Today, Filipino running icon and my dearest friend, Patrick “RunningShield” Concepcion, passed away. He was the epitome of a real runner – self-effacing, humble, and kind. You would always just see him swiftly, lightly running by with a quick wave and his big smile. To me, he’ll always be running. RIP PatCon. You will be missed. (more…)
Come and join TBR Dream Marathon, my baby, my personal project, and advocacy. It’s the first and only marathon in the world that caters to first- and second-time marathoners.
Now on its 12th year, The Bull Runner (TBR) Dream Marathon will be held on Feb. 12, 2023 at Clark Parade Grounds in Pampanga. Registrants will enjoy a free marathon training program, in-person monthly Bull Sessions (run clinics), virtual monthly Bull Circles (running talks), and a Send-Off Party right before the race. Of course, you’ll also have one of the most memorable experiences of your life when you run your first marathon with us surrounded by the cheers of our volunteer Dream Chasers and the support of your batchmates who will, by that time, be your best running buddies! (more…)
Ayala Land recently opened Vermosa Sports Hub, the country’s first premier and professionally managed sports facility, located at Vermosa, Daang Hari Road cor. Vermosa Blvd. in Imus, Cavite. It is situated within the 700 hectares of space in Vermosa, a masterplanned mixed-use estate of Ayala Land.
Nice seeing tri friends again at the Vermosa opening
with tri friends from Alveo tri team: Jay Caniza, Rico Manuel, and Gutz Gutierrez
with one of my fave fit couples Suzi and Paolo Abrera
Vermosa Sports Hub is home to groundbreaking features that include the following:
+ the Philippines’ first 9-lane track oval built in accordance with the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) standards. Fee: P90 for 6 hour use.
+ Olympic-size swimming pool equipped with the latest timing system by Omega and the Anti Wave Starting Blocks. Fee: P220 for 4 hour use.
+ Sante Fitness Lab, one-stop shop that will include a strength and conditioning fitness facility, sports rehab areas, a dance studio, a spinning class area, bike shop and services, a nutrition and fitness café, VO2 max/lactate testing by using a machine that can test an individuals level of oxygen while training , plus conference and lecture rooms to be managed and operated by Sante Health & Fitness, Inc.
+ a standard sized football field with natural grass and a sand sub-base, which makes it an ideal playing surface that is able to divot, or give way, under foot traction
+ The Vermosa Sports Hub will also soon unveil bike lanes, jogging paths, and other outdoor sports facilities
+ Retail outlets will soon open which will include health and sports merchants
Athletes may avail of a 20% discount for special passes until April 2018: (rates may change w/o prior notice)
Annual VIP Pass – Php 5,600
1 Month Unlimited Pool Pass – Php, 2,250
3 Months Unlimited Pool Pass – Php 5,600
Longstanding swimming brand known by the purist of swimmers, Arena Water Instinct, recently opened its flagship store at Alabang Town Center. The Arena Concept Store, prides itself of carrying top-level suits and gears, training suits, leisure wear and basic equipment to supplement your regular in-pool training routines.
with brand manager Luis Syquia, Monching Romano of Race Day, and triathletes Marge Camacho, Coach Don Velasco, and Ines Santiago (more…)
