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Running stories in Cebu and around Philippines
Event: St. Ignatius Run – July 13, 2014 (Register now! Info here >>) Previous Athletes Talk here >> [Athletes Talk 5] Tillor: Don’t be intimidated by Kenyans from SunStar P50 off on REGISTRATION FEES for registrants of ST. IGNATIUS RUN AVAILABLE at the Talk’s venue! * Photo credits to Yong Larrazabal and Justin Chiongbian *** […]
Event: St. Ignatius Run – July 13, 2014 (More Info & Register here >>.) Related articles: “SHS-AdC’s Ignatius Run expects 3,000 in 4th edition” here >> 21K giapil sa mga kategoriya sa St. Ignatius Run How To Register For The St. Ignatius Run The 4th St. Ignatius Fun Run For those asking, there will be […]
The Province of Southern Leyte will be celebrating its 54th Founding Anniversary this coming July 1. So far the only reportable highlight that came into my radar is the apparent proposal to change the name of the province into “Leyte del Sur” – a debatable slash stupid move for a place that sorely lacks identity […]
The Planet Sports and The Athletes Foot in Ayala, Cebu shared with us the newly released award-winning New Balance running shoes models for the 3rd quarter of the 2014 — FRESH FOAM series. In the recent years, there is much emphasis on the minimalist and the thickly-cushioned running shoes that those who seek the in-between […]
When I first rode a bike, it was on training wheels. My parents thought it was the way to learn and it’s the safer choice. I do not blame them. Many parents think that way. It’s true that having those extra set of wheels will let you ride without having to balance. But that’s the […]
Event: Dagan Para sa Kalikupan Related Story: Unexpected Race Photos: FotoSmile Cebu Equal Trading **** This year, when we started the “online registration” feature of aktib.ph, I’m able to see (and sometimes get more involved with) what actually happens when putting up of a race. it gets me to see more of what happen behind […]
Last month’s Labor Day took a different twist for me and my running friends as we joined the Tri30+ Run-Summer Edition organized by running and biking priest Fr. Robert Selecios in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon. The intention was to raise funds to help defray the cost of operation for 7-month old baby Jayyden Garnett Paurom Pagutayao. […]
REGISTRATION made easy with aktib.ph. Find races you race register online at store.aktib.ph! No additional fees! Previous Athletes Talk here >> Related Event: St. Ignatius Run – July 13, 2014 (Register now! Info here >>) COMING NEXT JULY 4, 2014 AT CHIKA-AN: IGNATIAN ATHLETES WITH YONG LARRAZABAL & JUSTIN CHIONGBIAN!!! WATCH OUT FOR IT! *** […]
They’re the daddies who can still look good while suffering. 1. Victor Gabison. This ultramarathoner and triathlete is a father of three (3). This daddy can make you wish you are his water bottle. 2. Paolo Andre Fernandez. It probably is unjust to compare this Bukidnon guy to the Colorado guy Anton Krupicka. But like […]
Every once in a while, life gives us the opportunity to #MakeADifference. Never hesitate. We all move forward through the kindness of others — Ronnie Baticulon (@ronibats) June 8, 2014 Last weekend, we have running friends who took the opportunity to make a difference, not only for their selves but for others. Saturday. After their […]
Event: Tabuelan 111 (Photo sources listed. Watch out for aktib photos too!) Related story: It seems it’s a trend in Cebu triathlons that Team Parklane and Omega Pro Tri often bag the top podiums in male and female category, and Tabuelan 111 is not an exception. Though, could it be a “Team Parklane Rules” as […]
Members of Cebu Climate Change Association Inc. (CCCAI) organized a Mangrove Tree planting activity which was held last June 7, 2014. Together with some volunteers, they have planted an estimated 3thousand mangrove plants. The forests, in turn, have provided for the community, bringing in birders and other tourists and becoming a habitat for crabs and […]
Event: Camiguin 360 (64k ULTRAMARATHON), March 29, 2015 >> [Note from the author: I submitted this for Mindanews’s “Our Mindanao” magazine.] AFTER FINISHING THREE marathons barefoot last year (Ahoooo!Ahooo! Ahooo!), I felt it was time to level up. The next step? Ultra marathons! Meaning, foot races longer than 42.195 kilometers. So when I read about […]
Check following events, available for online registration at aktib.ph No additional web fees! Dagan Para sa Kalikupan – 10K / 5K / 3K, June 1, 2014 (Register online here >>) 2nd St. Ignatius Run, July 13, 2014 (3/6/12/21K) July 13, 2014 SUNGAY 50km Challenge Ultramarathon, July 13, 2014 Talisay Marathon 2014 Related Stories: Previous Recap […]
WALK! Incorporate walk breaks to your runs. Some call it the Galloway method. A US Olympian who popularized the Galloway Run Walk Run method. Run-Walk Guide: The chart below shows a suggested breakdown of running to walking based on your pace. Typical pace per mile 8:00 Run-walk breakdown 6 min. / 1 min. Typical pace […]
Here’s a quick post as a shoutout to the very talented Cebu-based athletes: Mary Joy Tabal (RU2 champion) and John Philip Duenas (1st placer). Lapu-lapu must be very proud! * Photos from Mary Joy Tabal * Featured photo from Michael Monto
There are two main disciplines of rock climbing: bouldering and sports climbing. Think of bouldering as a 100-meter dash. It involves a handful of difficult sequences at 10-15 high. On the other hand, rock climbing can either be a 21k or a full-distance marathon, depending on the route. Climbing has a steep learning curve, which […]
