frontRUNNER Magazine - The Valley Trail Challenge

I am a newbie in the world of ultra-marathons... after finishing 4 ultra distance races and dnf'd on the 1st 100 miler in the country. I think it's about time to rest my knees from the pounding of the cement... And that is why I'm going to try the trail...

The Valley Trail Challenge @ Nuvali, Sta Rosa, Laguna

Nagsawa na ba kayo sa paulit-ulit na kalsadang tinatakbuhan ninyo dito sa Metro Manila? Batung-bato na ba kayo sa tigas ng sementong kalsada?

Di ba’t panahon na para subukan ninyo ang ibang klaseng kalsada, ruta at mga bagong tanawin?

You are cordially invited by frontRUNNER Magazine, Ang Pambansang Babasahin ng Mananakbong Pilipino, to the The Valley Trail Challenge that will be held on June 18, 2011 at Nuvali, Sta Rosa, Laguna.


For those who have done the marathon, don’t you think it’s time to test your feet for an ultra marathon? And for those who simply love the outdoors, a 25-kilometer category awaits you.

The route is generally runner-friendly, having a rolling but mostly flat terrain(single and double track dirt roads), and only around 5% will consist of concrete roads. This route offers reprieve from constant pounding on hard surfaces. One loop will consist of 25 kilometers with the start and finish lines situated at the vicinity of the Evolving Center. The course will bring runners to the peripheries of the NUVALI complex which will offer participants majestic views that only nature and NUVALI can offer.

And in the true tradition of trail and ultra running, this race will be a no frills, all thrills race where runners, despite the presence of three aid stations (at Kilometers 9, 20 and 25 – first aid, water and electrolyte drinks), are strongly advised to be self-contained and sufficient, meaning, runners are required to carry their own hydration kits and nutrition supplies. Additionally, it is also recommended that they bring their own first aid kit (cotton balls, antiseptic solution, band aid strips and anti-biotic ointment).

A final briefing and race packet distribution shall be held on June 14, 2011, 6pm at ROX, Bonifacio High Street.

Experience the peace and serenity of your run without the distractions of pre and post-race fanfare.

We hope to see you share the trails with us.

Bring your cameras too!

RAIN or SHINE.

(thanks to Mr Jonel Mendoza for the blog material)

for route pictures, please visit this link --> http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=56568&id=1787791680&saved

May 1, 2011 - World Youth Day Fun Run 2011

The Archdiocesan Commission on Youth and Archdiocese of Manila Biblical Apostolate, Archdiocese of Manila invites you to the first ever WORLD YOUTH DAY FUN RUN, happening on May 1, 2011, 5:00AM PICC Grounds, Manila.

This event is a fund raising project in support of the Archdiocese of Manila’s preparatory activities for the upcoming WORLD YOUTH DAY gathering in Madrid, Spain on August 2011, as well as for various formation programs that we have prepared for our young people this year. In addition, we hope to raise enough funds so we can send at least twenty (20) committed and dependable youth delegates to Madrid (Php. 130,000.00 for each delegate), who will in turn echo their experiences and learning's to the youth in the Archdiocese.

There are at least three major events that the Church has lined up for the youth this year – 2011 as the Year of the Youth, WYD 2011, and beatification of Pope John Paul II.

Registration sites...

Race Route...




This event is being brought to you by...

101 SWIM BIKE RUN - The Multisport Series

Year 2008... who would have thought that from running a 10K non-stop on a treadmill, to joining 5K races after and a leap of faith 21K in 2009 would eventually lead me to the crazy-a$$ world of ultra-running by 2010?

And now 2011, another insane sport is knocking on my medulla oblongata (*nosebleed*). And it's not just 1... not 2... but 3 sports! Okay sige na nga... it's a MULTISPORT. As in SWIM, BIKE, RUN!

I'm confident with my BIKE and RUN skills. But with SWIM? Yikes!!! It's not that I can't SWIM. I CAN! But alone!

Well, I guess my fear will be conquered once I attend the...


Look at the class schedule below.


See the list of coaches? Asteeg di ba?


Interested? Want to join?


I still have a problem... I don't have a road or tri bike. And it's not in my list of things to buy anytime soon.

Hope the bikegods of triathlon hears me and drop me one. Okay na kahit hindi carbon. x_X

Run Rio Series - THE GOLDILOCKS FUN RUN

It's GOLDILOCKS' 45th Year and there's no better way than celebrating it with a fun run! The Goldilocks Fun Run scheduled on May 15, 2011 at the Bonifacio Global City.

As the first leg of the Run Rio Series Manila, running enthusiasts can choose from 5K (P600), 10K (P600) and 21K (P750) distances. And there will also be a 500M (P250) category for kids ages 5-12 years old. With the month of May being the fiesta month, the Goldilocks Fun Run is set to be a fun-filled event for the whole family with fiesta themed activities and games that every family member will surely enjoy.

The Goldilocks Fun Run will also be a fund-raising activity for the benefit of the Goldilocks Foundation and its F.E.E.D. (Feeding Program, Education, Environment, and Disaster Assistance) initiatives.

Registration will start on April 8 and will last until May 1, 2011 only. You can register at the following venues:

• RUNNR Store – G/F Bonifacio High Street, Taguig City (12nn – 8pm,Tel # 4031787)
• R.O.X. – Level 2 R.O.X. Bldg. Bonifacio High Street, Taguig City (12nn–8pm, Tel # 8564638)
• Toby’s SM Mall of Asia – G/F Entertainment Mall, Roxas Blvd., Manila (12nn–8pm, Tel # 556-0445)
• Planet Sports Glorietta – 2F Glorietta 3, Makati City (12nn – 8pm, Tel # 8177896)
• The Athletes Foot Alabang Town Center - Muntinlupa City
• Planet Sports Trinoma – 2nd level, Trinoma cor. North EDSA, Quezon City (12nn – 8pm, Tel# 9167451)
• The Athlete’s Foot Robinsons Galleria – 3F Robinsons Galleria, Ortigas Pasig City (12nn – 8pm, Tel# 6363162)
• Goldilocks Store Shaw Boulevard – 349 Shaw Boulevard Mandaluyong, City (12nn – 8pm, Tel# 7276505)

04.30.11 - Takbo para kay Kristo