Meet Other Runners
Saturday, July 7, 2007
You know how it is when you wear your havaianas despite a dead toenail and you spend the entire day staring at other people’s feet searching for that one other person in this world whose toes have suffered the same fate. Then, you learn—after a full day of feet watching—that a lot of people have dead toenails after all. When you have a black toe, more people seem to have it too!
Then, when I was pregnant, it seemed as if everyone around me had a bump too—the woman crossing the street, the lady behind the counter, or the nurse at the hospital.
Same story with running. Ever since I started running, I started seeing runners all over the place! There is not a day (usually while I’m driving) that I do not spot runners of all shapes and sizes running along the city streets. Where were they hiding before I got into this sport?
Okay, I’m not stupid. I know that it’s just because I am more observant of things that are of interest to me. But, my question is this: Why stop at that? Why stop at scrutinizing from a distance when you can talk, share, and celebrate the common thread that binds you with the other?
Why can’t you ask: “Hey pare, how did your toenail die?” or “Hi, when is your baby due?” For us runners, it can start with “Wanna run?”
This page is for all of us runners to know each other. I’m leaving 8 questions for you to answer. Copy them, paste into the reply box below, delete my answers to put yours in, and post away. Let me start:
- When did you start running? December 2006
- Where do you run? Treadmill at home and Ayala Alabang
- How often do you run? 4x a week
- Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I do both. I enjoy running with friends, but I also look forward to running alone as MY time to think, relax (really!), and refuel.
- What is your favorite running accessory? I have two. Nike+ and New Balance Shoes.
- What is the best benefit of running for you? Freedom from the scale! My focus shifted towards getting fit and strong rather than losing those last few pounds on the scale.
- What is your running goal? To be a lifelong runner…oh, and the New York Marathon.
- Why do you run? Because I LOVE LOVE LOVE it…and also to maintain my weight. If I don’t run, I will die. I’m not kidding.
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When did you start running? Nov. ‘97 crossed over from cycling.
Where do you run? L. Wood – Outlook Dr. – S. Dr. for road runs. Burnham Park for easy and recovery runs.
How often do you run? at least 4x..
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Mostly alone.
What is your favorite running accessory? None, unless you consider running shoes as accessories? Then my Nike and Adidas shoes.
What is the best benefit of running for you? Stress-relief.. For health..
What is your running goal? To be running for “life.”
Why do you run? It makes me feel good afterwards.
1. When did you start running? high school of 2004
2. Where do you run? Treadmill , track team
3. How often do you run? 4x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? alone
5. What is your favorite running accessory?New Balance Shoes.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? freedom and stress free
7. What is your running goal? staying relaxed and stress free and I would like to run a Marathon.
8. Why do you run? I love running I feel happy
When did you start running? Seriously? June 2007. But I’ve been running on and off since February 2007.
Where do you run? Village oval and around the base. (I live in Villamor Air Base)
How often do you run? Twice a day, daily. (ahaha adik!)
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Alone. I prefer setting my own pace. Time alone is sacred.
What is your favorite running accessory? My Asics Gel-Kanbarra! Soon, I’ll get an iPod shuffle na rin.
What is the best benefit of running for you? Feeling awake and alive, and having the time to reorganize my thoughts. It’s a healthy way to counter my nasty habit of thinking too much. And because I set new priorities, I was able to quit smoking for good.
What is your running goal? The 4 Deserts Series!!! The Gobi! The Atacama! The Sahara! And ANTARCTICA! Pati na rin New York Marathon!
Why do you run? Because it’s my escape from everything. Apart from my board and my bike, my Kanbarras take me to worlds far far away. Once I have my moments of escape, I’ll be able to handle reality steadily. And with a smile.
When did you start running? Ran around a track since college. Then started again 2 years ago.
Where do you run? Track, Road, Trail
How often do you run? 2x a week. more if I have time.
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I do both.
What is your favorite running accessory? Running shoes: ASICS GT-2120
What is the best benefit of running for you? Freedom from stress. Endorphin high.
What is your running goal? To join a marathon and a triathlon.
Why do you run? I am a PURIST when it comes to running. I run because I LOVE it. It feels great to be able to do what I love doing.
1. When did you start running? a long time ago, on and off for about 10 years. more seriously since feb 2007
2. Where do you run? local trails around here in orange county, ca
3. How often do you run? 3x a week, if i’m feeling motivated 4
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I prefer the company of others especially on my long runs. for short speed workouts i don’t mind going by myself.
5. What is your favorite running accessory/gear? just my shoes, baby.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? endorphins, being on the trails, and actually getting better at it as i’m getting older
7. What is your running goal? like jaymie and roadrat to be a lifelong runner, a few multi-stage races, and the grand daddy of ultras, the WESTERN STATES 100.
8. Why do you run? wish i knew. i just do.
1. When did you start running? Sometime in 2006, then I started road racing just last January 2007.
oh and I met new friends! 
2. Where do you run? Either Roxas-macapagal area or Makati BCD
3. How often do you run? 3~5 times a week, it depends on my sched.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I prefer running with other people. Even if i’m running alone i’ll usually trail along someone or if there’s someone on a bike ill surely follow (my own kind of speed workout)
5. What is your favorite running accessory? I’m still saving for my garmin 305 so for now I guess my Amphipod Hydration belt. I don’t have to constantly look for a convenience store during my training runs. And i don’t have to keep on swearing when there aren’t much water stations along the race route
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? I can wear my old pants comfortably again!
7. What is your running goal?
Short term: BQ!!!!!!!!
Long Term: I want to win races!
8. Why do you run?
– cause its FREE!
– It keeps me sane.
– I’m addicted!
– oh! and my mom used to run. so I’m trying to follow in her footsteps
Hi, I’m so glad my cousin found your website. He’s the one who convinced me to run. Anyway, I just want to know if you have any details on the Metro Manila Run on 12 Aug. I’d like to sign up and try my luck on the 10K (I’m not happy w/ my time in Adidas KOTR). Thanks and I hope to hear from you. :>
1. When did you start running? MIddle of 2006
2. Where do you run? U.P. Diliman and Quezon City Circle
3. How often do you run? 3-4 times a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Both. Running with others, it sure beats talking to yourself.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? A watch, i check my heart rate the old fashioned way.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? I’m never late for work anymore! I can now sprint from Makati Avenue to my office at Paseo de roxas in 3 minutes.hehehe!
7. What is your running goal? Boston Marathon baby!
8. Why do you run? I need something to counteract all the fats and calories from my daily sizzling sisig diet.
1. When did you start running? actually i was a sprint runner in high school – 1991. but had a shaky affair with it. got back to it in college for 2 milo marathons. then another cool-off. now i’m back to it with more fervent desire
2. Where do you run? salcedo park and at the fort
3. How often do you run? depends, but right now 3x a week.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? alone. i would like to try running with a company though.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? nike+ and airmax90/180
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? it’s the only time i can reorganise my thoughts. i tend to do a lot of stuff and juggle even when my hands are full. but a run for an hour a night or so, allows me to recollect my ideas and really focus what matters most, or what my priorities are. i always feel renewed after it.
7. What is your running goal? to stay in this affair until my legs can afford it.
8. Why do you run? i run just because. my friends even those in the inner circle may never understand it, but i luv it. and to me that’s all that matters
When did you start running? i did my 1st 8k trail run in may 2006 and almost died (mind you i was not even running 5k in the treadmill at this time) so i decided to take up running around sept 2006.
Where do you run? on the treadmill at Fitness First Alabang, on the streets of Alabang Hills
How often do you run? 3x a week
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? mostly alone but would be nice to have a group that runs at my pace (you’re too fast for me). i don’t mind running alone too–helps clear my mind.
What is your favorite running accessory? my ipod shuffle and new balance shoes
What is the best benefit of running for you? aside from losing weight, it’s something i can say i can do without anyone’s help. for me completing a 10k race is an achievement. i feel good and proud of myself
What is your running goal? nothing big really. just be able to run long without losing my breath.
Why do you run? it makes me feel good! i never thought i could do this so it’s a reminder that anything is possible if you put your mind and heart into it.
1. When did you start running? Year 2000 – Me ‘n Running have had an on-again, off again relationship since then…I love the feeling of hitting previous PB’s and saying quietly inside my own head ‘I’m Back!’…then imagining myself busting through an imaginary finish-line ribbon.
2. Where do you run? Treadmill at the gym, Quezon City Circle
3. How often do you run? Try for 5 times per week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Almost always alone at the moment. I love trying to push myself to the limit when I run so If I try to do this in a group it can be fairly anti-social.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? in order: My red adidas running singlet I’ve had since my first father’s day fun run in Melbourne (sentimental ako). A basic stopwatch. My iPod Shuffle.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Endorphins!
7. What is your running goal? Short term: to run my first marathon sub-3:20. There, I’ve said it out loud. No backing away from it now even though they say I should just focus on finishing. Long-term: to still be running marathons at 77 like some members of my club back home in Melbourne.
8. Why do you run? Its cheap. Its easy with no real skill required. Running takes up as little time as possible for the cardio intensity and endorphin return. I realised after a few fun runs that I can run okay. Well – these are why I STARTED running. I wouldn’t KEEP running if I wasn’t a little addicted.
1. When did you start running? 1981 Plebe Year (Baguio City 10k), 1987 2Lt (Mountains of Bukidnon and Misamis Oriental), 2003 (Right after therapy and rehab), 2004 (Competitive Racing)
2. Where do you run? Camp Crame
3. How often do you run? 5 times a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Alone, because at 4AM am the only one running.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? Timex Ironman Triathlon (been to 15 races and counting), Nike+Nano (6 races and counting), Nike runners (all the time)
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Gave hope after therapy and rehab
7. What is your running goal? Break 50mins in 10k. Run 2hrs 30mins in 42k. Reach 1000k before Dec 2007 (370k as of July 11)
8. Why do you run? Because of primal instincts, I guess…haha. Because it made me feel good again. Because I came back alive.
1. When did you start running?
- Dec 2006 on-and-off, then after Holy Week 2007 I became more consistent
2. Where do you run?
- Ayala Alabang most often, Treadmill at the office sometimes
3. How often do you run?
- 3-4x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference?
- Both. I have a high school buddy that I run with in the village about 1-2x a week. I run alone the rest of the time. Either is cool.
5. What is your favorite running accessory?
- My iPod nano with Nike+ — I love it. Those guys from Apple are geniuses.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you?
- The feeling of improving, as a pay-off for putting in the time.
7. What is your running goal?
- Work my way from 5K to 10K to 21K then finish a Marathon
- Finish a marathon in a foreign city (London and New York sound nice)
- And yes… to be a lifelong runner…
8. Why do you run?
- To be the best I can be physically.
- The more I run, the smaller the problems become.
- It just feels good!
1. When did you start running? January 2007.
2. Where do you run? Roads and trails all around Portland, Oregon, USA
3. How often do you run? Four times a week.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I run with groups twice a week and alone twice. I like the variety doing both provides, but unless if I’m on a nice forest trail, the group makes it easier.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? My Garmin 305.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Self-esteem.
7. What is your running goal? This year: Finish the Portland Marathon in under 4:10. Eight years from now: Complete the Western States 100.
8. Why do you run? I’m completely addicted to how good, emotionally and physically, running makes me feel.
1. When did you start running? Early 2000
2. Where do you run? Road races (10k & Half Marathons)
3. How often do you run? Once a week – certified weekend warrior!
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Alone. Nobody want to run with me because I am too slow. Heheh!
5. What is your favorite running accessory? My Olympus 770SW waterproof camera (for my running blog) and Sony MP3 Walkman.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? More “Eat & Run” trips.
7. What is your running goal? Run in all the 13 states in Malaysia & all the ASEAN countries. (So far been to Thailand and Singapore only. Philippines next?)
8. Why do you run? Because I can.
When did you start running? January 2007
Where do you run? Merville, Paranaque and UP Diliman
How often do you run? 4x a week
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I run in the mornings before anyone i know is awake
What is your favorite running accessory? the ipod for long runs, it gets boring at times
What is the best benefit of running for you? i’m not sure if its related but i haven’t gotten colds since i started a regular run schedule
What is your running goal? a marathon under 4 hrs this year and do the ironman two years from now haha
Why do you run? why nga ba…. because you can always improve haha, i’m killing myself training for a 42k and theres a group who will do 100k on the same day. it makes me realize how far i still have to run
1. When did you start running? 1980, then took a time off in 2004 and 2005, concentrating on cycling (road and mtb). I went back to running again last year.
2. Where do you run? Road and trail
3. How often do you run? 4x-5x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I enjoy running alone, but the
5. What is your favorite running accessory? Other than my running shoes, my old Timex Ironman Triathlon.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? The sense of accomplishment that goes with it.
7. What is your running goal? To run as long and as far as I can in my lifetime.
8. Why do you run? I love to. That’s reason enough for me.
1. When did you start running? Last, last, last year.
2. Where do you run? I go to another village and I run there, Much better to be in a new place.
3. How often do you run? Once or twice a week. When I do hoops I run once.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Alone.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? mp3 player and adidas shoes, nike outfit.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Being fit. And it helps you stay longer in some sports activities.
7. What is your running goal? To join marathons. Thanks to your List of Races Post!
8. Why do you run? It excites me.
1. When did you start running? on and off from 2002-2005, constantly running start of 2006 around March
2. Where do you run? Road around Vasquez Park, now at the threadmill in the gym, and in CCP-Roxas blvd.
3. How often do you run? at least 4x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Alone most of the time, prefer eitherway
5. What is your favorite running accessory? rubber shoes
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? loosing weight, health benefits and stress relief
7. What is your running goal? to be healthy
8. Why do you run? I find self accomplishment and stress relief whenever i run
1. When did you start running?
- Cops&Robbers > Elementary Days
- 10k > March 2007
2. Where do you run?
- Buendia – Jupiter, Makati
3. How often do you run?
- Early morning, 2x a week.
- Tsaka minsan ‘pag tulog, tumtakbo din ako.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference?
- Both. I prefer both. hehe, pwede ba yun?
5. What is your favorite running accessory?
- NB shoes
- Casio Phys heart-rate monitor and stopwatch.
Eto lang kse mga accessory ko.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you?
- Freedom. Energized. Healthy and fit.
7. What is your running goal?
- short-term: run daily
- long-term: get a bib with a race number “1″ (should this be a short-term goal? hehe. dream on o.O!)
8. Why do you run?
- Para magkalat ng pawis sa kalye!
- Para pwede akong magnakaw tapos di ako mahabol ng pulis!
- Seriously, to challenge oneself. Always looking forward for Tomorrow to beat Yesterday.
- ‘de!… indi serious yun. Sarap lang talaga tumakbo! Pramis, bisyo na ‘to!
1. When did you start running? Last year. I was invited by my friend to run at the Adidas KOTR held at SM MOA. Without any training, he made me run and finish the 10 km.
2. Where do you run? The Fort, UP Diliman, Laguna (my office is inside an industrial park)
3. How often do you run? 3 to 4 times a week. Depends on the weather and availability of schedule.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I do both. I prefer running with friends. It gives me the motivation not to stop. If it does not permit, I run by myself. Sometimes, I invite my wife.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? Adidas. I plan to add another pair, maybe New Balance.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Increase in endurance. I am also a dragonboat paddler.
7. What is your running goal? To run and finish a half-marathon next year. And eventually, a full marathon.
8. Why do you run? Ever since I started running last year, I loved it and continued to love it.
When did you start running? 2nd half of 2006 but started taking it seriously Jan2007
Where do you run? Treadmill at the gym and around the village
How often do you run? 2 – 3x a week
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I got my hubby running with me a few times when I started but he got into trail biking so that’s the end of it. Now I run alone but I super enjoy it — its my quiet time –my sweet escape! =)
What is your favorite running accessory? My Ipod shuffle, my NB 1222’s and of course can’t live without my McDavid and LP knee supports.
What is the best benefit of running for you? It’s a great way to build stamina and stay fit.
What is your running goal? To run the entire length of the skway…hahaha. Seriously to join marathons here and build myself up to 10K and perhaps more?
Why do you run? Nothing compares to the feeling after reaching a personal goal I’ve set for myself and running has allowed me to do just that.
When did you start running? Mid 2003
completed 3 Marathons(1 SCSG MArathon, 2 KL Marathon, 3 Penang Bridge Marathon KL)
Where do you run? Quirino Grandstand, Roxas Blvd, Rockwell, The Fort, KLCC, Eastcoast Singapore
How often do you run? 4x a week
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I do both. I run alone when im training for a run , when not i run with friends.
What is your favorite running accessory? Asics waist water bottle and Adidas adizero CS.
What is the best benefit of running for you? combat stress
What is your running goal? to do 42 Marathons…
Why do you run? LOVE to enjoy the sceneries while running it also gives me time to releive stress and also to go to other places….
1. When did you start running? July 2005
2. Where do you run? UP Diliman
3. How often do you run? at least once a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? both. for training purposes, i like to run alone; for leisure, with friends
5. What is your favorite running accessory? —–
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? endurance and being able to do other sports like ultimate frisbee (sometimes)..
7. What is your running goal? —–
8. Why do you run? i need it, we all do.
1. When did you start running? 2005
2. Where do you run? Treadmill at the gym.
3. How often do you run? once a week, luxury if I can afford another run within the week.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I run alone, haven’t tried with running with friends. My friends are not the running sort. They run away from problems hehehe…
5. What is your favorite running accessory? iPod nano and looking forward to buying my first pair of Asics Gel Kayano 13 soon.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? cardio health, freedom and exhiliration when I met my target mileage after every run.
7. What is your running goal? short term – to join a fun run. Long term – haven’t thought about it yet.
8. Why do you run? for the sheer fun of it.
When did you start running? 1st yr HS August 1981 stopped 1991 and restarted 2001
Where do you run? Araneta Village Malabon, Cabuyao, FPIP Batangas, Dariok Hills – Santiago City
How often do you run? 5 – 6x a week. Mondays are rest days
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? i mostly run alone because of my tight sked on weekdays. On weekends with my erps (who is 74yo btw and still running 64mins for 10k).
What is your favorite running accessory? Timex HRM, Ipod mini shuffle, New Balance Shoes!!!
What is the best benefit of running for you? 50lbs weight loss since 2001 and keeping it there, Runner’s high (no to drugs, just run & get a different high)
What is your running goal? to run till my last breath in my hundredth bday maybe as well as to be in the olympic stadium….even as a spectator hahaha.
Why do you run? it’s in my bloodstream (running could be hereditary don’t you think =) and for the love of it.
Hi teacher Jaymie. I don’t know how my brother found out about your website, so I did my own digging and found your blog.
So why “The Bull Runner”? and why the initials TBH?
(I can relate to it… running of the bulls in Pamplona, Spain, where I did stay for about 5 years – and yes, I was crazy enough to actually run with the bulls).
When did you start running? Feb 2007 (check my blog: http://alexracho.multiply.com
Where do you run? Treadmill at Gold’s Gym (90%) and in AAVA and at fun runs
How often do you run? 2x a week (or 3x if I’m lucky)
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? mostly by myself. The only time I run with others is at fun runs.
What is your favorite running accessory? None – just me.
What is the best benefit of running for you? A healthier me.
What is your running goal? join a Triathlon (I’ve done 1 sprint tri), and one day a marathon. And just maybe someday an Ironman.
Why do you run? To keep fit, and well, I’m really beginning to like it… I sometimes dream of it. I get excited thinking of it.
1.When did you start running? May 1980
2.Where do you run? Ayala Alabang, subic, baguio, abroad. anywhere
3.How often do you run? 6….ok ill be honest 5 x week.
4.Do you run alone or with others? always alone. ( im a loner )
5.What is your favorite running accessory? nike shoes, Garmin Forerunner 205 watch and nike dri fit gear FOR AS LONG AS ITS COLOR BLACK !!!!
6.What is the best benefit of running for you? Clears my head. keeps me balance
7. What is your running goal? to run until the day i die.
8. Why do you run? i love running, its the only thing i do good:-) keeps my head straight
1. When did you start running?1982, I accompanied my sister in one of her training runs and slowly I got hooked.
2. Where do you run? I always run near home mostly in loops. Now I run in Ayala Alabang. I have a 10.2K loop, 5K loop, 1k loop,6.7K loop and a 7.6K loop.
3. How often do you run? Daily if possible but I guess I end up running 3-6 times a week. But I am working on running daily.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Alone most of the time. Its my “me time” but I do enjoy running with other people.
5. What is your favorite running accessory/gear? Shoes, the latest one is my Mizuno Wave Rider 8.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Health as well as providing some Balance in my life.
7. What is your running goal? To qualify and run the Boston Marathon. But I am just happy to run.
8. Why do you run? I run because I can. I hurt my knee twice and needed surgery. Now I am just thankful I can still run.
1. When did you start running?
July 2006
2. Where do you run?
Ayala alabang and fitness first treadmill (looking for variety though!)
3. How often do you run?
Ho hum..not as much as i would like right now, husband (who was my running partner) is in the US and feeling a bit down.
Now im looking for a running club or at least some runners who i can join running in ayala alabang.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference?
Honestly, i like training byby myself. But now i kinda feel i need some company on the road, like people who you can talk to abt running. Somehow my friends arent into it yet soooo…. my only company for now are my running books
how sad.
5. What is your favorite running accessory/gear?
My New Balance 1222s, i bought three of them when it went on sale! i even bought one for my brother! hahahaha, talk abt obsession.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you?
The mental high, the satisfaction of making my flesh submit to my will, and knowing that if i can do it in running, i can do it with anything.
7. What is your running goal?
~Be like Grete Waitz! hahaha… well, to run for the rest of my life, grow old and run marathons ’til im 90+++ .
~To make running so part of my life, like eating. I want to wake up in the morning and itch to run.
~To train myself to get better and not feel like im training.
~To overcome my laziness.
8. Why do you run?
Because i find my true self when i do, and no one can take that away from me.
1. When did you start running? 1980, in college. Was looking for a sport that fits my schedule and gives me time think/reflect.
2. Where do you run? Presently, just at the village . . .
3. How often do you run? Try to run 3x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Have only returned to running this june 2007 after 25 years of hibernation, and after “60 lbs”, thus presently, I do run alone. But, lately have joined the Adidas King of the Road , and the QC Red Cross 5K run with my son , Ivan (na iniiwan ako?)
5. What is your favorite running accessory? I used to run in Botak singlet and shorts (mayroon pa ba noon?), this was when I’m still 140 lbs (my ideal runner’s weight, “ your height in inches, times 2, is your ideal weight in pounds” ) . . . but now I just wear tennis shorts and t-shirt (nag evaporate kasi yung abs ko? !#$%^&*) . . . Now, I have a “beat up, Addidas trail shoes” for dirt and running in the rain, and a new Addidas running shoes, and a New Balance cross trainer. Also have a belt bag that can carry a 500 ml bottle for water.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? It the best and cheapest way to stay fit and be sane, in this crazy, rat race world.
7. What is your running goal? Hopefully, will trim down to 170 lbs (now 195 lbs), sana will return to my 1:40 time in a 20K marathon and sana finish a marathon before I . . . . RIP
8. Why do you run? TBFAF . . . to be fit and focus
. When did you start running?
1983 which was 68 pounds ago. I stiopped, ran again last 2006 to shed weight wich i did from 190 to 165 and still at it to reach 150 at least. I joined races this 2007 and have been at it. The fun is back!!!
2. Where do you run?
I ran home from work in RCBC plaza makati on to Ayala,Mckinley Road, Fort Bonifacio dodging motorbikes and monster trucks in the south west service road on the way to merville, moonwalk and to my place in Mulitnational. I take long runs in MOA or in Manila Memorial park (where ther are more trees) on weekends.
3. How often do you run?
about 2 to 3 x a week….. weekends are amust for me so i join races to force me to run… sortof a weekend get out of that bed warrior tuff.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference?
I ran alone… My best time to think and meditate after work and weekend contemplation. BUt I can enjoy running with others …that si why I join races to validate that i am not alone in this thing.. I want to join a club too ..
5. What is your favorite running accessory/gear?
My NIKE triax 10 whic offers grat support. and MY Mp3 player strutting out Hendrix….led Zeppelin and Pat metheny to keep me going…..
6. What is the best benefit of running for you?
I cant explain…………….It is spiritual….First it touches my heart… makes it go faster…. I feel the wind… I ran after my breath… I enjoy the scenery…. I am one with the world………………..IT IS THE CLOSEST THING TO BEING IN LOVE……. which makes us live.
7. What is your running goal?
To run until I die……….whenever that is
8.. Why do you run?
I just dont aks myself why………….I just exist………….
I am enjoying the gift of breath and life….
1. When did you start running? February 2006 (10K Pasig Marathon)
2. Where do you run? CCP every Sunday
3. How often do you run? 1x a week, hoping to get back to the gym and make ti 3x.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? With my girlfriend.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? I have two. New Balance Shoes and mp3 player.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Getting fit. Bonding with my gf.
7. What is your running goal? A full 42K marathon.
8. Why do you run? I love it as well.
1. When did you start running? Preschool (tag, ‘agawan base’); highschool (50 m sprints) and distance in 1st year PE and again a decade later- 2002.
2. Where do you run? UP Diliman, Capitol Hills Golf- Ayala Heights (QC), Fort Bonifacio, Treadmill at Mandarin, everywhere else.
3. How often do you run? 4-6x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Either’s fine though usually I prefer long runs with company, time trials by myself.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? Rudy Project Rydon sunglasses, and my favorite pair of trainers- Asics Kinsei- the best pair of running shoes I’ve ever had.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you?
Originally to keep fit for soccer; to be able to eat anything and to get the runners high after races, tempo and long runs.
7. What is your running goal?
Win as many medals and trophies- age group or otherwise.
8. Why do you run? The thrill of victory; nothing compares to winning trophies and medals for age group and smaller races. The second is being the most fit in my soccer/ basketball teams (Atletico Manila, company teams)
1. When did you start running? September 2002
2. Where do you run? Acropolis, Greenmeadows-Giraffe St. stretch, Dasma-Forbes, Fort Bonifacio, UP Diliman, CCP Complex, Calle Ruega, Camp John Hay Baguio
3. How often do you run? 7 days a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I always run alone. I find it hard to pace myself with someone whose faster or slower.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? Adidas running shoes and a good sports bra that supports well. Also, dri-fit clothes.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? It makes me feel generally happier and less lethargic through out the day. It makes me feel like I’ve started my day right with a good old run.
7. What is your running goal? Someday (in probably 1 year’s time) I’d like to complete a 21-k race.
8. Why do you run? To get the runner’s high. And, I constantly love to challenge myself to see how far and how long I can last.
When did you start running? 1997 in perparation for my cadetship in PMA. but after i was discharged in 1999, i rarely ran. I took it seriously again in february 2007.
Where do you run? treadmill twice a week, up oval at least twice a week, and if im in my q.c. home i run in mira nila, if im in cainta, i run in greenlang subdv.
How often do you run? 5-6 times a week
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? both. when im alone i can set my own pace. but my mom and brother usually run with me.
What is your favorite running accessory? before it was my new balance 765 running shoe now it’s my adidas uraha. and of course my race shirts.
What is the best benefit of running for you? i lost 40 lbs in 8 months. so definitely it’s weight loss/maintenance
What is your running goal? to run a half marathon and to run until i die.
Why do you run? Because im the boss. no rules, it’s just me, my heart and my legs. and i love the sweat..
1.when did u start running?
1st qtr. of 2007
2.where do u run?
inside the village and valley golf for long runs
3.how often do u run?
atleast 3x a week
4.do u run alone or with others? preference?
i’m prepared to run alone but usually joins other runners so as not to
be called “isnabero” hehehe…
5.what is ur favorite running accessory?
my NB’s for flats and nike ACG’s for trail, walkman, digital
wristwatch/timer
6.what is the best benefit of running for u?
weight loss of course and to be fit and healthy
7.waht is ur running goal?
to run 10k’s regularly/consistently, join more fun runs (saka na yung half
full marathons hehehe…)
8.why do u run?
coz it helps me to be mentally strong & i love the feeling after each
run…exhausted but somewhat fulfilled. u can do it alone and best of all…
it’s free hehehe…
When did you start running? July 2005 (requirement to join a mountaineering org)
Where do you run?
• Filinvest Alabang (where you could see flocks of migratory egrets near RITM early in the morning)
• Bilibid, Susana Heights and Everest Memorial park
• Daanghari (Alabang to San Pedro, where you could see how realty and development “evicted” native wildlife)
• Mt. Gulugod Baboy in Anilao and Manabu Peak in Lipa (if I have the budget)
How often do you run? 1 to 2 times a week
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Alone. There’s no one from my place who likes where I run
What is your favorite running accessory? Deuter NORDIC I for my water bottle and digital camera
What is the best benefit of running for you? It gives me no reason to complain when an elevator is out of service
What is your running goal? To organize a run that will help save Ipo Dam Watershed
Why do you run? To take pictures and to enjoy the scenery
When did you start running? July 2007
Where do you run? the roads of Norfolk, where Im temporarily based
How often do you run? every other day, alternating with pilates and bellydancing( for real!)
Do you run alone or with others? Preference?Right now, I run alone.
What is your favorite running accessory? My first running shoes:Nike Air Structure Triax.
What is the best benefit of running for you? Stayin fit in body and clearing the clutter in my mind.
What is your running goal? To run alongside my baby, and be able to keep up.
Why do you run? It makes me feel alive!
1. When did you start running?
November 2003
2. Where do you run?
UP Diliman
3. How often do you run?
3-4x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference?
Usually alone, hirap makahanap ng kasama na ka-pace mo eh…
5. What is your favorite running accessory?
My shoes?
6. What is the best benefit of running for you?
Fitness, confidence and endurance (i’m able to play other sports because of this)
7. What is your running goal?
Be able to finish a marathon
8. Why do you run?
To challenge myself. Aba, patay na bata ako nung HS tapos bigla na lang akong na-addict sa running tapos biglang naging health buff. Marami ring nabago sa buhay ko dahil dito.
1. When did you start running? July 2001; stopped 2003; took it up seriously September 2007
2. Where do you run? Treadmill at the gym, Philsports, UP
3. How often do you run? 3-4 times a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I usually run alone: it’s my time to reflect about my life and let my mind wander.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? My new balance shoes and short shorts.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Stress relief and reflection.
7. What is your running goal? To finish marathons at least once a year.
8. Why do you run? I love the freedom, the sense of achievement, and the satisfaction of running. I like to let my mind wander. Of course, the after-run glow of my skin is ooh-truly lovely.
1. When did you start running? March 1994, rested 1999, started again January 2002.
2. Where do you run? UP acad oval or ADMU Moro Lorenzo to Blue Eagle gym.
3. How often do you run? 3x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I run alone or with my brother in law if there’s an up coming event, I run with friends for fitness.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? New Balance running shoes are the best!
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Fitness and health.
7. What is your running goal? To become a triathlete and run the Boston Marathon. (the dream)
8. Why do you run? To always catch your second wind, to compete not only against others but also from yourself.
“If you can fill the unforgiving minute with sixty seconds worth of distance run, yours is the earth and everything that’s in it and which is more you’ll be a runner my son!”
1) When did you start running? On and off three years ago. Started training longer distances July 2007
2) Where do you run? Treadmill, around the village, UP on Sundays
3) How often do you run? 3x a week
4) Do you run alone or with others? Mostly alone but not by preference. I still can’t imagine how some runners find common time for the long hours of training.
5) What is your favorite running accessory? hydration belt, sports cap
6) What is the best benefit of running for you? Forced me to be health- conscious – you know – take calciums, carbs, stay hydrated, have enough sleep, etc
What is your running goal? NYC and beyond
Why do you run? Except when running on a treadmill, this is one sport where I completely dictate my pace.
When did you start running?
March 2002 as an athlete, and August 2005 as a hobby.
Where do you run?
Lately around Baywalk, and at school’s sport’s complex (DLSU)
How often do you run?
As much as possible (around 4 times a week if I’m lucky)
Do you run alone or with others?
I prefer running with others, though most of the time I run alone *sob* haha.
What is your favorite running accessory?
Hmm.. my Avia runners I guess.
What is the best benefit of running for you?
Helps me keep my mind off other things thus keeping me sane from my somewhat hectic lifestyle.
What is your running goal?
Two words.. 42 kilometers.
Why do you run?
And basically because I just LOVE it!
Ika nga ni Peter Maher.. It’s because I’m not a wimp!
1. When did you start running?
June 2007
2. Where do you run?
Amoranto Sports Complex
3. How often do you run?
6 days a week. early morning
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference?
Both. pero minsan mas prefer ko alone
5. What is your favorite running accessory?
Avia shoes and sports bra
6. What is the best benefit of running for you?
stay fit and healthy.. dati overweight ako.. hehehehehe,
lost more than 30 pounds in four months
7. What is your running goal?
run till i die… join the Boston Marathon
8. Why do you run?
i dont know basta addict lang talaga
When did you start running? I fell in love with running again just recently as June 2007.Been into jogging years ago when i was still playing in a local college basketball varsity in the province albeit it wasnt as dedicated and “serious” compared to the passed months.
Where do you run? I run at the Amoranto and UP Diliman campus or sometimes just hits the scout area roads…
Do you run alone or with others? I run alone if my schedule doesnt make it possible that i run with my wife (who is also into this). Sometimes we brings our two little girls.Its great running after children who arent afraid to have their knees and elbows bruised..
What is your favorite running accessory? I got a Nike + and an Adidas Cube.
What is the best benefit of running for you? its for goodhealth first and foremost.ive become more active and energized since i started running and the migraines died a natural death.I lost some pounds too.Running can be a test of will,dedication and patience as well coz most of the time the competition is really yourself.
What is your running goal? my wife and i had our first taste of 5K runs in the past two sundays (animo and runnex exec). we both completed the race.my goal is to sustain this interest in the years to come.I think i can do a 10K but id like to improve on my 5K and check possibility of running a 10K next year.But the most important thing is simply to continue loving to run,run,run……..
Why do you run? …you all kow it guys..
1. When did you start running? sometime 2005.
2. Where do you run? treadmill at the gym, UP, BGC.
3. How often do you run? i don’t have a regular schedule.
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I normally run with friends.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? Ipod shuffle and New Balance Shoes.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? it helps keep my weight from going up even if i don’t diet.
7. What is your running goal? To run a full Marathon at least once a year.
8. Why do you run? I love running.
we will surely wait for that movie, have you seen the movie “running” , stars michael douglas, try to watch it, it is based on a true story.
as for the marathon, here is the latest record.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfqC-MV_EGs
keep on running !
mandie
1. When did you start running? July 2007
2. Where do you run? treadmill at the gym and wherever our long runs takes us
3. How often do you run? Now im training for a half marathon so at least 4 times a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? More often than not alone, but on long runs usually with running friends
5. What is your favorite running accessory? My Polar RS200sd
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Guiltfree eating after a long run!!!
7. What is your running goal? For now, its to complete the Subic Half Marathon in Jan 2008 and then to train for a full marathon at the end of the year. Long term plan … be a runner til Im a lola!
8. Why do you run? I started to keep of the weight … and then acquired taste pala sya… now i love it!
# When did you start running? August 2001 in a triathlon race
# Where do you run? Treadmill @ the Metro Lifestyle Gym
# How often do you run? 1 to 2x a week..hehe tamad eh
# Do you run alone or with others? Preference? in outdoor, i run with someone who’s faster than me.
# What is your favorite running accessory? New Balance Shoes Forever!!! sleeveless jersey or dri-fit as usual and i cycling short.
# What is the best benefit of running for you? Losing Pounds, Burning Fats, Sweating, and Gaining Strength and Endurance.
# What is your running goal? For some people, Running is very hard…But it’s all in the mind. who says we can’t finish 42k? My running Goal is to Finish the 42k run in an Ironman Triathlon. hehe
# Why do you run? To stay fit! I love pushing myself to the limits. I love to run..kung hindi lang jahe tumakbo ng tumakbo sa kalye from home to my worklplace…tatakbo talaga ako hehe… and Lastly, my father told me that Mama, already passed away, was a good runner but their religion will not let her to join races anymore and so her running dreams were shattered. I feel so sad for her and i want to continue her dreams. “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength!”
When did you start running? for fun-1984-1991 (high school to college, combined with bmx); for compliance-1991-1993 (cadet days. oh i hate those runs with the upperclassmen and when i am one, with my underclassmen as well, haha); for pride-1993 to 2007 (i need to keep myself fit to ensure that i can credibly bawl out my unfit men); for the challenge-feb 2007-present (when i got myself a suunto t6)
Where do you run? where my work takes me.
How often do you run? dati bara-bara lang (kung kailan lang gusto at nung cadet days, kung kailan may mase-mase) but now, i try to stick to hal higdon’s novice 1 program and stay at the 10th week level.
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I do both.
What is your favorite running accessory? suunto t6 and mod 10-7 2incher (haha!)
What is the best benefit of running for you? bragging rights (another haha!)
What is your running goal? See cadets rot running with me during my retirement day.
Why do you run? because the road is there…
When did you start running? a year ago just merely Jog nothing else but after the 31st Milo M 10K, i’ve called it now RUNNING w/ passion. ehem sound serious!
Where do you run? Grandstand-CCP (1Hr)
How often do you run? 2x a week @ 5am
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I do both, with my team we have a lot of future talks but running alone I have a special time and freedom to think.
What is your favorite running accessory? New Balance Shoes.
What is the best benefit of running for you? I felt refresh and strong Focus ba! b4 medyo edgy eh ngayon may patutunguhan na bcoz of the Jhamfrens Runners Club.
What is your running goal? in my place (Leveriza, Malate) to outreach every Barangay to join the club and in 3 years from now to run the MARATHON. Why do you run? my mind, body & spirit love to run!
1. When did you start running? June 2007
2. Where do you run? UP Diliman
3. How often do you run? 2x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I love running with a company. It’s a way of easing up the phycial pains as well as assessing your running pace.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? My shoes
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? losing pounds. I was obese before.
7. What is your running goal? finish a marathon (42k) or perhaps The Iron Man
8. Why do you run? the endorphins. Running is a also a good remedy for insomniacs. Once you run, you get a sound sleep.
1. when did you start running? in my early 20’s
2. where do you run? road, trails, running track in the gym,
3. how often do you run? four to five times a week
4. do you run alone or with others? preferably alone, but with a running buddy once in a while comes handy
5. favorite running accesory? an old cool-down shirt from a previous half marathon completed
6. what is your running goal? to graduate from half marathons and move on to a 42k
7. why do you run? running keeps my sanity
1. When did you start running? JULY 2006
2. Where do you run? Cebu City Sports Center , Club Ultima & Casino Espanol (treadmill)
3. How often do you run? 4x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Both
5. What is your favorite running accessory? Garmin 205 & Asics Gel Kinsei
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? eat anything on the table diet
7. What is your running goal? New York Marathon (Done Nov ‘07) one marathon a year for the next five years Chicago , Boston , London , Berlin. have at least one 10k event a month in cebu
8. Why do you run? it’s the only way to keep the body in shape.
When did you start running? August 2007
Where do you run? Ayala Alabang, Treadmill at Fitness First RCBC
How often do you run? at least 4x a week (one or two outdoors preferably)
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Both. There are days i prefer to run alone (zoning out) and there are times i like having a running partner
What is your favorite running accessory? I have two. New Balance Shoes (its worlds apart from initially using Salomon)
What is the best benefit of running for you?
Initially, weight loss. But now, its quite meditative and its centers me as well as running gives me the opportunity to “listen to my body”
What is your running goal? to love running for a looong time as well as try a full marathon (if running a retreat house will allow me.. why not)
Why do you run?
I helps me in finding balance:my center and my space.
When did you start running?
Feb 05 part of ACL rehab in Moro Lorenzo. Then took it up as a my cardio to compliment my gym workouts June 07. Became an addict October 07 when I got my nike+
Where do you run? Greenhills area.
How often do you run? 3x a week
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? So far alone coz haven’t found a run buddy yet.
What is your favorite running accessory? Nike+ & Mizuno
What is the best benefit of running for you? Cardio!
What is your running goal? Hmm.. have to think bout this… so far no goals for a marathon.. 10k max.
Why do you run? It’s fun plus it really goes well to cut up during workouts
1. When did you start running? Early 90s… off an on…
2. Where do you run? Ateneo, UP, fort area in 2007, parks abroad
3. How often do you run? 1-3x a week…off and on
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Both, but I like to run alone more. Keeps my focuses intact. My favorite running partner, joey v (bro-in-law) ditched me last year. I too enjoy running with him.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? New Balance all terrain, My id with complete contact numbers (just in case something unfortunate happens to me….knock, knock.)
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Slowly losing my pregnancy weight; no PMS
7. What is your running goal? Any full marathon… and to run like a child, effortlessly! Continue advocating my Chi-running paradigm shift.
8. Why do you run? keeps my energy levels high.
When did you start running? October 2007
Where do you run? Around Powerplant or Merville, Paranaque
How often do you run? 3 to 4x a week
Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I’ve only done running alone… haven’t found a group I can run with…
What is your favorite running accessory? Suunto T3 with HR belt and Foot Pod
What is the best benefit of running for you? Slimmed tummy
What is your running goal? 5k under 30min, 10k under 1 hour, finish a 21k and 42k.
Why do you run? Fitness!!! Perfect match with my gym workouts…
1. When did you start running? 2007 (on and off)
2. Where do you run? Before treadmill @ d gym, presently UP Acad Oval (sundays) and @ d bck MOA (weekdays)
3. How often do you run? 4x week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I do run alone. But its nice to have a buddy or a group.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? my mp3 player, I’m planning to buy a running shoes p lng eh
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? cheapest way to stay fit (LOL) and increase my endurance.
7. What is your running goal? 42K? (w0w)
8. Why do you run? to be fit…
When did you start running? 2002
Where do you run? bulacan
How often do you run?5 times a week
Do you run alone or with others? alone
What is your favorite running accessory?.new balance asics nike
What is the best benefit of running for you? toned body and getting rid of stress
What is your running goal? the New York Marathon.
Why do you run?I want to stop all my vices(smoking and alcohol) and I did it 8 years ago 59 Responses to “Meet Other Runners
1. When did you start running?
2. Where do you run? UP, Marikina, DJ subd
3. How often do you run? 3x a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? I run with my bro and a friend
but i prefer running alone
5. What is your favorite running accessory? My nike 50Lap watch/ wristband/red mizunos
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Conditions my heart. Meeting other runners.
7. What is your running goal? To keep on running.
8. Why do you run? It feels good! (yung 1st km lang, the rest torture!)
1. When did you start running? 2005.
2. Where do you run? Treadmill at the Gym; Around the village and PP Mall.
3. How often do you run? 3 short runs plus 1 long run / week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Preference? Alone so far. I haven’t tried running with anybody.
5. What is your favorite running accessory/gear? iPod Shuffle
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? Better health and endurance.
7. What is your running goal? 42K at 42 yrs old (3 more years of training)
8. Why do you run? Health benefits, Time alone, stress release
1. When did you start running? September 2006
2. Where do you run? Marikina Sports Park, Marikina Riverbanks (Libis-Tumana-Balara-Katipunan-C5)
3. How often do you run? 3 or 4 times a week
4. Do you run alone or with others? Alone, because I’m still looking for someone that has equal pacing. But I do like to run with others if they don’t go ahead of me or get left behind by me.
5. What is your favorite running accessory? Currently, my hydration pack and my dri-fit shirts.
6. What is the best benefit of running for you? I think I look and feel better than I was before running constantly.
7. What is your running goal? To run and finish any 42k marathon once a year for the rest of my life.
8. Why do you run? Freedom from thinking about my frustrations or problems. Constant physical and mental improvement. Sense of focus and accomplishment.
When did you start running? february 2007
Where do you run? U.P. and Sta. Lucia Business Park(back of SM fairview)
How often do you run? once a week(every monday morning)
Do you run alone or with others? i run with friends but most of the time we dont keep the same pace.
What is your favorite running accessory? my timex expedition and my nike running gears.
What is the best benefit of running for you? peace of mind, healthy lungs and body.
What is your running goal? to finish a 10k run(never joined any events)
Why do you run? i’m a smoker and a drinker, i run to balance my lifestyle.