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So I’ve been to Nuvali a handful of times now as race preparations for TBR DREAM MARATHON in NUVALI goes full blast. I must say that it really is a wonderful place to visit for a quick getaway with the family or for a long run in a new course. Here’s what they’ve got in store for May:
Mark your running calendars for the 3rd BULL SESSION! This will be the longest training run for the TBR Dream Marathoners as the big day, THE BULL RUNNER DREAM MARATHON AT NUVALI on May 22, 2010, draws near. We run long and slow together at our race venue in NUVALI covering portions of the marathon course. Non-TBR Dream Marathoners are most welcome to join!
DATE: SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2010
TIME: 4:30 A.M.
VENUE: NUVALI, Sta. Rosa, Laguna
DURATION: 3 hours and 15 minutes or maximum of 28 km using WALK/RUN sequencing
PACERS: Team Secondwind
Other details:
See you there!
I cannot tell you how much I sorely missed the Nike Training Clinics, which I regularly participated in last year.
Nike Training Clinics were led by Coach Rio and his team of coaches, one of which was Coach Jo-Ar, my personal coach a couple of years back. (Again, I cannot overemphasize the importance of making sure the run clinic you join is led by a reputable coach, especially if you are a beginner!) Last year, hubby and I would arrive late, yet Coach John would train hubby even if Ultra was ready to close for the night. The clinics were also a good venue to chat with running friends after serious training (or during, if you’re a good multitasker!)
The good news is that the Nike Training Clinics are back! Nike Training Clinics start on APRIL 15, 2010. Here’s a note from Kaye Lopez of RunRio:
We’re bringing fast and sexy back this summer with the return of the Nike Running Training Clinics! After a short hiatus, Coach Rio and his coaching staff are back to help you get in shape and in form for your next PR.
Registration and entrance to the Ultra track oval is still FREE so bring your newbie running friends along.
Training schedule and venues are also the same:
We’ll help you kick ass and look great on your next race. Train smart with us at the Nike Running Training Clinic!
Last week, I posted THIS.
A total of 438 runners participated in the running shoe survey and might I say that the results made hubby and I scratch our heads at one point or giggle in another.
Allow me to share the portion that intrigued me most:
When asked what brand of shoes you wear, these were the top 3 answers:
But, when asked “What in your opinion is the best running shoe brand?” you replied:
I’m no research analyst, but I’d love to hear what YOU think could be the reason for runners using running shoes that isn’t their top choice. (A friend said we shouldn’t discount the fact that NB shoes were being given away hence the bias despite my informing you that the survey was not commissioned by any shoe brand.)
Anyway, without further ado, the winners of the running shoe survey who will each get 1 FREE New Balance shoe to wear test (if they agree to write a review about it) are:
Congratulations to the lucky runners!
* I didn’t post the winners’ full email address to protect their privacy. Winners will be notified via email.
** Winners were chosen through random.org.
The Bull Runner Dream Marathon website is up! Just visit www.tbrdreammarathon.com
To all TBR Dream Marathoners:
