I am Jovenal “Jovie” Narcise. I am an active runner and marathoner/ultrarunner presently staying in the Philippines. This site is all about running marathons/ultramarathon and road races in the Philippines and other countries. I am bald, 57 years old, and started serious road racing/running in the early ’80’s. I could not think or remember how many marathon races and other lesser-distance races I have finished since then. I stopped running after finishing the 1997 Manila International Marathon due to “sensitive” assignments/deployments in “insurgent/terrorist” areas as an Infantry Commander in the Philippine Army. I started serious running again since the last week of October 2007 and at the same time started this blog.
I have a son and a daughter. My son finished the Los Angeles Marathon Race for five times (2005-2009) while my daughter finished the same Marathon race for three times (2006-2007 & 2009). My son is 30 years old while my daughter is 29 years old and both are still single. My son finished the 2008 San Francisco Marathon and the Inaugural Pasadena Marathon last March 2009 and lately, the 2009 Loa Angeles Marathon, making him a veteran runner with seven (7) marathon races finished. My daughter also finished the 2008 San Francisco Marathon and the 2009 Los Angeles Marathon, making also a veteran runner with four (4) marathon races finished. Both of them are consistently improving their best PR times.
My wife is not a runner but she is always there to provide us with food for our “carbo-loading” before and after our marathon races and practice runs.
My Road Races (Since November 2007)
Ultramarathon:
2008 Bulldog 50K Ultra Trail Run (Calabasas, California)—7:18:16
2008 Mt Pinatubo 55K Run (Sta. Juliana, Capas, Tarlac)—8:14:35
2009 1st Bataan Death March 52K Ultramarathon “Test Run”—6:52:22
2009 1st Bataan Death March 102K Ultramarathon Race—15:18:45
Marathon:
2008 Pasig River Heritage Marathon—4:49:03
2008 The San Francisco Marathon—4:36:23
2008 MILO National Marathon Finals—3:48:32
2009 BOTAK 42K Marathon—4:35:10
2009 XXIV Los Angeles Marathon—4:07:33
2009 33rd MILO Marathon Elimination Race—4:20:45
25K Race:
2008 New Balance Power Race 25K Run—2:09:00
Half-Marathon:
2008 Subic Half-Marathon—2:12:56
2008 7th DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Half-Marathon—1:47:16
2008 8th DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Half Marathon—2:00:15
2008 Araw ng Maynila Half-Marathon—1:53:53
2008 Milo Half-Marathon Elimination Race (Laoag City)—1:55:58
2008 ADIDAS “King of the Road” 21K/Half-Marathon—1:48:55
2008 Patakbo Sa Kabundukan—1:45:40
2009 Condura Run Half-Marathon—1:43:08
2009 1st Greenfield City 21K Run—1:48:02
Mt Trail Run
1st Mayon Trail Run 18K—2:13:23
16K (10-Mile) Races
2009 1st Slimmerun 16K Run—1:16:30 hours (15K)
15K Races:
2008 Mizuno Infinity 15K Run—1:16:53
2008 Mizuno Rush 15K Run II—1:21:21
2008 VSO “Bahaginan” 15K Run—1:14:43
2009 Power Run 15K Race—1:11:14
10K Races:
2007 Animo 10K Run—55:31
2007 RUNNEX Executive 10K Run—52:07
2008 Clark Freeport 10K Run—50:36
2008 GIG 10K Run—46:45.9
2008 Condura 10K Run—49:37
2008 On Your Mark 10K Run—45:33
2008 4th Global City 10K Run—47:52
2008 25th RUNNEX 10K Run—48:48
2008 2nd Champion 11K Run—57:05
2008 Doc Fit Takbo Para Sa Puso 10K Run—50:35
2008 Hope In Motion 3 10.2K—50:24
2008 4th October Festival 10K Run—48:08
2008 UNICEF 10K Run—49:54
2008 UP ICTUS 10K Run—48:28
2009 PSE Bull Run—46:17
2009 Resolution Challenge—43:30
2009 Amadeo Coffee Run—47:11
2009 2nd Men’s Health 10K Run—45:12
2009 Southern Race ATC 10K Run—48:20
2009 2nd GIG 10K Run—49:04
Special Races:
2008 Gidaya Trail Run (2.15K)—14:47 (Champion 50+ Age Category)
2008 6th Philippine Army Physical Fitness Test—Champion
2008 Market! Market! 5-Mile Run—38:57
Sir Jovie, I did LAM 2007
It was my first ever marathon. Was totally clueless about the distance. That’s probably why I was able to sign up for it. Arrived 2 days before the race and was really dizzy due to jetlag. I managed to walk almost half of the race and finish with a very disappointing time of 6:45hrs hahahaha But It was a very, very, very awesome experience. I love the race. I love the crowd support. Perfect weather. and of course the food after. I hope to get a retake on that experience and just pound on that finish time.
Sir Jovie, congratulations on your marathon achievements. I migrated to the US and ran my first marathon (LA Marathon ‘92). To date, I have finished 37 marathons, 22 ultramarathons (50k, 50 miles and up to 100 miles), and about 125 less than marathon distance. I am always honored to meet or discover Pinoys with the same interest. Let me know if you or your family are running this year’s LAM. This will be my 17th year. I’ve been pacing new runners the past few years. At 50, I still can run under 4 hrs if I want to. Keep it up and Mabuhay!!
Benwah, thanks and congratulations on your running accomplishments. My son & daughter will be joining the 2008 LAM. For sure, I’ll be there for the 2008 City of Angels Half-Marathon and 2009 LAM. Good luck!
Hi King,
Congratulations for your new site. Am also moving Marathon You Can Do it, to a new home, http://www.dailyrunningtips.com. am still learning how to use wordpress. Keep running buddy.
Constantine
Thanks, Constantine. My daughter and her boyfriend brought me to this new site. They are experts with computers and the Internet. For sure, I’ll be visiting your new website regularly. Keep on running, too!
Hi King,
I just ran into your blog tonight. You have one interesting perspective as a runner. You lead, but you are also an individual.
Maybe one day, I will also run the Pasig River Heritage Marathon. I just ran the L.A. marathon as well. It was so much fun.
WordPress is a different animal. Just getting the hang of it. Anyway, I have the beginnings of a wordpress blog under qrunning.wordpress.com.
Hope you don’t mind if I stop and say Hi! from time to time. I live in Southern California.
Quicksilver
qrunning, thanks for visiting and making a nice comment. you are most welcome to visit anytime. thanks also for including me in your blogroll. you have a nice blog, too! and very impressive stats!..you are a “warrior”..my snappy salute to you!
Hi King,
Thanks. Coming from you, I take that as a high compliment!
Run long, and be well.
Quicksilver
baldrunner, I came across your blog after googling “Infantry Marathon!” I too ran the inaugural race, although I ran the half marathon, finishing third. However, I was stationed at Ft. Benning at HHC Reception Station in the Hrmony Church area of post.
I wanted to tell you that all finishers should have recieved a certificate and finishers medal that day. I’m very sorry to hear that you didn’t get yours. I remember the day being very cold and windy. If there is a way for me to help you retrieve one, I’d be happy to lend a hand.
raiderxc1
raider, thanks for the help. how i wish i could have a finisher’s certificate and medal for that inaugural infantry marathon. what happened with the marathon event? i could still recall Olson Hall, the Gym at the back of it, the Doughboy Oval Track, ParCourse, and the 2-mile route/dirt track infront of the Infantry Building..and Victory Drive! thanks for the visit and keep in touch!
Hi Mr. Narcise!
I’m one of Lemuel’s classmates who stayed at your place in Boracay a couple of days ago. In behalf of the group, I’d like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We had so much fun =) the experience was really unforgettable, especially for a first timer like me. Thanks so much for your hospitality =)
Elaine
elaine, you are welcome. i am glad you enjoyed and hope your stay in boracay was a memorable one. good luck & god bless.
Hi Jovie!
Yes, feel free to link to my blog (heatherdaniel.wordpress.com) I love your blog and read it often. Thanks for the comments and feedback.
Run Happy!
Heather
mabuhay kayo sir and i am doing 37 pushup salutes for your service and 56 more for your birthday….GO ARMY!
hi sir,
im noel one of your regular blog reader from fairview running club.hope to see you again in dnd-afp gintong pangarap.btw,iv some questions re the event,how they can identify who are the top 5 winer of age category,our bib # dont have a bar code.i sugest also that we should have a special award of youngest runner and oldest,my son 4 y/o also reg for 5k event.tnx.
bugo2x, thanks for the greetings and for the push-ups!..hahaha!
noel, my staff had devised a system to solve the problem & we are still “low-tech” with regards to technical aspects of running. i will make some arrangements with the committees involved to include a special award for the youngest runner. thanks for the comment & keep on running.
Hi Jovie. As a long time runner, I’m very inspired by the fact that you are running again. I haven’t been with WordPress very long but I plan to get some posts in very soon. Hopefully, I’ll meet you before the San Francisco Marathon in August. I plan on running it just as a training run but living here, it’s something that I should do every year.
Please feel free to contact me anytime. Continued success in your training and hopefully, we’ll talk soon. Take care. – Wayne
Wayne, thanks for the visit and the nice comment. you should be able to participate in this marathon since you are a resident of the place. sure, i will try to see you or contact you once i reach SFO. thanks & keep on reading & running.
Great to see your Badwater fotos, Sir Jovie. I followed the webcast and slept 3.5 hrs only. Jorge has been my role model ever since I stepped to ultras in 2002. I was invited to crew or pace but the notice was a little bit late. I can’t leave work for 3-4 days right now. We have a HS reunion in Las Vegas in Aug. Thus, I didn’t sign up for San Fran Mar. I’m currently training for my 2nd Angeles Crest 100 Miler along with another of our own (Pinay) in the race. We both finished last year. I saw pictures of The North Face sponsored 50k ultra in April in the Phils. I’ve seen a lot of hiking trails that we can use. Keep it up, sir. Cheers!!
Hi BR. Nora has been trying to send blog messages to you wishing you and Johnny luck at the SF Marathon. I thought I would pass this along since she was able to contact me. Thanks and I’ll see you, the kids and Johnny soon.
benwah, i am sorry for missing your comment unanswered. anyway, being at badwater and seeing all the elite ultra runners was a “dream come true” to me. moreso, when i saw them running towards furnace creek. i don’t know if i can do that. lately, i’ve been browsing ultra events in california and i am surprised that they are held almost every weekend during spring & summer. i hope to have my first ultra here in california. thanks for the comment.
wayne, thanks & extend also my thanks to nora. see you soon!
Hello Poh
Salamt poh for stopping by, sorry I have been really busy either running or working. More working thank running lately though. I was in Makati just the last 2 weeks though. Funny though I didn’t know there is a law in PH that we are not suppose to run with out a shirt L
I went running on makti ave to old pasy road and through ayala in the early hours (lucky no police was around) and all the security guards are like hey weres your shirt ahahha
So what about you are you running the MILO marathon? I was suppose to run the red cross 10k but they rescheduled and I wasn’t able to compete in any other runs out in Manila
Ray A. Yoshida
Dededo, Gu
96929
So how are you enjoying the US>? Interesting I hope….hope to read more on your blog
rayyoshi, i am glad you visited the philippines again. you can run without your shirt in manila but you should be aware of the “bakla/syokla” (gays) around you, they might run after you. i will be running the san francisco marathon this sunday with my son & daughter. good luck and thanks for dropping by again.
hi sir!
we would like to invite you to join the “run for your life” on aug. 17 at the UP campus and can you please help us disseminate the information to the other runners? pls. email thumbieremigio@yahoo.com for details, thank you very much and more power to the bald runner!
mountainrunner73, i am sorry to inform you that i am in the usa right now & would not be able to join your run. i hope to join you next time. thanks!
Hello Poh
Funny, I just realized Im as old as your children are, small world huh. SO how is your exercise and running going along in the states? And new pr for yourself?
rayyoshi, which means that i am old already! hahaha! yup, i am 56 yrs old already and still trying to improve my time in the marathon. however, on aug 23, i will join the bulldog 50K ultra trail run at malibu creek state park in calabasas, california and this will be my 1st ultramarathon. who knows, i’ll be running my first badwater ultra after 3-4 years! yup! i am crazy! hahaha!
Sir Jovie,
Kumusta an po. Glad to knopw you signed up for Bulldog. Bulldog was my first ultra in ‘02. The RD, Nancy Shura-Dervin was my ultra coach (Ultraladies & Men). She moved to New Mexico but we still communicate. Carmela and I just completed Mt Disappointment 50 Miler last Sat. Happy to say, we rocked! A lot of runners dropped out or shifted to 50k. Carmela won 1st in her age group. Wow! Next month, we will be running Angeles Crest 100. Carmela and I will be volunteering at Bulldog. If you remember the hit TV series in the 70’s “MASH”, you’ll pass by the ruins of the set (army jeeps). Nice view of San Fernando Valley but expect really hot temps. I’ve completed the race 6x. We probably can run with you on the second loop. Maybe we can hook up and run a few miles prior to Bulldog too. I’ll try to get Rowell, Carmela and another Pinoy (Deo) who has ran more than 100 marathons. My email is bgaetos@yahoo.com
I live about 10-15 mins from Silver Lake. Sorry, I wasn’t able to edit spelling typos. Nagmamadali kasi. I used to run around Silver lake when I was staying with my uncle near the lake. Also, there’s an interesting street in Silver Lake called Fargo St. Every Sunday after, St Patricks Day (April) there is an event called Fargo St Climb. It could probably steeper than any street in San Fran. website is http://www.lawheelmen.org Cross st is Allesandro (end of Fwy 2).
Good luck on Saturday, Sir Jovie. Don’t be carried away by rabbits at the early part of the race. You’ll reel them back once you hit your stride. Walk if you have to particularly the Bulldog Trail portion. It would be hot (93 deg) so drink a lot of fluids. I take salt pills or endurolytes every hour. You’ll cross Tapia Creek 2x. You can have a drop bag at Tapia Creek AS if you want to change shoes. Otherwise, your shoes will be squeaky for a few minutes but will dry out soon anyway. I’ll try to get there before 12 nn after my training run. Nancy Shura said no-pacing rule. I’ll probably bring some foods for the volunteers. Nancy’s husband, Larry loves our empanada.
If you were not able to get your running apparel, you may check out A Runners’s Circle http://www.arunnerscircle.com at Los Feliz/Riverside Dr. near Griffith Park. It’s the only Pinoy running store. They support the runningcommunity particularly at Griffith Park. Owners Joe and Randi are very helpful. Their running team is lead by our very own Chris Quesada who runs marathons under 3 hrs.
ben, thanks for those nice and encouraging comments, to include your “golden tips” on how to run the bulldog ultra trail and the other info which are very helpful in my training. my main objective is to finish my 1st ultra and maybe, copy this concept in the philippines when i go back. i am planning for ultra trail events in historic sites in luzon and i am interested on the management/operation of your aid/medical stations. of course, featuring you and the rest of the pinoy ultra runners based in los angeles would be a nice post in this blog. thanks and hope to see you this saturday!
Hi kingofpots!
Thank you so much for the race diary info from previous months. My family and I enjoyed running in Nasugbu, Manila and San Pablo for the months of July and August. I was looking for you every Sunday on races, however, I didn’t manage to see you at all. The last race I joined was the Human Race Nike in which I came 2nd, however, I was disqualified for not wearing the right kit.
I left to one of the organisers one of my Royal Navy Running Shirt for them to hand in to you as a token. I wonder whether he managed to deliver it to you. I’m not very bad at remembering names but all I can remember was that he works for the Nike shop in High Street Fort Bonifacio.
Once again, thanks and I hope to see you next year around the same months.
hello po
I see that your running is still going very well, I’ve been training and haven’t had much in between training and work. Are you back in Philippines, whats new, I heard about a 10k at the fort on 26th of October, I’m running at 1/2marthon this Sunday and then a 5k then a 10k on 9th Of November on Guam. I ‘m thinking about the run at the fort on the 26th October, what are your plans?
Ray
Hi Sir,
Thank you very much for accommodating me last night. It was nice to train with you. I am looking forward to joining more of your sessions.
All the best!
Javy
http://positivesplit.blogspot.com
javy, our speed training is open for everybody. we will continue this program as long as there are runners willing to improve their finish times in every road race. the sessions are from 5:30PM-8:30PM every Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday. everything is free! see you again tomorrow.
hello, bald runner,
i have been a regular visitor dito sa blogsite mo. i am just starting to run again irregular nga lang. my boss brought me back into this sport who regularly runs at the fort. medyo mali nga lang ang timing ko sa pagbalik sa running at medyo gipit sa budget. right now i run with my badminton shoes na medyo me kabigatan alternate with my old nike basketball shoes. i have read in your blogs that you have a program donate a shoe. if i may, baka naman puede ako maging reciepient ng mga na donate sa iyo. by the way my feet size is, size 11
thanks and more power to you and hope to see you soon in person
Life is short and eternity is sure. Some people are making an eternal mark, while others are just writing in the sand. Your Work will definitely leave a lasting impact. God bless you and keep your blog rolling…for His glory.
Hi Sir Jovie! I’m Dr. Jun Kagaoan, 41 yrs old, a dentist from Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, a mountain biker, badminton player & newbie in running which I have started a few months ago and beginning to love it as my cross training. My friend informed me about your blog and it has been my daily routine since then to read your articles regularly and I find it very inspiring because of your thoughts, scientific because of your training program and it was really motivating for us newbies and professional runners as well. We have just formed our group here called “TARAYEM” acronym Trekking, Adventure & Running Advocates for a Youthful and Energetic Mind! Our aim is to promote running in our province and to develop potential runners to compete and represent TARAYEM and our province. We are planning to conduct our 1st Fun Run on February 14, 2009 dubbed as “Tarayem- Pusok Indengam man! It will be a joint project of the city government of Vigan and TARAYEM. I would like to invite you, your team, and all runners to join this event in the Heritage City of Vigan. I will be posting the details of the said fun run as soon as we have finalize the details. Naimbag nga aldaw kadakayo amin, Tarayem!
Good day sir, I’m a researcher from the program Case Unclosed. Currently we are working on an episode on the Magsaysay Air Crash. Recently, I came across your post about Ramon Magsaysay and Mt. Manunggal. I was just wondeing if you still have a copy of the book “Portrait of a Cold Warrior” By Joseph Smith and if you do, could I borrow it? You mentioned that there was a part in the book that said that there could be a possibility that the crash was not an accident.
Thank you sir.
Maria Beverly Sambajon
Program Researcher
Case Unclosed
caymus, we have the only remaining shoes, which size 11, reserved for you.
rfc, thanks for the comment. we will try our best to keep up with our advocacy.
dr. jun, thanks for the information. i hope to be there with my runners on your scheduled road race. good luck on your endeavor.
marie, i sent an e-mail to your gma e-mail address few days back. my book got lost already and you can get the synopsis of the book from the internet. i suggest you talk to mr ernesto mata of malaya about former president magsaysay. thanks for the comment.
Hi BR. Can i request a post? I always notice from your posted pics that you are wearing a rolled scarf on you neck. Is that your anting-anting (amulet)? Also, you are wearing cycling shorts in most of your runs. Are there benefits of wearing a tight shorts? Are you trying to make a running fashion statement?
BTW, i’ve reached 999km today. I started Sep 29, 2008. Thanks for the inspiring people to run.
Hi Sir Jovie!
It was great seeing you at the restaurant. I was reading your blog and I’m amazed with your accomplishments- your discipline and consistency is something we runners should aspire to achieve.
Hey, I hope I get to see you at the Happy Run this Sunday and please stop-by Paul Calvin’s Deli you are always welcome in our place.
-Jay Em
jay, i guess, i am the last runner to have entered and dined at your place..hehehe..thanks for the invitation. see you at the races.
Hi Jovie
I just stumbled upon your site when I did a search on running and P90X. Great running credentials. I’m training for the Boston marathon using Hal Higdon’s Boston
marathon specific program. In addition, I’m following the P90X routine about 5 times a week. Do you think this is overtraining ?
joe, thanks for the visit. i do more running than using the P90X. what i like in P90X are the plyometrics, core/abs, & yoga/stretching exercises. these exercises are needed to make you faster, stronger, improve your running form, and lengthen your strides. good luck on your boston marathon.
Hi Jovie,
Its good to hear there’s someone who share same passion as mine
I also post a Blog in world press http://eightdreams.wordpress.com/2009/03/16/running-my-health-my-vain-my-passion/
I am looking forward to cross the finish with you on April 5 @ The 1st Bataan Death March Ultramarathon Challenge…
By the way, pls let me know if you have a org club where i can join as member.
See you soon
July C Oconer
july, i just logged Team Bald Runner as a Running Group at http://www.pinoyatleta.com. you can include yourself as one of the members. nice blog. i just posted a comment on your first post. good luck and see you soon!
Hello, Sir Jovie! I’m a former CE of AFPMBAI. However after 15 years of service I opted for early retirement to finish my graduate studies in Media Studies in UP Diliman and eventually seek professional advancement in other companies. Currently, I’m preparing for my compre exam scheduled next month. The Condura Run was my first marathon, although I’m not new to running Im curious as to how the pace is computed and how were you able to document your run per every kilometer? Thank you and best regards.
Would it be ok with you Sir if I email or text you in the future?
Jard Gerona
jard, thanks for your comment and good luck on your comprehensive exams. congrats on your condura run finish. i hope you enjoyed the experience of running along the Skyway. i’ve been wearing a Garmin Forerunner 305 (GF 305)watch since Feb 2008 and that is the source of the info/data about my run once i upload it to my PC/laptop. the watch has a GPS and it can track your run through the GPS satellites, thus, it can compute your pace, provide the distance you covered and trace your run through a map. thanks for the comment.
good day sir jovie!
i’m a big fan of yours, and i thank you for granting me the opportunity to have my photo taken you during the takbo.ph CLP last march 20. =)
please add me to your blogroll… http://drumandrun.wordpress.com
many thanks and i hope to see (as well as interact with) you soon in future races! =)
carlo
Hi sir jovie. I have been wanting to run but when I started last year, I injured my knee. Now, its much better and Im excited to try running again. I am looking for a running coach who can assist/coach me and help me build my endurance. Is there a person/group I could get in touch with to ask for a coach? Thank you so much.
Hi Bald Runner,
I honour you for your passion and commitment to better our people and country.
I am very much tempted to run the UltraMarathon but I am a newbie to long distance running. I am not confident if i can do the distance with limited time on hand.I have run my first Marathon last year in Dublin for the benefit of Gawad Kalinga- Philippines. This is a charity organization that helps build communities in Philippines. I managed to convince some people to run the marathon this October 2009 in Dublin. We are inviting you to run here in Dublin this year. Please let me know if you are interested. It would be a great if you can come here and share your passion to the pinoys here. Mabuhay!
Hi Jovie!
I will be in Manila again around August and this time staying in Mandaluyong. I have been following your blog and you mentioned that you run around Wack-Wack area. Is it possible for me to train with you whilst I am there? I am hoping to race whilst I am there. I checked the running races with Milo and it seem to me that those are the only exciting events so far? I missed the TNF last year and this year. It’s a shame. I am more of a trail runner and dirts excite me. By the way, I was the one who left you a British Royal Navy Running Vest but seem to have lost in transition. I have another one for you if you are interested.
i am a regular runner at the ULTRA Oval Track in Pasig and I hope to join your running workouts during your visit. we can go out from Manila for some trail runs if you have the time. thanks for the running vest. yes, it was lost. hope to see you soon.
Thanks for the response. That would be fantastic! What days and time do you normally run in that Oval Track? I will make arrangements nearer to my arrival. I will be there on the 30th of July and will be staying for 4 weeks. Do you know a 10k race on the 2nd of July? I’ve seen a race in bull runner’s blog, however, the longest distance is only 5K. I can’t wait for the holiday and I am so pleased that running has become more popular in the Philippines. C u soon.
sir, thanks so much for visiting my site, a walker’s run, last week and leaving very good insights and suggestions for me. i am just starting out and appreciate very much inputs from running veterans such as yourself. you and your family are an inspiration to beginning runners like me!
eire
http://walkersrun.wordpress.com
eire, i really wanted much to help beginners in running so that they will become passionate about it and become good example to the family, relatives, friends, and classmates and able to influence them to be involved in running/active & healthy lifestyle. keep on posting and running. your running journal/blog will help you trace your training. good luck and stay safe!
Hi,
I came across this site when I was googling for info about running. I took up running 4 weeks back, just to get healthy. Initially i could not run for 500m without panting and having severe pain in my shin. I have ready up about warming up etc and gradually have been building up my stamina. On saturday I ran for 10K took me 2hrs. My goal is to gradually build up my stamina and bring this down to 30m and to compete in the 10K Olympic event in 2012! I am 33 years old, very much a beginner in running and over-weight but I believe that if I can do this and get transformed then anyone can!
Any recommendations/advise that will help get me to my goal would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Aby
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Hi Sir,
I have been visiting your blog from time to time, but didn’t get a chance to give you feedback- because it was only recently that I got my wordpress account.
Your accomplishment is really amazing.
You are the classic example of a purest runner….need I say more =)
I’d like to thank you for the nice articles about running.
I feel stimulated and motivated after reading your blog last night (the blogspot- where you talked about ultra marathon).
This morning during my first 10K race…I thought I’m gonna give up and take a walk….but I kept thinking about that “wall”…. finally I was able to breakfree from running within the confines of my comfort (which is 5K). Maybe I’m not that fast, but I sustained a continuous run….pushing myself when it was easy to make a halt.
More Power and I am so glad to found your site in the web.
P.S. Btw, you influenced me to monitor my mileage….I really do hope to hit that 1000 K.
Godbless.
congratulations for finishing your first 10k. thanks for visiting this blog & good luck on your first 1,000K finish.