu for the Vaseline Men XTERRA Weekend. Featuring trail run and triathlon races, the event promises to challenge even the most seasoned athletes. This year, XTERRA brings triathletes to the pristine waters and the rough terrains of Liloan, Cebu for a more exciting set of challenges that will surely test the athlete’s strengths and limits. One of the key segments of the triathlon is the ‘graveyard,’ aptly called due to the difficult terrain that it will pose in the mountain bike leg. The Vaseline Men XTERRA Team has exerted all efforts to ensure that the entire race route, including the run leg through the fishing lagoon Papa Kits, will be an interesting yet challenging segment for all participating athletes.

The Vaseline Men XTERRA Weekend in Cebu kicks off with a trail run on March 17 also at Liloan, Cebu. It will feature a demanding trail run in 21, 10 and 5 kilometer categories all with cash prizes both for the male and female categories.

More importantly, top age group finishers for the 21K trail run will qualify for the world championships for the XTERRA Trail Run slated in Hawaii this year. Registration for the March 17 Trail Run is ongoing at www.xterraphil.com and in all Runner Stores nationwide.

The Vaseline Men XTERRA Weekend caps off with two triathlon events on March 18 with the XTERRA Lite and the XTERRA Philippines Championship. The XTERRA Lite involves a 500-meter swim, 30-kilometer bike and a 5-kilometer run. On the other hand, the XTERRA Philippines Championship involves a more grueling challenge with a 1.5-kilometer swim, 30-kilometer bike and a 10-kilometer run. All of these will take place in scenic Liloan, Cebu. Apart from winning exciting cash prizes (total pro prize money is US$15,000), the top age group finishers will vie for 40 slots to the XTERRA World Championships in Maui, Hawaii. Registration for the March 18 Triathlon events is also already ongoing in the Vaseline Men XTERRA Philippines website (www.xterraphil.com).

Finally, this remarkable series reaches its climax on November 18 with XTERRA Putik Pare at Clark, Pampanga. Like the Xterra Weekend in Cebu, Putik Pare will also feature trail run and triathlon activities. The literal translation of Global XTERRA Event entitled “Muddy Buddy,” this event is a duathlon relay involving a trail run and mountain bike, ending with a now-famous Putik Pit. Those who have the will to gut it out also stand to win amazing cash prizes from Vaseline Men XTERRA.

So this year, prepare to conquer it all at the Vaseline Men XTERRA Off-Road Triathlon Series. To know more, log on to www.xterraphil.com or visit www.facebook.com/vaseline. You can also visit our partner stores – ROX and Runnr for more details.

The Vaseline Men XTERRA Off-Road Triathlon Series is also sponsored by Alaska, Timex, Gatorade, Summit Water, David’s Salon, LBC, AirPhil Express, Prudential Guarantee, 2XU, Dusit Thani Manila and media partners The Philippine Star, Multisport, SBR and Studio 23. Host venues for this year are Timberland Heights in San Mateo, Rizal, and Amara, Porter Marina, and Papa Kit’s in Liloan Cebu.

03.04.12 - RUN UNITED 1

2012-02-14T22:17:00.001+08:00

WHAT

RUN UNITED 1

WHEN
MARCH 4, 2012

WHERE
SM MALL OF ASIA

RACE DETAILS

CASH PRICES

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Start of ONLINE registration - www.runrio.com (Jan. 30 - Feb 19, 2012)
In Store Registration Partners (Jan 30 to Feb 26, 2012)

Riovana Store BGC (Mon-Thurs: 11am to 9pm | Fri-Sun: 10am to 10pm)
Riovana Store Katipunan (Mon-Sun: 10am to 8pm)
Toby's, SM Mall of Asia (Mon-Sun: 12nn to 8pm)
The Athletes Foot, Robinsons Galleria (Mon-Sun: 12nn to 8pm)

Unilab Special Registration until Feb 17, 2012
Discount Scheme 10% discount for series registration

REGISTRATION INCLUSIONS
All categories will receive a Singlet, ULAH Race Bib Holder, Bib w/ Timing Chip, Riovana 10% Discount Stub, Finishers Bag & Drinks, Race Analysis, Free Pics
*Only 21K finishers will receive a medal and shirt

Kids Singlet

Adults Singlet

UNILAB Active Health Race Bib Holder

21K Finishers Shirt

21K Finishers Medal

MAPS (click on the images to see a larger view)

SHUTTLE SERVICE

RunRio/Unilab Active Health will be providing a SHUTTLE SERVICE for 21km participants. The service will have the SM Mall of Asia as its pick-up point and will bring the 21km runners to the 21km starting line at the BGC.
Why SM Mall of Asia as pick-up point? The race owners and organizers considers those 21km runners who may have other members of the family who will be running a shorter distance so SM Mall of Asia is a more feasible originating point. Besides, there are more available parking areas there than in BGC.
More details and mechanics for the Shuttle Service will be posted once available.

BAGGAGE AREA/SERVICE
Baggage Services will be available at the BGC race area in the form of ROVING BAGGAGE SERVICE VANS which will be on standby prior to race start and will move to the SM Mall of Asia to bring these checked-in baggages to the designated Baggage Claim Areas.

03.25.12 - GLOBE RUN FOR HOME 2012

2012-02-09T00:00:00.000+08:00

WHAT

GLOBE RUN FOR HOME 2012

WHEN

MARCH 25, 2012

WHERE

Cebu International Convention Center

CATEGORIES | FEES | ASSEMBLY TIME | GUNSTART

21K | Php 700 | 4:30am | 5:00am
15K | Php 600 | 5:00am | 5:30am
10K | Php 500 | 5:15am | 5:45am
5K | Php 400 | 5:30am | 6:00am
3K | Php 300 | 5:45am | 6:15am

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Registration is from February 1 to March 16, 2012

ON-LINE* Registration: (payments via credit card only) at www.globe.run.com.ph/run
Note: Online registration is recommended for participants who are based outside Cebu. Deliver fee will be charged on top of the registration fee. Runner's kit will be delivered to the specified address of online registrants on or before March 23, 2012

ON-GROUND Registration Venue: (cash payments only)
1st level, Paseo Ciudad, Ayala Center, Cebu
Runner’s kit can be claimed upon registration on February 1 to March 16, 2012 from 10AM to 8pm at the 1st level, Paseo Ciudad, Ayala Center, Cebu.

Runner’s kit will be given once the participant has completed the registration process.

Runner’s kit will include the following items:
• Singlet (sizes will be subject to availability
• Timing Chip
• Race Bib Number
• Finishers medal for 21km

MAP

SAUCONY - Back! Finally!

2012-02-05T00:00:00.000+08:00

My first running shoe was a Saucony. And this was way back in the early 80's when other shoe brands were busy focusing on developing basketball shoes. I don't know what happened but Saucony suddenly disappeared from the local market.

Fast forward to 2009 when I started joining fun runs. I saw a few people wearing the shoe with the "S" and 3 dots logo. Sadly the shoe can only be bought overseas.

But today, SAUCONY is back in the Philippines!!! Finally!!!

Saucony’s new line of performance running gear

is finally in the Philippines

The long wait is over! Global athletic brand, Saucony, is finally here in the Philippines to power up the running experience of Filipino athletes and runners with its latest line of innovative footgear.

Filipino runners used to get their pair of Saucony shoes from the United States. But with the arrival of this industry giant to the country, they can now easily lace up a pair of Saucony shoes and further understand why athletes and hard core runners from all over the world are raving about it.

In fact, some of the world’s best athletes such as professional American sprinter Porscha Lucas, 2008 U.S. Olympian Magda Lewy Boulet, top US road-racer Jason Lehmkuhle, and Olympic athlete and two-time World Championships gold medalist Wallace Spearmon, recognize the positive impact of Saucony shoes in their respective fields of sports.

“As we bring this global brand into the Philippines, we encourage our runners to try out our new products and experience maximum performance and efficiency in running.” according to Quenie Ganancial, Concession Coordinator of Saucony.

Saucony is recognized for combining performance, innovation and style in all its array of technical footgear for running, trail running and racing.

For technical running, Saucony introduces the ProGrid Kinvara 2 and Hattori – both are minimally constructed, lightweight and responsive for enhanced movement.

ProGrid Kinvara 2 features a 4mm heel-to-toe drop that encourages more of a mid-foot strike and is made of light and breathable mono mesh material for a comfortable sock-like fit and support. The Kinvara was awarded “Best Debut” by Runner’s World Magazine.

On the other hand, Hattori mimics the barefoot running feel but with just the right amount of protection from the elements of the road. It features a 0 mm heel-to-toe drop allowing runners to take a more balanced running form.

For trail running, there is Saucony ProGrid Peregrine, which has won the coveted “Editor’s Choice” award also by Runner’s World magazine. It allows runners to not only run the trail, but connect with it, thanks to its ultra-flexible, low-rider profile.

For runners who tend to over pronate, Saucony offers ProGrid Omni 10 - a stability shoe that helps lock the foot into the platform, thereby, providing excellent support for a more controlled and stable transition.

Saucony running shoes come in vibrant colors that echo the vim and vigor of zealous runners.

As Saucony debuts in the Philippines, it is launching a new brand campaign, “We know … Because we run.” This campaign celebrates Saucony’s authenticity and emotional connection with runners everywhere by capturing the defining moments of the running community.

By creating the best shoes and gear on the planet, Saucony strives to inspire every runner, on every run, on everyday.

To test and experience the innovative technology of Saucony’s latest footgear, visit RUNNR in Bonifacio Global City and Trinoma; and Riovana in Bonifacio High Street and Katipunan. Saucony is also available in SM Department Stores: Fairview, Makati and soon to open in Manila and North EDSA.

Check out Saucony in Facebook: www.facebook.com/SauconyPhilippines.

02.26.12 - DON BOSCO FUN RUN 2012

2012-02-04T00:00:00.000+08:00

WHAT

DON BOSCO Run Jump Make Noise 60th Anniversary Fun Run

WHEN

FEBRUARY 26, 2012

WHERE

In celebrating the Salesians presence in the Philippines and all the good they have seeded, there will be a simultaneous Fun Run in six (6) areas :

Quirino Grandstand, Manila
Nuvali, Laguna
Clark, Pampanga
San Jose, Nueva Ecija
Naga City
Legazpi City

CATEGORIES | FEES | GUN START

3K / 5K / 10K | P350 | 6:00AM

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Registration is from February 4-24, 2012

Don Bosco Mandaluyong
Don Bosco Makati
Don Bosco Tondo
Don Bosco Naga
Don Bosco Legazpi
Don Bosco Pampanga
Don Bosco Canlubang, Laguna
Don Bosco San Jose, Nueva Ecija
ROX, Bonifacio High Street
Chris Sports, Festival Mall
Chris Sports, SM North Edsa
Chris Sports, SM Megamall
Chris Sports, Glorietta
Chris Sports,SM MOA

CAUSE

Fundraising Activity for a Trust Fund for the marginalized youth

RIOVANA - Run With Your Receipts Promo

2012-02-01T00:00:00.000+08:00

Below is the promo mechanics of RIOVANA Store's on-going promo:

1. Customer will need to accumulate Php5,000.00 receipts in Riovana Bgc & Katipunan from January 28 – February 28, 2012
2. Customer will receive Riovana Gift Certificate amounting to Php500 pesos.
3. GC is not convertible to cash.
4. This Promo is not in conjunction with any other promos
5. Riovana Gift Certificate is valid 1 year upon issue
6. Redemption is valid 60days afrter promo period.
7. Participating Stores- Riovana BGC and Katipunan

Extra Juice

2012-01-26T00:00:00.000+08:00

Got an Energizer® EnergiStick earlier.

I'll be testing it on the road come BDM 160 on January 28-29, 2012. I'm hoping that this will add extra battery life on my Garmin 305.

The battery of my Garmin 305 died on me after covering 80.57km or 13hrs48mins on the road during BDM 102 last March 2010.

I'll make a review after the battle this weekend. Cheers! (parang robot lang... o_0)