Archive for January, 2013

adidas recently opened its newest store at the heart of Bonifacio Global City. The retail outlet carries various lines of adidas shoes and apparel including: basketball, training, football, Originals and, of course, running.

“It’s not just about being an athlete or being into sports. The new adidas outlet will further promote the importance of having an active, healthy lifestyle, which Bonifacio Global City has successfully fostered,“ said adidas Philippines’ Brand Activation Manager, Adrien Semblat.

– George Youssef, Country Manager, and Jason Gervasio, Brand Communications & Sports Marketing Manager of adidas Philippines –

A fashion show presenting the different collections adidas has to offer featured models like Rocky Salumbides and Luke Jickaine, and former Binibining Pilipinas Marie Ann Umali. The catwalk, painted in adidas’ trademark 3 stripes, allowed models to traverse from the store’s interiors to the program area along the Two Parkade walkways in BGC.

– A female model fully clad in adidas women’s apparel –

– A model waiting his turn to walk the ramp –

I dropped by to check out the loot! And I bumped into some friends!

– with bloggers Jun, Vima (Kulit Runner), and Bards (Banana Running) –


– Nice bumping into Tessa Prieto-Valdes –

The new adidas store is located at Two Parkade, 30th St. corner 7th Ave., Bonifacio Global City.

For more updates, follow adidas Philippines at facebook.com/adidasPhilippines.

For those who’ve been running since 2008/2009, you may be familiar with the first photo service for runners during races, Photovendo.  It’s owned by good friend and TBR Magazine photographer, Ben Chan.

Good news! Photovendo is back!

Better news, they’ll be our official photographers for TBR Dream Marathon!  These are just some of the improvements they’ve made that’s getting me all excited:

– New updated website to allow searching using first and last name
– Photovendo website may now be viewed using mobile devices (iOS and android)

As always, their team of photographers are professional and always ensure that you get high-quality race photos.  Just don’t forget to smile!

It’s our 5th and last Bull Session for TBR Dreamers 2013 this coming Saturday, January 26, 2013!  Yahooo!  or Sob! Sob! or maybe both.  We hope to see you there! 

Event: BULL SESSION 5
Date: January 26, 2013 Saturday
Venue: Track 30th, Bonifacio Global City
Assembly Time: 5:15AM
Start: 5:45AM
Program: Short talk by Lit Onrubia followed by 75 minute run

REMINDERS:

• Please come on time.
• Don’t forget your TBR Dream Cards for attendance.
• We recommend you leave your baggage in your cars, but if you must bring them, you may leave your baggage with our staff during the run. TBR will not be responsible for lost or stolen items so please avoid bringing valuables.
• We will be giving out TBR DM Official Race shirts to TBR DM 2013 Participants who have not claimed the shirts.
• Gatorade will be providing hydration.  Please bring your own water.  (For race day, we will be providing both water and Gatorade every 2km)
• Bull Sessions are free and open to the public. Feel free to invite your friends!

For any questions, call Macel at TBR DM Hotline: Sun 0942 477 6099 or email tbrdream@gmail.com

For complete calendar of activities for TBR Dream Marathon, click HERE.

What a weekend! Here’s my training weekend in pics:

SATURDAY: 80k cool and windy (brrr!) ride in Nuvali

– with Jun aka Tatang, Lit, Tristan Choa, and Leanna Carmona. Missing in pic: Ge and Gem! –

SUNDAY: killer 21k run

– with Tatang, Rico, Bambi, Ton, and Edwin  –

The training was challenging and exhausting. But, for some reason, I felt more alive and invigorated after each workout. Is this a sign that I’m getting stronger? Or that I’m just really nuts now? Maybe both.

Last night, while the kids were out with the hubby, I had a massage to loosen up the muscles and allow my tired body to recover. I was definitely pooped!

When I heard them arrive, I snuck under our bed with the master plan of surprising both kids when they entered the room. (Yes, we’re crazy like that!) I waited for a full 10 minutes under there. Unfortunately, my kids are too smart. They entered the room and found me almost immediately. I was advised by Little Miss Bull Runner that, if I should ever attempt this again, I should hide in the far end of the bed so as not to get caught. (Smarty pants!)

Even before I could whine over my failed attempt, my clever kids pointed at the floor and said our dog Cosmo had pooped under the bed exactly where I was hiding. I checked it out and—gasp!—there it was, long brown poop!

– Poop! –

I wanted to scream. I checked my clothes if any poop had gone on it. I wanted to bathe. Honestly, I wanted to puke.

The kids were laughing hysterically. (This was NOT funny!)

Right before I jumped into the shower, my son grabs the poop and lifts it up on his palm. IT WAS FAKE!  I was freaking out over a wet, brown paper bag rolled up to look like poop!

Waaah. It was bad enough I was pooped over the weekend, then I had to get poop pranked too.

To my kids: I’ll get you next time!

One of the most anticipated races of each year as the Run United races by Unilab Active Health (ULAH) and RunRio Inc. This 2013, ULAH and RunRio urge runners to “exceed themselves” and it seems like they’ve done the same promising even bigger and better events.

– Run United Bloggers’ Night. We’re so many here that even Coach Rio and his hair are hard to find!  Photo: Unilab Active Health –

WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO FOR 2013 RUN UNITED SERIES:

1) LONGER DISTANCES

Unilab Active Health and RunRio are now focusing on longer distances.

“We noticed a trend during the previous years’ races that the slots for longer distances get filled up faster. There were instances when we had to open up more slots. So, by focusing on longer distances, we will be able to accommodate more runners,” said Alex Panlilio, Head of Unilab Active Health.

Coach Rio dela Cruz added: “This is in line with our plan to be part of the growth and journey of Filipino runners. It just goes to prove that the local running community is more mature, that is why we also launched the Run United Philippine Marathon (RUPM) last year. Filipino runners have leveled up.”

There will be no more 3km category in Run United, but the 500-meter dash for kids will be retained.

2) BETTER SINGLETS

Run United singlets will be using a new moisture-wicking fabric designed to help improve the performance and comfort of the runners.

– Run United 1 Singlet –

– Run United 1 Finisher’s Shirt –

3) NEW MEDALS

Just like last year’s medal, this year runners who complete all three races may piece the three medals together like a puzzle. But, the look is now entirely different!

– The United Medal for those who finish RU1 21k, RU2 21k, and RUPM 42k –

RUN UNITED RACE SCHEDULE AND CATEGORIES:
Run United 1: March 17, 2013 – 5km, 10km and 21km
Run United 2: June 2, 2013 – 10km, 21km, and 32km
Run United Philippine Marathon – October 6, 2013 – 10km, 21km and 42km

For triathletes, Unilab Active Health also offers the duathlon and triathlon events:

TRI UNITED RACE SCHEDULES AND CATEGORIES:
Tri United 1 2013: March 10, 2013, Playa Laiya, Batangas
Tri United 2 2013: July 7, 2013, Playa Laiya, Batangas
Tri United 3 2013: October 26-27, 2013, Subic
Tri United 4 2013: November 24, 2013, Ayala Alabang

DUATHLON
Unilab Active Health Duathlon: September 8, 2013, SCTEX, Clark, Pampanga.

For more details please visit www.unilabactivehealth.com.