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“Be doers of the Word and not hearers only.” James 1:22

Coaches are teachers. Their job is to instruct players. Great coaches work hard to prepare their players for competition. They study their opponent, and come up with a game plan to produce the best possible outcome. Great coaches are constantly looking for ways to improve. But for all the hard work and effort great coaches give, it’s meaningless if their athletes don’t respond.

Imagine a coach doing his or her best to teach the team, prepare them for competition and then once the athletes got in the game, they all decided not to do what they had been taught. The coach would be upset and the team would be unsuccessful!

James 1:22 tells Christians, to “be doers of the Word and not hearers only.” Sometimes we know what we are supposed to do because we know what God’s Word says, but we just decide not to do it. God wants us to read His Word and listen to Him, but if that’s all we do, then we are forgetting the most important part. It’s in “doing what He says” that we let the world know that Jesus loves them, that He died for them, conquered sin and death, and wants a personal relationship with them. So keep listening to God, but make sure you take action as well.

Be a Hero, Run for HERO, Run YAMAHA

Yamaha Motor Philippines, Inc. (YMPH) through its President, Mr. Takehsi Yano will make something Different aside from providing the Filipino people with quality motorcycles. YMPH will host Run for Heroes, a run not only intended for serious runners but also for families and friends. Part of the proceeds from the race will go to Help Educate and Rear Orphans (HERO) Foundation, an Ayala Group initiative. The foundation provides an education support for the children of soldiers from the Armed Forces of the Philippines who died or permanently incapacitated in the line of duty.

Yesterday, 26 May 2011, YMPH and Runrio launched the project in a bloggers’ and media night held at the Yamaha Y Zone Shop at the Ortigas Center in Pasig City. In his welcome speech, Mr. Yano emphasized on the need of a healthy lifestyle for everyone, and at the same time making something Different for the community. Coach Rio and Sir Angelo of Runrio presented to the attendees the new and exciting route for the runners of different categories (3-5-10-21K). Representatives from the HERO Foundation likewise gladly appreciated and thanked YMPH for their advocacy and support. To make the event more Different, YMPH also announced that it will contribute 1M pesos to the foundation should the targeted 10,000 runners will be met.

So what are you waiting for? Be a Hero, Run for HERO, Run YAMAHA!
Registration for the Yamaha Run for the Heroes starts on May 30. Be part of the 10,000 runners!

For more information, visit http://www.yamaha-motor.com.ph/ or http://www.runrio.com/

Has the fire and enthusiasm in running and blogging gone?

I knew running as a sport has been in the country for a long time but I’m glad to have been part of the great resurgence two to three years ago. I found a new interest in running three years ago when you can still keep track of all the races held in Metro Manila. There were only one or two races then, held every month. But things have drastically changed over the years with the emergence of running blogs that ignited the fire and enjoined everyone to jump on the bandwagon of road races. I myself has been bitten by the bug so to speak. Today, simultaneous races are happening not only on Sundays but even on Saturdays. But has the fire and enthusiasm of runners to run and blog gone?

What I have noticed lately is that blogs now serve as venues for advertisements, promotions, contests and inspirational articles are now commonly relegated to a simple race recap. I have nothing against this type of blogging. I too have been promoting races, injecting advertisements on this site. But I have been missing those inspiring articles by other bloggers that encourage others to run and go beyond their limits, challenging everyone to level up in distance races. This was what pushed me to strive hard, train hard and finish my first 10K race, 10 miler, half marathon and finally a full marathon. The exchanges of comments, reactions and even gatherings of bloggers added to the fun and excitement of running a road race. Yes, the numbers of runners in races today have significantly increased since then, but I have been missing those runners whom I get to know in races and blogs that in one way or another have influenced me to run. I hope you’re still running, or has the fire in you to run already died out? Or could it be that most of you have embarked into a greater challenge of ultra-running (road or trail) or multi-sports (duathlon, aquathlon,triathlon). If so, then good for you and I salute you for taking up the challenge.

But I still hope to read more encouraging stories, motivational articles and inspiring thoughts in my favorite running blogs and rekindle the fire to run and finish the race we have started. I too will try my best to do my share. See you on the road!

New Gun Start Schedules for Greenfield Clean Air Run and AKTV Run

To give the best running condition to runners in every runrio organized races. The Greenfield City Clean Air Run and the AKTV Run gun starts were adjusted accordingly.

Greenfield Clean Air Run
500m/ 5:55 Am
5km / 5:45 Am
10km / 5:35 Am
21km / 4:45 Am

AKTV Run
3km / 5:55 Am
5km / 5:45 Am
10km / 5:35 Am
21km / 4:45 Am

Live Active! Run AKTV!

TV5 and Runrio, Inc. held a press’/bloggers’ night to discuss details on the upcoming AKTV Run to be held on June 05 at the SM Mall of Asia. The fun run is a kick-off event to launch TV5’s AKTV, the newest sports block on IBC channel 13. Mr. Vito Lazatin of TV5 introduced the new sports-oriented show, while Mr. Angelo, the General Manager of Runrio discussed the race details of the AKTV Run. There was also an open forum after the presentation.

The AKTV Run features a race in four categories: 3K, 5K, 10K and 21K. For runners who race frequently in MOA, there is a new twist for the 3K and 5K route, while the 10K and 21K route are totally new for runners to experience. The gun start for 21K category was also set earlier at 4:45am instead of 5:15am. The early morning race program will be hosted by Manu Sandejas and Chiqui Roa, hosts of the TV5 Saturday sports profile show, Astig. Runners and their families can enjoy a fun fair after the race at the MOA grounds. There will also be sports tents where people can watch and participate in live demonstrations and instructional coaching on different sports. There will also be photo booths of various TV5 shows and booths from Cartoon Network, Disney and Batibot for the kids to enjoy. Food and beverage booths will also be made available for everyone.

Interested participants can register online at www.interaksyon.com/aktv. Regular in-store registration will run from May 5-22 at the following sports and running stores: RUNNR (Bonifacio High Street, Taguig), ROX (Bonifacio High Street), Toby’s (SM Mall of Asia), Planet Sports (Glorietta and Trinoma), The Athlete’s Foot (Alabang Town Center and Robinsons Galleria). For more details about AKTV Run, log on to the TV5 news portal www.interaksyon.com/aktv.

The Reebok Zigtech Run

Reebok introduces a new technolgy and adventure

Tired of running the usual road races of the same race routes? Well, a different fun and thrill await runners in this year’s Reebok Zigtech Run. First in its class, the Road and Vertical Run brings 15K Runners to scale the Kalayaan Flyover and run vertically the 5-level parking lot of the nearby CVC Law Center. The race was launched during a bloggers’ night held last Monday, 16 May 2011 at Paul Calvin’s Restaurant in Fort Bonifacio. Reebok also introduced its new Zigtech technology in footwear and apparel which event was attended by popular bloggers/runners in the metro. Representatives from Reebok PH gave away raffle and game prizes for everyone to enjoy.

For race details, please visit: http://zigtechrun.pepsquadevents.com/

Thrill Run @ Nuvali

Another no frills but all thrills run brought to you by frontRUNNER Magazine this coming July ...

Registration Venues:

ANTEL PLATINUM TOWER
154 Valero Street, Salcedo Village,
Makti City
84302487

A RUNNER'S CIRCLE
Aloha Hotel, Roxas Blvd., Manila
567 4786

or Contact

Jonel Mendoza - 0922 822 9342
frontrunnermag@gmail.com


SPO2 Darius "Jojo" Paguia - 0919 445 8113 / (049) 531 2294
ORLD (R4) PRO CALABARZON
Camp Vicente Lim, Calamba, Laguna

Gold for Goldilocks

Tired but not wasted, that’s how we described our Golidlocks 21K run. We were never race-active for quite some time. Last Sunday’s race was my longest since Run for Home 15K, and Condura 42K (for Swthrt). The Run to Build 3K experience( a week prior to Goldilocks’) was very helpful tune-up run for us. Days before the 21K, Swthrt and I decided to treat this as our LSD run. We have to condition our mind to keep a steady pace all throughout the race. In the past, we often fall into the trap of a fast start that would render us wasted in the latter part of the race. This time, it was an enjoyable run for Team JRunning!

The Race
We arrived early at the venue to make sure that we will have enough time to warm up. When we enter the coral, we saw familiar faces of friends like Mariel, Bards, Vener and Xty, Jet, Rod. Fireworks welcomed runners celebrating Goldilocks 45th Anniversary and soon after we were off to a good start. Though it was really tempting to run fast in the early stage we managed to hold on to our projected pace. Swthrt and I constantly reminded one another of our goal which was to train ourselves to run at a constant pace as possible all throughout the race. The run around Bonifacio was good except that I found the new route having too many turns and U-turns. With the huge number of runners participating, the road seemed too narrow and runners crowded especially on U-turn points. It was already getting hotter by the time we approached the Kalayaan flyover going to Buendia Ave.. The gun start could have been earlier to spare the runners from the summer heat. I think the 5:15am start was a bit late. The Buendia leg of the race was another good run as we continue to be steady on our pace with some walk breaks. Marshals and traffic enforcers were effectively doing their jobs at every road intersection. Water was abundant in long tables positioned strategically. The return bout with the Kalayaan flyover was more challenging with the intense heat zapping every runner’s energy. With a few more kilometers, turns, u-turns and impending leg cramps going to the finish line, Swthrt and I were enjoying our run. We successfully finished our goal for the day and it was great!

Team JRunning Run 2 Build Result

Great Run for Team JRunning!

Run to Build Buddy Run

It was our first race in Ortigas Area, at the Tiendesitas which was held last Saturday, 07 May 2011. Team JRunning registered in the 3K -Agape Run (buddy run) and found the race enjoyable. Since it was always hard for us to run the first 3- 5Km since we seldom join short distance events, Swthrt and I went to the venue early to have a good warm up run before the race. It was surprising to see Kenyans and Pinoy elite runners into the race. I was not aware of the pot money at stake but it seems that it was of considerable amount to entice elites.

Though we run for fitness, we now seldom join races, and this run served its purpose for us to have again the feel and excitement of joining races. The buddy run is tailor-fit for us since we have been running together at pace with each other in almost all the races. We also love seeing couples running together whether they are love partners, father and son, mother and daughter or simply just friends. It was also great to see and chat with friends like Jun and Mariel (Solemates) and Vima who were busy with their task in organizing the race, and other friends who were church members of CCF.

Congratulations to Runrio! We hope that this will not be our only race in the Ortigas area. To CCF, may you continue share Christ and his good news of salvation to others, God bless!

Our next race, Goldilocks 21K…. see you there!

"Iba, Zambales 400th year 1st Mayor Ad Hebert Deloso Fun"

Greetings from Pro EventsWork Corporation!*

We would like to invite you to run with us on "Iba, Zambales 400th year 1st Mayor Ad Hebert Deloso fun run" event this May 29, 2011 at IBA, ZAMBALES.

This event is not only covered for the fun run, but also launch of the IBA, ZAMBALES prime tourism tours such as the MAGALAWA ISLAND, a naked white sand beach and the Mt. Tapulao, an 8,000 ft. virgin mountain perfect for trekking spot. The target runners for this event is 5,000 tapping the enthusiastic registrants from Pampanga, Tarlac, Olongapo, Pangasinan, Bataan and Baguio.

A tent city will be established at the beach front on may 28, 2011 for the runners who wish to stay overnight. Food concessions will suite the runners who wish to picnic and have bonfire with their families.

In partnership with Iba, ZAMBALES local tourism and The Flying Shadows- an international pilot's organization promoting the 1st AERO-SPORTS in the Philippines, where tourists may experience high flying through micro-lites, paragliding, extreme aero-sports exhibition in Iba, Zambales Spot on May 29, 2011.

We are also launching a promo to Early Bird Registrants such as

6 + 1 on all registration outlets wherein 6 registration gets 1 Free race kit on same category.

-and-

Early Bird Magalawa Island 1 day tour - for FREE! after the fun run in the morning wherein 50 early bird registrants on all registration outlet sites are entitled for a (1) raffle entry to be drawn on May 15,2011.

50 EARLY BIRD entries will be SELECTED

Names of the winners will be posted on www.proeventswork.com and facebook acct. of IBA ZAMBALES RUN

Tent city, Hotels and Shuttle Accommodation will also be posted soon!

singlet for male

singlet for female

Registration sites Available are

ROBINSONS GALLERIA Watch Republic
SM BAGUIO Timex

If you have any question regarging the details pls call (02) 507-8676 or
0926-7152270.

We are hoping to hear from you soon.

thank you !

Regards!
Angeline Lachica
Project Manager
ProEvents Work Corp.

0926-7142270
(02)507-8676
alachica@proeventswork.com

*Invitation from Angeline Lachica of Pro EventsWork Corporation

Back in races for Team JRunning

After our major race last February, the Condura Skyway Marathon, we have only joined two other races, the Globe Run for Home -15K and Takbuhang Pisay 5K Fun Run at our son’s school. Our family vacation in Singapore was also great chance to explore the place through running. Though we have not joined any races there, we have run several times around Bukit Panjang. Photos were posted in this blog and at Team JRunning facebook page. It was indeed a wonderful experience to run in other places. We just hope that we could join a race at Singapore sometime. How about the Runrio Series International? Calling on coach Rio….



Summer vacation for kids also allowed us to run on mornings before going to our respective offices. To be focused on training, Swthrt and I decided to join the Runrio Series Goldilocks Fun Run - 21K on 22 May 2011. Though we don’t expect to break our PRs, this race will serve as part of our training perhaps on another full marathon race as there are several marathons scheduled on the second half of the year.


But before the Goldilocks’ race, we have a last minute decision of joining the Run to Build Race at Tiendesitas. It will be our first race at the Ortigas area. We intended to join the 10K category but registration is already closed as told to me by the Runrio staff at RUNNR. We just opted to make it a real fun run by joining the Agape 3K category, a buddy run (2 people will run together and must finish together) instead.

We hope these two races would spike up our training to bring us back in tip-top shape for our next marathon or ultramarathon as the case may be.