Friday, November 19, 2010
32-21-21
32-21-21 is not my vital statistics but the kilometer distance we are set to run in three weekend races. Starting this Sunday, Swthrt and I are set to take on the 32K challenge on Run United 2. This will be our longest run since the Rexona Run 2010 where we joined in the 21K category. On November 28, it will be a birthday run for Swthrt, a 21K during the BGC Run. Who knows, she might be the lucky winner of the Chevy to be raffled off. The last 21K will be our distance category participation in the 2nd QCIM on December 5 2010. Yes, we have opted to do the 21K rather than the full 42K because of lesser training runs logged. One thing I have learned in this sport is that you have to treat every distance with respect. Running the full marathon is no easy task. You have to go prepared. After the Adidas KOTR, I have laid low in my training due to some medical condition I’m experiencing. After visiting my doctor and having accomplished some lab test, I’m off to run again. Update and details on this will be posted soon.
RMCHS Batch 82 First Family Fun Run
For us, running is not only a sports but a family affair too! Last November 14, 2010, Batch 1982 of the Ramon Magsaysay (Cubao) High School held its first family fun run inside the UP Diliman. The event aims to strengthen camaraderie among batch mates through a healthy cause. The affair dubbed “Takbo, Lakad, Chika” exactly described the said gathering. The proceeds of the fun run will be used as initial funds for this year’s Christmas party of the batch. Details on this will be announced soon. The fun run was initiated by the batch’s 2 Bottles Club (2BC) with the support of various section representatives. A good number of batch mates with their families grace the occasion despite the fact that it was Pacquiao versus Margarito boxing match.
The fun day
Swthrt and I arrived at UP at around 5:15 am. We decided to do a couple of rounds of the academic oval before proceeding at the registration area at the side parking lot of the Bahay ng Alumni.
After we have registered and made some chika with batch mates, we continued our run to complete our 10K goal for the day as part of our training. At around 6:30 am, we returned at the venue and prepare for the event. I opened the event with a prayer after which batch mate Robert Cornelio thanked and welcome the participants. I led the stretching before we started the run.
When everyone was finished, we did some raffle of prizes donated by some of our generous batch mates. Food (Carrot cupcakes) and drinks (Powerade and Real Leaf Tea) were also provided courtesy of Liza Diño. The day ended with a family picture taking for souvenir. It was obvious that everyone who participated enjoyed the gathering.
So to those who missed the fun day, hope to see you next time!*Pictures grab from RMCHS82 e-group site
Friday, November 5, 2010
Corregidor International Half-Marathon for Dummies
Corregidor International Half-Marathon for Dummies*
Make Your CIHM Participation One for the Books
Q: Is the Php2500 (early-bird rate)/Php3000 (regular rate) too expensive for a race in the Philippines?
A: Not so. Relative to the ever increasing registration fees of races in Metro Manila, the participation fee in CIHM is actually very reasonable, and almost a steal. Sun Cruise’s regular rate per person for a daytrip to Corregidor that includes round-trip ferry, a group-guided tour of the island, and a lunch buffet is Php1,900.00. The CIHM package, excluding the guided tour, offers all participants round-trip ferry, a full lunch buffet on race day, a genuine dry-fit race shirt, race backpack, race bib equipped with an RFID timing chip, a classic Finishers’ Medallion, access to the Carbo-loading Bonfire Party, and a ticket to a mercury-rising after-race bash that is the CIHM Victory Party.
Q: Does the registration fee cover accommodations in the island?
A: No. Accommodations, however, range only from P1600 to P2400 per night per room. A standard room could accommodate three persons comfortably. It may be arranged through Sun Cruises at these numbers: 8346857/8346858 / 5275555 loc 4511 or 4512.
Q: Is there any other option for accommodation if I were to go overnight?
A: Yes. CIHM participants may opt to camp out with their own tent. They only have to make a one-time payment of Php200 per tent to Sun Cruises. The camp site is at the parade grounds adjacent to the South Dock and facing the beach. Those who will camp out need not worry about their lavatory needs. Though spartan in nature, there are more than ample clean washroom and restroom cubicles that are very proximate to the tent grounds.
Q: Still concerning those going overnight, where could they avail of their meals ?
A: Sun Cruises operates Corregidor Inn where CIHM participants may dine out in a welcoming restaurant. Alternatively, there are several kiosks in the island such as that in McCarthur’s Inn where participants may check out other meal options.
Q: Will CIHM participants camping out be allowed to bring camping stoves?
A: Mini camping stove or similar devices that will produce a relatively minimal combustion may be allowed to be brought in by participants who will camp out.
Q: Are bikes allowed to be brought along?
A: Owing to space limitations in and weight restrictions of the ferries, CIHM participants are disallowed to bring along their bicycles.
Q: Will Corregidor be open to regular tourists on the day of the race?
A: No. The island will be exclusive to CIHM participants on Dec 18 and 19. This means that CIHM racers could totally enjoy a traffic-less and urban-nuisance-free race amidst a dramatic backdrop, and that is only in Corregidor.
Q: Where can foreign nationals, residing outside the Philippines, intending to join CIHM get information on Philippine visa requirements?
A: They may check out the tab “Philippine Visa Information for Foreign Participants” in the CIHM website www.corregidor2010.runningmate.ph or other veritable websites on the net.
Q: Can registered participants have their own pacers?
A: Yes but only if the pacer is also a registered CIHM participant. The race will strictly adhere to the “No Bib, No Race” policy.
Q: Will there be a sweep time for CIHM participants?
A: None. CIHM participants need not worry about being swept off the race course after a particular time. However, for a participant to finish the race, he/she needs to reach the half-way checkpoint on or before 1hr45min from gunstart. Participants who will be unable to do so, however, will be awarded with a 10K Achiever medal and will be brought to the Finish area onboard the Sun Cruises tranvias. All participants who will successfully finish the 21k distance will be awarded with the CIHM Finishers’ Medallion
Q: How many hydration stations will there be on the race course?
A: There will be 8 hydration stations, including one at the finish area, at 2km interval from each other.
Q: Will there be first aid stations along the race course?
A: Yes. First aid, actually, will be integrated with the hydration stations. Aside from this, a mobile paramedic team will also be in place.
Q: What is the unique selling point of Corregidor International Half-Marathon?
A: It is the idea that all CIHM participants will have the rare opportunity to run on sacred grounds and all their determined efforts will be cheered on by the glorious memory of heroism of our noble predecessors. Then there’s the bonus of an after-race Victory Party where participants could let their hair down to celebrate their achievement.
Make Your CIHM Participation One for the Books
Q: Is the Php2500 (early-bird rate)/Php3000 (regular rate) too expensive for a race in the Philippines?
A: Not so. Relative to the ever increasing registration fees of races in Metro Manila, the participation fee in CIHM is actually very reasonable, and almost a steal. Sun Cruise’s regular rate per person for a daytrip to Corregidor that includes round-trip ferry, a group-guided tour of the island, and a lunch buffet is Php1,900.00. The CIHM package, excluding the guided tour, offers all participants round-trip ferry, a full lunch buffet on race day, a genuine dry-fit race shirt, race backpack, race bib equipped with an RFID timing chip, a classic Finishers’ Medallion, access to the Carbo-loading Bonfire Party, and a ticket to a mercury-rising after-race bash that is the CIHM Victory Party.
Q: Does the registration fee cover accommodations in the island?
A: No. Accommodations, however, range only from P1600 to P2400 per night per room. A standard room could accommodate three persons comfortably. It may be arranged through Sun Cruises at these numbers: 8346857/8346858 / 5275555 loc 4511 or 4512.
Q: Is there any other option for accommodation if I were to go overnight?
A: Yes. CIHM participants may opt to camp out with their own tent. They only have to make a one-time payment of Php200 per tent to Sun Cruises. The camp site is at the parade grounds adjacent to the South Dock and facing the beach. Those who will camp out need not worry about their lavatory needs. Though spartan in nature, there are more than ample clean washroom and restroom cubicles that are very proximate to the tent grounds.
Q: Still concerning those going overnight, where could they avail of their meals ?
A: Sun Cruises operates Corregidor Inn where CIHM participants may dine out in a welcoming restaurant. Alternatively, there are several kiosks in the island such as that in McCarthur’s Inn where participants may check out other meal options.
Q: Will CIHM participants camping out be allowed to bring camping stoves?
A: Mini camping stove or similar devices that will produce a relatively minimal combustion may be allowed to be brought in by participants who will camp out.
Q: Are bikes allowed to be brought along?
A: Owing to space limitations in and weight restrictions of the ferries, CIHM participants are disallowed to bring along their bicycles.
Q: Will Corregidor be open to regular tourists on the day of the race?
A: No. The island will be exclusive to CIHM participants on Dec 18 and 19. This means that CIHM racers could totally enjoy a traffic-less and urban-nuisance-free race amidst a dramatic backdrop, and that is only in Corregidor.
Q: Where can foreign nationals, residing outside the Philippines, intending to join CIHM get information on Philippine visa requirements?
A: They may check out the tab “Philippine Visa Information for Foreign Participants” in the CIHM website www.corregidor2010.runningmate.ph or other veritable websites on the net.
Q: Can registered participants have their own pacers?
A: Yes but only if the pacer is also a registered CIHM participant. The race will strictly adhere to the “No Bib, No Race” policy.
Q: Will there be a sweep time for CIHM participants?
A: None. CIHM participants need not worry about being swept off the race course after a particular time. However, for a participant to finish the race, he/she needs to reach the half-way checkpoint on or before 1hr45min from gunstart. Participants who will be unable to do so, however, will be awarded with a 10K Achiever medal and will be brought to the Finish area onboard the Sun Cruises tranvias. All participants who will successfully finish the 21k distance will be awarded with the CIHM Finishers’ Medallion
Q: How many hydration stations will there be on the race course?
A: There will be 8 hydration stations, including one at the finish area, at 2km interval from each other.
Q: Will there be first aid stations along the race course?
A: Yes. First aid, actually, will be integrated with the hydration stations. Aside from this, a mobile paramedic team will also be in place.
Q: What is the unique selling point of Corregidor International Half-Marathon?
A: It is the idea that all CIHM participants will have the rare opportunity to run on sacred grounds and all their determined efforts will be cheered on by the glorious memory of heroism of our noble predecessors. Then there’s the bonus of an after-race Victory Party where participants could let their hair down to celebrate their achievement.
*from the race organizer
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Flash Announcement for CIHM Registration
All Treat, No Trick:
Early-Bird Rate for Corregidor International Half-Marathon is Back!
Halloween may be over but the party is just starting for all fans of Corregidor International Half-Marathon. Here’s the treat. All runners who intend to join the CIHM may still avail of the Php2500 early-bird rate through the following conditions:
Early-Bird Rate for Corregidor International Half-Marathon is Back!
Halloween may be over but the party is just starting for all fans of Corregidor International Half-Marathon. Here’s the treat. All runners who intend to join the CIHM may still avail of the Php2500 early-bird rate through the following conditions:
(1)Register on-line via www.runnersrunner.com/corregidor2010
(2)Alums of Conquer Corregidor
(3)Wear your Finishers’ Medal from any of the race you have participated in during the year upon personal registration at Second Wind/Runnr on these dates: Nov 6, 7, 13, and 14
So what are you waiting for? No need to grab those long broom sticks to do the trick.
So what are you waiting for? No need to grab those long broom sticks to do the trick.
Hit that keyboard or the road to your nearest registration center before the race slots quickly vanish in a snap.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
KOTR2010
Being one of the most awaited road races in the country, the Adidas King of the Road 2010 was a goal- setting event. I myself have set a goal for this event. I was hoping to set a new PR with Swthrt in the 10K category. Though we haven’t run much during weekdays, we consistently have our weekend runs at UPD covering a distance of 10K to 21K. So I was quite confident that we can clock a better time on this race. But not until a couple of days prior the race day that I have been experiencing heart palpitations from time to time. I also easily get tired even with minimal physical exertion. I told Swthrt about it the night before the race sending her to an alarming state because she knew I had a history of hyperthyroidism and angina (chest pains) before I started running two years ago. Having this in mind, Swthrt was really worried about me running the race. I assured her that if I felt any discomfort while running I will stop at once.
The Race
We woke up early, took a nice oatmeal breakfast and off we go to the site. JM our eldest son will be running his 2nd KOTR in the 5K category. Upon settling down after having parked our car, Swthrt and I went to the group of 10K runners waiting for their release as the 21K runners were sent off to start. JM went on to run around while waiting for their turn. Swthrt and I went to a very slow starting as I continue to monitor my heart rate (I used the heart monitor given to me by my cousin Noel). Swthrt was always asking me if I’m feeling OK. I knew she was more conditioned to run and set a PR on this one but she opted to stay with me. As we traverse the narrow road near DOE, I was gaining confidence that I can finish the race. We were slowly picking up our pace. I was even excited seeing JM among the first group of 5K runners when we came across near the Home Depot area. He was having fun as he was running fast. Swthrt and I continued on as I would either jog slowly or briskly walk if I felt my heart beating fast or if I was grasping for air. As we reached the Kalayaan flyover, I was really getting exhausted but managed to run/walk until we get to the top. Swthrt would run ahead of me but would either wait or run back at me to make sure I’m running OK. We were able to make the last U turn of 10K runners. I prodded Swthrt to go on ahead of me but she wanted to make sure I’m doing well. Eventually, I was able to convince her that I will be fine for the rest of the race route and that I wanted her to go ahead and run her pace and still be able to set a good time. Good thing she made it to the finish line four minutes ahead of me. Swthrt can do better than that if not only she was keeping pace with me almost the entire race. We were both glad to have finished the race without any problem. And yes, no PR for this race, not this time. We enjoyed the rest of our time roaming around and eating the free breakfast pack meal and looking for JM who set a new PR of 24:00 for the 5K.
We woke up early, took a nice oatmeal breakfast and off we go to the site. JM our eldest son will be running his 2nd KOTR in the 5K category. Upon settling down after having parked our car, Swthrt and I went to the group of 10K runners waiting for their release as the 21K runners were sent off to start. JM went on to run around while waiting for their turn. Swthrt and I went to a very slow starting as I continue to monitor my heart rate (I used the heart monitor given to me by my cousin Noel). Swthrt was always asking me if I’m feeling OK. I knew she was more conditioned to run and set a PR on this one but she opted to stay with me. As we traverse the narrow road near DOE, I was gaining confidence that I can finish the race. We were slowly picking up our pace. I was even excited seeing JM among the first group of 5K runners when we came across near the Home Depot area. He was having fun as he was running fast. Swthrt and I continued on as I would either jog slowly or briskly walk if I felt my heart beating fast or if I was grasping for air. As we reached the Kalayaan flyover, I was really getting exhausted but managed to run/walk until we get to the top. Swthrt would run ahead of me but would either wait or run back at me to make sure I’m running OK. We were able to make the last U turn of 10K runners. I prodded Swthrt to go on ahead of me but she wanted to make sure I’m doing well. Eventually, I was able to convince her that I will be fine for the rest of the race route and that I wanted her to go ahead and run her pace and still be able to set a good time. Good thing she made it to the finish line four minutes ahead of me. Swthrt can do better than that if not only she was keeping pace with me almost the entire race. We were both glad to have finished the race without any problem. And yes, no PR for this race, not this time. We enjoyed the rest of our time roaming around and eating the free breakfast pack meal and looking for JM who set a new PR of 24:00 for the 5K.
Post race
I guess all the bad luck must have been absorbed by our car as we have front wheel flat tire when we returned to the parking lot. JM and I had to change tire before leaving the place. As for my health condition, I will see the doctor ASAP for a thorough check up. Come Monday, Swthrt and I had a good 45 minute recovery run in our village and spent a lot of time watching DVD movies for a deserved rest. Thank God for a great long weekend for us.
I guess all the bad luck must have been absorbed by our car as we have front wheel flat tire when we returned to the parking lot. JM and I had to change tire before leaving the place. As for my health condition, I will see the doctor ASAP for a thorough check up. Come Monday, Swthrt and I had a good 45 minute recovery run in our village and spent a lot of time watching DVD movies for a deserved rest. Thank God for a great long weekend for us.
Race evaluation
This year’s edition of KOTR had a new route. The narrow and pot hole filled road near DOE created some traffic jam for runners. The marshals were also not able to control the 10K runners in giving way to the coming 21K runners. I’m sure these 21K runners were having a hard time and have been annoyed by the incident. There were few marshals manning the race route. The water stations were strategically positioned (at least for the 10K route) but with less staff to man this stations. I also noticed that there were no timing mats for recording split time at crucial turn around points making it prone to cheating. I just hope they will do better next time.
This year’s edition of KOTR had a new route. The narrow and pot hole filled road near DOE created some traffic jam for runners. The marshals were also not able to control the 10K runners in giving way to the coming 21K runners. I’m sure these 21K runners were having a hard time and have been annoyed by the incident. There were few marshals manning the race route. The water stations were strategically positioned (at least for the 10K route) but with less staff to man this stations. I also noticed that there were no timing mats for recording split time at crucial turn around points making it prone to cheating. I just hope they will do better next time.
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