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Bull Session 2: Now That’s a Run Clinic!

Like I’ve said many a times over, my dream of the perfect run clinic was one that focused on running long (not fast) and encouraged camaraderie among runners.  It should also be led by a reputable coach, not just any runner off the street, but one who is knowledgeable on proper training and highly experienced in the field.

I wouldn’t say the 2nd Bull Session held at 5 this morning was perfect, but we had a good crowd of wonderful people (almost 200 runners!), an awesome coach, a conservative and safe training program, and support from Team Secondwind.

For Bull Session 2, which is our run clinic in preparation for TBR Dream Marathon on May 22, 2010, we were scheduled for our 2 hour run today based on Coach Jim Lafferty’s Training Program which all registered participants are (or should be) following.  The program teaches us to follow a run-walk program which guides beginners into safe and slow running.

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– Stretching after our two hour run led by Coach Jim (far right in green) -

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We gathered in front of R.O.X. in Bonifacio High Street.  Before the run, our race director and coach, Jim Lafferty, who most of our TBR Dream Marathoners had met for the first time gave us a short talk.  He reminded runners about the importance of running slow and discussed pre-race preparation before the big day.  Then we were off.

Our huge group ran for two hours at a good slow pace for the most part. Again, my favorite part was meeting new runners who always have their own stories to tell about their love for running.  In between stories and anecdotes, we would hear Jim yell from behind “WALK!!!” and we would all ease up to a slow walk.  After a minute, he would shout “RUN!” and we would follow.  It went on like this until we all gathered together for stretching at Bonifacio High Street.

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After the clinic, over breakfast, Jim shared more tips for us to improve our Bull Sessions. I truly feel fortunate to have him as our race director because he teaches us how to provide even more guidance for our runners, especially the beginners.  More than that, I feel blessed to have found a new mentor in him, one who, in a matter of days, taught me more than a thing or two about selflessness, responsibility, and always striving to give the best.

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– Marga of Run Radio, Coach Jim (TBR Race Director), myself, Raymund (TBR Legal Counsel), hubby, Jun (Nuvali GM), and Neville (TBR Technical Consultant) -

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24 Responses to “Bull Session 2: Now That’s a Run Clinic!”

  1. The next TBR Marathon … I’ll be there. :)

    maRidoL said on Mar 27 10 at 12:30 PM Reply

  2. getting excited for may 22! cebu TBR dream marathoners will do our 2hr long run tomorrow too

    goldie said on Mar 27 10 at 12:49 PM Reply

  3. Hi jaymie. I really had fun and enjoy our 2hr long run. Its was great.
    “High-Five” to all fellow TBR Dream Marathoners and others who participate the Bull Session.
    My dream of finishing a marathon will soon come true.

    Jerick :-) said on Mar 27 10 at 2:21 PM Reply

  4. Had a great time. Thanks for organizing this one.

    Medyo napasubo ako kasi this is my farthest run ever… I only had 10k runs… never expected a 15-16k run… hehe… and i’m not yet regularly training…

    but it’s so fun… i’m looking forward to the next session, and the next tbr marathon. =)

    Melbert said on Mar 27 10 at 2:34 PM Reply

  5. Hi Jaymie,
    Great run this morning.
    It was nice seeing you again and the rest of the marathoners.

    Regards,
    Joy

    :)5KRUNNER said on Mar 27 10 at 2:54 PM Reply

  6. I love listening to Jim. While some think he’s too serious, I think it’s the other way around! He takes out the competitiveness in the sport, which is primarily the goal of this marathon, and brings back the fun in running. No matter how slow or fast you are, he has a way of making you feel good about yourself.

    Makes me wish we had more coaches like him with real street cred and a positive, encouraging attitude.

    marga said on Mar 27 10 at 3:39 PM Reply

  7. Congrats to all dream marathoners! Great crowd and wonderful slow run.

    stan

    stanley said on Mar 27 10 at 4:05 PM Reply

  8. wuhoooo! :) really have to up my endurace! :) thanks jaymie!

    kassy said on Mar 27 10 at 6:39 PM Reply

  9. It was my first time to attend the Bull Sesion.I enjoyed the long run this morning with the TBR marathoners, coach Jim, and Jaymie as well as with Team Secondwind.. Hope to see you all guys again on the next Bull Session.

    Jai said on Mar 27 10 at 8:17 PM Reply

  10. It was a really fun experience. best long run I ever did. It was the first time I didn’t use my ipod and it felt great to be able to listen to Jim’s marathon stories as we paced with him. It was really nice to meet fellow marathoners and chat with them thru the run. Just awesome! High five!

    aileen said on Mar 27 10 at 9:03 PM Reply

  11. Go Dream Marathoners go!!! Thanks for organizing this training session for your upcoming marathon. It’s unique and indeed something to look forward to. Hope that we could meet up at one of the races one of these days. :)

    Titanium Runner said on Mar 28 10 at 4:27 AM Reply

  12. There is no substitute for great running, coaching and leadership experience. With more than 25 marathons, several ultra-marathons, numerous track/running coaching stints and actual experience in “leading & teaching” people – Jim brings in a lot of quality, practical tips, and brings up the level of training and “running” knowledge for all the participants of the TBR Dream Marathon in NUVALI – whether new runners or experienced. Congratulations to Jim, Jaymie & the TBR Dream Team!!!

    jun b said on Mar 28 10 at 8:22 AM Reply

  13. Had a great time yesterday. I almost missed our run, I was just glad I was able to catch up. In that almost 2-hr run I got the chance to chat with five of my classmates (co- DMs). Jet of NAMRIA, we talked about his work of creating maps, Kuya William of P&G and his marathon experience, Kuya Nep who’s into monitoring air pollution, Ate Maria, who I will run with next week since she’s also from QC and Ate Maria, an IT expert who’s having a hard time training because she’s out of the country most of the time. Then I introduced them with each other after the photoshoot, so we all added new running buddies in our lists :) Happy! :) I ran this morning since I’m not used to not running on a Sunday, I could not resist just the thought of hundreds of runners in UP, then I met a friend from Runnex who’s training for a marathon in Singapore in May, shared with her the run we had yesterday and she liked it. She knows Coach Jim and intends to join us in the next bull session :) Thanks, Jaymie and Coach Jim! Coach was very encouraging :) Can’t wait for our next bull session! :)

    Reylynne said on Mar 28 10 at 12:02 PM Reply

  14. The training yesterday was great! We were (a bit) not prepared for the 2-hour session.

    We thought that it will be like the 1st session (that there will be a break). We didn’t bring our hydration gear. =(

    But hey, we survived 2 hours of running without our hydration! (but definitely this is not recommended!)

    Runningbeyondair said on Mar 28 10 at 8:39 PM Reply

  15. this 2-hour long run was great! thanks to coach jim and the tbr dream team. galing!galing!

    odie said on Mar 29 10 at 7:49 AM Reply

  16. Really learned a lot from Jim. He was right, it’s about running smart. Thanks for organizing this run.

    Gino Vineli said on Mar 29 10 at 9:54 AM Reply

  17. Coach Jim is one cool guy!

    Joboy said on Mar 30 10 at 10:33 AM Reply

  18. Hi Jaymie,
    Im a registered participant, but wonder why I dont get any updates on bull session or run skeds? Hope you put me in the loop.

    Thanks!
    Chris

    Chris said on Mar 30 10 at 12:47 PM Reply

  19. …With the upcoming success of the TBR Marathon, hopefully there will be another one next year and be one of the lucky participants. Training hard already.

    Haste said on Mar 30 10 at 1:45 PM Reply

  20. Jaymie, 8 min/km is slow for you, but not to most of us. I’m quite surprised I survived the 15km at that pace. Sure, I already finished two 21k races but at 8:20 pace. I have to thank Bob of Second Wind who patiently ran with me to catch up with you guys. At 5:20 AM, you were already gone! Bob joined me at Lawton Ave. and by 6:20 AM, I just found myself running right behind Coach Jim! Too bad I couldn’t keep the pace in going back to ROX. You were already doing your stretching exercises when Anna and I arrived. Hopefully next time, I can start the run with the group. Sprinting at the start instead of warming up was too exhausting for my (old) body.

    Nora, the golden girl said on Mar 31 10 at 12:25 AM Reply

  21. Hi. Can anyone just join your clinic? Am interested to attend. When’s
    the next one?

    Fides said on Apr 09 10 at 11:49 AM Reply

  22. hi! i’m a newbie at running…how can i join the bull sessions? thanks! =)

    kat said on May 04 10 at 12:54 PM Reply

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