Run United 2 on June 1, 2014 at the KM Zero, Luneta Park

Running make my Sundays.

Taken at the Run United 2 last June 1, 2014. Near finish line along Roxas Boulevard, Manila.

My official race time is 2:25 for 21K distance.

Runner's Prayer

Hi guys! I would like to re-share this post I have read from my Dailymile friend Reginald.

Photo credits to HoB

Thanks for the nice pic taken by Hangout Buddies (HoB) during the Michelle Estuar's FUNd Racing last November 30, 2011 at ULTRA, Pasig.

See you on the road guys!

QCIM3 on December 04, 2011 - My First Full Marathon Experience

I would like to re-post/share my first Full Marathon (42K) experience last Quezon City International Marathon 2011, this was a post from my running blog, Runners Toe.
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December 04, 2011 at QCIM3 - I conquered my FIRST FULL MARATHON with official finish time of 5:01:15.

I was aiming for a sub 5Hour finish for my first FM but I was short of more than a minute. I am still happy of my results, the route was very challenging with lots of elevation especially at the La Mesa Park and UP Diliman campus and not to exclude the ever famous "killer highway" Commonwealth Avenue with a deceiving elevation.

Plus the unending rain which started at around 7:30 AM, that time I was already at around Ever Gotesco Commonwealth.

This is my photo documentary of my first Full Marathon at the Quezon City International Marathon. For more pics, please visit my Facebook page or click HERE.

Before the 42k gun start. Photo credits to Grace Lao

Inside UP Diliman campus after two turns

At the La Mesa Park, uphill before U turn

After exit of La Mesa Dam

Just outside the La Mesa Dam main gate

Few seconds after crossing the Finish Line

After 5:01H running my 1st FM

With fellow marathoner Grace Lao

With the PF peepz 

It was a memorable first full marathon, nice route elevations, great views of the La Mesa Park and UP Diliman and a cool rainy weather.

See you on the road guys!


UPDATES!

Race Results:

QCIM3 2011 – Race Results

Photo Links:
Quezon City International Marathon Photos – c/o Pinoy Fitness
Quezon City International Marathon Photos – c/o Philippine TeamKaripas
Quezon City International Marathon Photos – c/o Lestsky

Updates source from www.pinoyfitness.com

Countdown to my First Full Marathon at QCIM3 - December 04, 2011

Re-posting from my running blog, Runners Toe, about my first FULL Marathon last Sunday, December 04, 2011 at Quezon City International Marathon. 

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In less than 10 hours, the gun will bang for the start of the 42K event at the Quezon City International Marathon 2011. This will be my first Full Marathon after running seven official Half Marathons since February 2011 and one Afroman Distance (32K) last November 13 at Run United 3.

It's mixed emotions now especially that I am feeling that my body wants to have colds (signs of itchy throat and slight headache since yesterday). I have been bombarding myself with Vitamin C to combat it.

Though I have tried running half marathons with colds, running 42K will be a lot different.

As a motivator, I am posting the finisher medals for both half marathon and full marathon events.

Photo courtesy of JazzRunner

Medals have the same design except that the medal with yellow ribbon has "Marathon Finisher" engraving while the Blue-Ribbon medal has "Half Marathon Finisher" engraving.


For the last time, here's the various race maps for our reference.

Last year's QCIM was my first 10K event, this year it's my first Full Marathon! I will be running under the banner of PinoyFitness.com this time.

See you on the road guys!

Re-post: Making Things Happen as a PF Community-JeepneED

As a proud PF community member, I would like to share/re-post this article from the PinoyFitness.com website.

Last August 2011 when Pinoy Fitness launched the first version of the Technical Shirt aimed to support education, we decided to support JeepneED! Now after 3 months I am very proud to show you guys the Jeep that we all together funded!

The Jeep was for Sarangani and the symbolic key was just recently been turned over (Nov. 14, 2011) to Governor Migs Dominquez by Shaina Tantuico (left) and Erika Pineda (2nd left) at the flag racing ceremory at the Capitol. You can check out the full story at the Official Website of the Province of Sarangani.

Now look at how nicely the Pinoy Fitness logo was placed at the side of the Jeep! But more importantly it’s going to be a symbol how each and everyone who supported the tech shirt helped and will continually help to uplift the education of the students in Sarangani.

This Magic School Bus is equipped with 10 netbooks, 3G hub for internet connectivity, printer and scanner, projector and other basic science materials for a community of five public schools in the province!

This might not be as big as Cleaning the Pasig River or Saving the Dolphins, but it’s a start right!? As a small community we can make a small difference, imagine what we can do as we grow bigger. Hoping for everyone’s continuous support!

Read more: www.pinoyfitness.com

My Advance Birthday Gift - NB MR770 Running Shoes!

Last October 20, 2011, I purchased my advance birthday gift for myself at New Balance Shangri-la Plaza Mall. And it's an NB MR770GR running shoes!

This is stability shoes because I am an overpronator. I got a 9 1/2 size so that it can give enough room for my toes, my regular shoe size is 8 1/2- 9 inches. I just still have some problem with my wide feet.

Since purchased, I have already accumulated at least 50 kilometers mileage with my new running shoes. Longest of which is during the 21K/32K LSD run organized by OK OK Runners last October 30th at the Kilometer Zero, Rizal Park to MOA and into the old walled city of Intramuros.

With the lead group. Photo credits to OK OK Runners

Photo ops time, wow! Photo credits to OK OK Runners

During that LSD, I still suffered some runner's toe injuries but I am hoping that as I use more my NB's I will get rid of that kind of toe injuries.

As also I will be using my new NB's in my upcoming 32KM run at the Run United leg 3 on November 13th, and also for my upcoming full marathon which maybe next year.

My special thanks to Roxanne for the NB gift voucher which gave me 1000 pesos discount. And to all who have supported my love for running through the years.

See you on the road guys and girls!

My Second BLOGGER Blog!

After more than a year of blogging under Blogger.com, I decided to create a second blog entitled RUNNER'S TOE.

It will specifically focus more on RUNNING and PHOTOGRAPHY. My first blog, JOURNEY TO LIFE will still be my personal online diary :-)

I hope you can also follow my second blog. Please click HERE to visit my Runner's Toe blog.

Thank you and a warm welcome to all!

Takbo.ph Runfest on July 24, 2011

I just registered for the Takbo.ph Runfest on July 24th at R.O.X. Bonifacio High Street. It will be my second 10-miler (16K) this year. My first was at the Yakult 10-Miler last March 27th.


I am excited to have my first personalized Bib number. Yey!


Here are the details of the runfest:


Takbo.ph Runfest 2011 5/10/16K
July 24, 2011
Bonifacio Global City

EVENTS

5K, 10K, 16K

REGISTRATION FEES

	Registration Fee	Inclusions
5K	550 Php	Singlet, RFID timing tag, personalized race bib (for early registrants)
10K	550 Php	Singlet, RFID timing tag, personalized race bib (for early registrants)
16K	650 Php	Finishers' Medal, Singlet, RFID timing tag, personalized race bib (for early registrants)

WHERE TO REGISTER

Early registration (3,000 slots only) - May 23 - June 15
- Entitles you to the personalized race bibs and the singlet size of your choice.
- Singlets will be available for claiming by July at BHS.
- Claiming of race kits and singlets will be announced later.

R.O.X.
B1 Bonifacio High Street
Bonifacio Global City
Taguig City
1:00 - 8:00 pm
Mondays to Sundays

ALL TERRA CYCLERY GALLERIA
3rd Floor Robinsons Galleria
EDSA Ortigas, Pasig City
Tel. No. (02) 871-8529

ALL TERRA CYCLERY LIBIS
Club 650 SportsCenter
G/F Rodriguez Jr. Ave.
Libis, Quezon City
Tel. No. (02) 638-2075

ALL TERRA CYCLERY ORTIGAS
Ortigas Home Depot
Ortigas Center, Pasig City
Tel. No. (02) 570 6618

SABAK MAKATI
2235 Don Chino Roces Ave.
(formerly Pasong Tamo)
Makati City
Tel. 819.1733 & 0922.872.2256
Store Hours : 10am - 7pm
Monday to Saturday
(Sundays closed)

SABAK ALABANG
Unit 401-D, Auto Precint
Westgate Center, Filinvest Corp.
Alabang, Muntinlupa City
Tel. 771.1768 & 0922.872.2257
Store Hours : 10am - 7pm
Monday to Sunday

Regular registration (only if needed) - June 16 - July 20
- race bibs will not be personalized
- singlet sizes are subject to availability

ORGANIZER
Leadpack / Takbo.ph

CONTACT

jinoe.gavan@gmail.com

TAKBO.PH RUNFEST 2011 SINGLET DESIGN

*Article source from Takbo.ph


See you on the road guys!

Runrio Trilogy Leg 2 will be Run United 2 on August 21, 2011

I have been searching about the Runrio Trilogy Leg 2 which I learned through my Run United 1  2011 post-race kit flyer that it would be on August 28, 2011 as Run United 2. I was really curious about the schedule because I want to join all of the events of the trilogy for this year, but if Run United leg 2 will be on the 28th of August, I will not be able to make it because we will be in Cebu and Bohol from August 28-31 for out-of-town vacation.

But as I browse at the Pinoy Fitness site, I stumbled upon the August 21 schedule of RU2 and posted a comment there, but until now there was no good response. So I checked on the Runrio website and searched about leg 2 and viola! I found this article - Run United 2 will be on August 21, 2011! YES! And a re-usable timing chip will be used for the first time :-)

Here it goes...

Coach Rio dela Cruz and Unilab are very excited to announce that the Leg 2 of RunRio TrilogyUnilab’s Run United 2 scheduled on August 21, 2011.     is

As most running enthusiasts know,  Unilab races are now among the most popular events that runners look forward to.  Memorable for many reasons such as the filled-up loot bags, exciting race routes, and most especially for the race photo and certificate mailed to the participants.  

And for the RunRio Trilogy Leg 2 Run United 2, Coach Rio is proud to share that another race innovation will be introduced – - RunRio Reusable Timing chip.   As the first race organizer that brought in disposable timing chips in the Philippines, Coach Rio is again setting another first with the reusable timing chip for Run United 2.

All registered race participants in RunRio Trilogy 2 Run United 2 will be getting this reusable timing chip as part of the race kit. And here are more reasons to register for this August 21 event –

1.  Reusable timing chip holders will be prioritized for the Run United 3 with an exclusive 2-week registration period.   Non-holders will only be able to register for Run United 3 beginning on the third week.

2.  No need to purchase the reusable timing chip which will be the official timing device to be used at the Runrio Trilogy Leg 3 – Run United 3 race and soon, for future Runrio, Inc. races. (non-holders will have to purchase the chip upon registration).

Mark your race calendars and be sure to join RunRio Trilogy Leg 2 Run United 2.  Registration details will be announced in www.runrio.com.

Have fun running!


*Article source from www.runrio.com.

 See you on the road guys!

LG Optimus 2X and ME!

I live life to the fullest and I do my best in everything I do, just like my passion in running and photography.

Shot from my 2MP camera phone, against sunset at ROX BHS

Another shot from my 2MP camera phone at BHS

Whenever I have the opportunity and whatever camera I have at hand, I do not miss any shot.

Shots from my 2 yr-old 2MP camera phone

Just like during the 7th Birthday party of my niece-god daughter where I forgot to bring with me my digital camera, that's why I took all of the kid's pictures using my 2MP camera phone. I just love taking pictures, especially to happy moments and beautiful places.

Shots using my 7.2MP digital camera at Manila Seedling Bank

And heart-warming sights...

Shots from my digital camera at Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

And finishing strong after a long distance run...

Shots from my different running events using 7.2MP digital camera

With the new LG Optimus 2X, the world's first dual core smartphone, my need for a high resolution, high pixel camera and mobile phone is rolled into one - creating not just a smartphone but a GENIUS PHONE!

The world’s 1st dual-core smartphone is equipped with the most powerful mobile processor available, the NVIDIA® Tegra™ 2. The dual-core CPU excels at multi-tasking between applications and boosts web browsing performance. Say goodbye to sluggish response times with rapid application start-up. Content can also be enjoyed on larger displays via mirroring through HDMI Interface.

 

LG Optimus 2X Specs:

• 4.0″ display @ 480×800 pixels (Gorilla Glass)
• ARM Cortex A9 1.0GHz dual-core processor (Tegra 2)
• 8GB internal storage, up to 32GB via microSD
• 3G/HSDPA
• WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
• 8MP autofocus camera w/ LED Flash
• 1.3MP secondary front-facing camera
• GPS w/ aGPS support
• HDMI port
• 1500mAh Li-Ion battery
• Android 2.2 Froyo (upgradeable to Gingerbread)

With these genius features, LG Optimus 2X would surely match my speedy, all-around and active lifestyle! I would love to have an LG Optimus 2X at hand whenever I needed to shoot a good smile, lovely spot or a successful run.

“Optimus is more than just smart. It’s genius. Visit lgoptimus.ph for more information!”

You can also check out the new LG Optimus Black, the world's brightest nova display. Click HERE.


Entry # 2 for What makes a smartphone a genius phone blog contest.