The Amazing T socks

What I know was that running was supposed to be a basic sport that may only require comfortable running apparel and rubber shoes. But with the advent of running boom in the Philippines and the opening of many running stores everywhere everything about running become so technical. Runners now have to know what their type of foot is to buy the right type of shoes for them. Even shorts or tights had become scientifically designed to aide runners. Running gadgets such as gps watches, ipods, mp3 players and more abounds in the market. Probably the least attention given to is the pair of socks runners wear. When I started running, any sports socks would do but when I was introduced to a specially design and manufacture socks for runners such as Thorlos, socks now matters.

Swthrt and I was one of the lucky bloggers/runners invited and given Thorlos running socks during its launch in the market. These socks given us have been tested several times in various running condition and different distance race categories and have proven to be above par from other brands. The price may be quite expensive but given the advantages it covers any amount it may cost.  The common experienced of getting blisters after a long run is now history. The socks perfectly hug the feet for added comfort while running.

In the recently concluded TBR Dream Team Run, the Thorlos socks were again used by Team JRunning. The race started at 4:30 am in cold weather condition but with our team’s projected time finish of three hours or more, we were welcome by the intense heat of the sun in the latter part of the race. I was then feeling a burning sensation under my feet probably because of friction plus the heat emitted by the concrete road on our way back to the finish line. I was thinking of the possibility of having blisters after the race. As soon as we crossed the finish line my feet really hurts. We have a few photo shoots in the activity area before we proceeded to our car.

We immediately change clothes and put on our slippers to relax our tired feet. Much to our surprise, we have no blisters on our feet. We have finished the tough 21K race course of the TBR Dream Team Run. As a reward, Swthrt and I bought another pair each of Thorlos socks. This time we want to try the Experia. We are confident that it’s worth the investment. Thanks to Kalvin for the assistance and the freebies.  

Reliving the Dream Marathon

The TBR Dream Team Run last November 17, 2012 was a blast for Team JRunning. It was our first race to run with a new team member and in a uniform singlet. For our teammate Mae, it was a wonderful experience finishing her official 21K race. For us, it was a time of remembering our first run at Nuvali as we recall every road we took of the 2010 Batch of the TBR Dream Marathon.   

Our first journey

When I started running sometime in 2008, it was all for health reason. As I begun to love the sport, it brought me to a higher level. I progressed from a 5K fun runner to a marathoner at Condura Run in 2009. It was an ecstatic experience for me but it was nothing compared to running a full marathon side by side with Swthrt. When the Bullrunner, Jaymie, organized the first Dream Marathon for beginners and first time marathoner, Swthrt immediately signed up. It will be a dream-come-true for her to finish a marathon just like I did. Little did we know, it will be our first marathon running together? Jaymie opened the event to second time marathoners and the rest is history (click here for our Dream Marathon story).

Going back at Nuvali

The TBR Dream Team Run allowed us to trace back memories of our first marathon together. Not only that, it also allowed us to share the experience with a friend whom we knew also like running. Team JRunning arrived at Nuvali quite early. As they say “the early bird catches the early worm”, we had the first chance of a photo shoot with the BullRunner. 

With a few runs as preparation prior to this race, we came determined to have fun and finish the race. As we returned to Nuvali, it brought back memories of our first Dream Marathon. The Dream Team Run had a different course than our race back then in 2010 but it was the same as last year’s race route as it was announced before the gun start. Our team was led by Swthrt as she was the strongest among the three of us and with me at the tail end (that is the reality), hehehe. We have a great start with a cool morning breeze but the route was tough especially on those long inclined roads. We tried to encourage one another and were able to run/walk alongside each other in most part of the race. As we came near the finish line, the sun was up and it became hotter and hotter. I had a burning sensation under my feet. I felt I was having blisters. It was painful and I was really feeling uncomfortable. Everyone in the team was already tired and had to master all remaining strength in us to run the last 1K to the finish line where our son, Josiah was patiently waiting to take photos of our final push to end the race. We felt great as we were handed the finisher medals. We immediately proceeded to the event area and savor our victory of conquering another race. The Krispy Kreme donuts and Evervon Activ Recovery drink was a wonderful treat for all the runners. We also got our finisher’s shirts and freebies.  As a reward, Swthrt and I bought for ourselves new pairs of Thorlos socks.

A great reunion race for TBRDM alumni

As expected, it was a well organize race with Jaymie, Jun and Neville on top of it and the rest of the TBR team efficiently manning their post. The fun continued with the full support of Unilab Active Health, Krispy Kreme, Thorlos and other sponsors with their booth at the venue area.

Congratulations Jaymie and thank you for allowing us alumni of TBR Dream Marathon to relive the day when our dream of finishing a marathon became a reality. God bless!

Run BGC 2012 Race Route

Updated race route maps for the upcoming Run BGC race on Sunday, Nov. 25.

Registration for this race is

extended until Friday, Nov. 23.

See you on Sunday at Run BGC!

Rip the Road Unleashed

RACE MECHANICS

Rip the Road is an annual series of five competitive 10K races with a championship race at the end of each season.

In each leg, the top 3 over-all male and female winners will be awarded, as well as the champion and runner-up in five age groups:

• 30 years old & below
• 31-35 years old & below
• 36-40 years old
• 41-45 years old
• 46 years old & above

Only the top 1,000 runners will qualify for the championship race (free entry)

Runners must finish at least 2 legs to qualify for the championship race. Qualifying time is the average of a runner's 2 fastest finish times.

Winners and the top 250 finishers of the championship race will be invited to the Night of Champions awards dinner (free entry)

RACE DATES

Rip the Road 1: Unleashed	November 25, 2012
Rip the Road 2	January 13, 2013
Rip the Road 3	February 17, 2013
Rip the Road 4	March 17, 2013
Rip the Road 5	April 14, 2013
Rip the Road Championship	May 12, 2013

OTHER EVENTS

Pre-Championship Race Packet Pick-up & Pasta Party	May 10, 2013 (venue tio be announced)
Night of Champions Awards Dinner	May 24, 2013 (venue to be announced)

ASSEMBLY, START/FINISH & ACTIVITY AREA

Glorietta 3 Park, Ayala Center, Makati

RACE ROUTE

Makati Central Business District (see map)

The same race route will be used for each race

RACE TIMES

Assembly Time:	5:00 AM
Starting Time:	5:45 AM

REGISTRATION FEE

P650 per race

Plus a one-time purchase of a reausable timing tag for P150:

• Timing tag can be used for all other races during the season
• Replacement timing tags will cost P250

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

1. Become a Ripper:	a. Log on to Rip the Road website
	b. Go to REGISTER NOW and input the required data
	c. Accept the terms & conditions and SUBMIT
	d. You will be issued a Ripper's ID Number and Ripper's ID card
	- Your Ripper ID contains your personal information (no need to input data every time you join a race)
	- You will use your Ripper's ID card each time you register for a race
	- You will need your Ripper's ID number to access your account, check race results, photos, change your profile
2. Register for the Race:	a. Go to a Registration Center
	- Planet Sports Glorietta 3
	- Planet Sports Trinoma
	- Planet Sports Alabang Town Center
	b. Present your Ripper's ID Card
	c. Pay the registration fee and get your race kit

REGISTRATION DATE FOR RIP THE ROAD 1:UNLEASHED

November 9 – 22 or until all the slots filled up (only 2,000 slots available)

PRIZES

All Race Finishers:	Limited special-edition finisher's technical shirt
Leg Winners:	Over-all males and females
	- 1st place	Trophy, P5,000 cash & other perks
	- 2nd place	Trophy, P3,000 cash & other perks
	- 3rd place	Trophy, P2,000 cash & other perks
	Age-group males and females
	- Champion	Trophy, P1,000 cash & other perks
	- Runner-up	Trophy, P500 & other perks
	Special prizes will be given to runners who finish 3 or more races
Championship:	Over-all males and females
	- 1st place	Trophy, P50,000 cash & other perks
	- 2nd place	Trophy, P30,000 cash & other perks
	- 3rd place	Trophy, P20,000 cash & other perks
	Age group males and females
	- 1st place	Trophy, P3,000 cash & other perks
	- 2nd place	Trophy, P2,000 cash & other perks
	- 3rd place	Trophy, P1,000 cash & other perks
	Top male and female Filipinos will be sent compete in an international 10k race (race to be announced)

Sin Tax Run @ P16

This race is for a small price to pay gaining for a big cause. It is Runrio's way of giving back to the running community the promotion of a healthy lifestyle through an advocacy run. It aims to push the passing of the Sin Tax Bill which would finally make the prices of tobacco products inaccessible to children and young adults and the less privileged sector of our society.

Let us support this cause for a clean and healthy lifestyle for the Filipinos!

Registration starts on November 19, 2012!