When I was running marathons in the 80’s, my body weight then was 137-140 pounds. I was “lean and mean” and did not have so much fat in my body then and I was running 3:30:00-3:45:00 hours for the marathon; 1:30:00-1:40:00 hours for the 20K; and 39:00-42:00 minutes for the 10K. At present, my body weight is 155 pounds and I am trying to reduce weight (by running) in order to be competetive and reduce my PR time in future races. Continue reading “Running & Body Weight”
Tag: Running
More Pictures @ 7th DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Half-Marathon
09 March 2008 (6:00-8:00 AM)
The following were the other pictures taken during the conduct of the 7th DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Half-Marathon:
Running along the road in between Market! Market! Shopping Mall and Serendra Condominiums at The Fort at vicinity Km # 8 Continue reading “More Pictures @ 7th DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Half-Marathon”
Collection Point (Old Running Shoes)
This is with regards with my program to accept and donate “old and used but still reliable running shoes” to other runners who are using dilapidated and tattered shoes running shoes.
Initially, the office of the DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Running Club, Inc with address at Fire Station, AFP General Headquarters, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City will be the repository of all donated shoes.
The following officers with their respective cellphone numbers will be the contact persons of this program and feel free to send them SMS or call them for the details of the program or for personal appointments:
Major Rodrigo Turno PA—0905-900-3658
Captain Ferdie Espejo PA—0917-623-2611
Approriate papers will be prepared as Acceptance Form from the donors as well as Acceptance Form duly signed by the recipient. A formal letter will be sent to the donor as to who received the running shoes he/she donated. This will promote transparency in the inventory and distribution of these items, and in the overall implementation of this program.
A “booth” will be established by the abovementioned officers in every weekend race starting with the Mizuno Infinity Run at The Fort on 30 March 2008 to accept donations and at the same time distribute these shoes to runners sporting old, dilapidated, worn-out, and tattered running shoes.
I will be bringing with me to this “booth” my old running shoes which were shown in my previous post, and additional Merrell rubber shoes, Size 9 & a brand-new Reebok Rubber Shoes, Size 9.
Hope to see you at the Mizuno Infinity Run Assembly Area on 30 March 2008 at The Fort.
20 Kms @ 1:58:13 Hours
13 March 2008 (5:29-7:30 AM)
Waking up early at 4:00 AM for the Army Physical Fitness Test Challenge and its postponement brought me to an earlier and another long run for today. Starting from my quarters at Fort Bonifacio, I proceeded to the Heritage Park up to C-5 Road and back towards the Libingan ng mga Bayani for one round taking the outermost roads of the park. From the Libingan, I went to the Headquarters Philippine Army Grandstand and had one round in its two-mile run route. I went out from Gate 1 of Fort Bonifacio and went to The Fort, going around the different routes inside the complex. From The Fort, I went back to Fort Bonifacio.
I was able to cover a distance of 20.10 kilometers with a time of 1:58:13 hours which was a little faster than my long run yesterday. I started at 5:29 AM and was able to finish the run at 7:30 AM with a slow jog back to my quarters. I had a 15-minute stretching after I finished my slow jog.
The following data were taken from my GF 305:
Distance—20.10 kilometers Time—1:58:13 Hours
Average Pace—5:52 mins/km Average Speed—10.2 kms/hr
Maximum Speed—14.2 kms/hr Total Calories—1,470 cal
Average HR—154 bpm Maximum HR—172 bpm
Total Ascent—596 meters Total Descent—589 meters
Running Shoes—ASICS-Gel 1120
Music—Barry White: The Ultimate Collection (This “sexy” voice during the Disco Era in the 70’s-80’s died last year. Here are some of his songs—“You’re The First, The Last, My Everything”, “Love’s Theme”,”Don’t Make Me Wait Too Long”, “Can’t Get Enough Of Your Love Babe”, “Let The Music Play”, “Just The Way You Are”, “Love’s Theme”, and others).
This was my first time to use my Ipod Classic in my running workout.
Men’s Health Magazine
I started to buy a copy of the Men’s Health Magazine (Philippine Edition) last February and since then I am a regular reader of this magazine.
In the March 2008 issue, there are four items that caught my attention which are very useful to runners—(1) Eating papaya today can save your knees in the future; (2) Gym Workout that Builds Strong Quadriceps; (3) Leg workout for strength, speed, and balance; and (4) Sports/Workout Injuries: How It Happens & Its Treatment.
The magazine costs only P 125.00.
Lessons Learned: 7th DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Half-Marathon
These are the following reasons why I improved my PR best time for the Half-Marathon in this road race:
1) More rest/no run days—After the Pasig River Marathon last 24 February, I barely had a running workout and rested the whole week. After the Condura 10K run on 02 March, I only ran for a short distance once during the week and had more time to rest, sleep for 7-8 hours every night before the DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Half-Marathon on 09 March. After logging so many miles/kilometers during my endurance & strengthening phase, I think I could easily increase my pace in road races. My body feels stronger and more relaxed when I have more rest days before the race day.
2) Body Massage—Two days before the Condura 10K run, I had my body massage and I ran faster during the race. After the Condura run or the week before the Half-Marathon, I had my body massage for two times, Monday and Thursday. These two sessions of body massage made my muscles more relaxed and free from tightness and “lactic acid”. Continue reading “Lessons Learned: 7th DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Half-Marathon”
Winners: 7th DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Half-Marathon & 5K Run
The following were the top five winners in the 7th DND-AFP Gintong Pangarap Half-Marathon & 5K Run.
Half-Marathon (21K) Overall (Men)
1. AIC Eduardo Buenavista PAF 1:06:18 Hours
2. Cpl Cresenciano Sabal PA 1:07:06 ”
3. Irenoe Raquin 1:09:06 ”
4. Pvt Alley Quisay PA 1:09:50 ”
5. Cpl Reynaldo de los Reyes 1:10:21 ”
Half-Marathon (21K) ) Overall (Women)
1. Ellen Tolentino 1:32:25 Hours
2. SN1 Enate Sayrol PN 1:35:45 ”
3. Ailen Murillo Tizon 1:40:11 ”
4. Victorina Calma 1:42:58 ”
5. Janet Tabunda 1:49:31 ”
5K Run (Overall-Men)
1. A1C Julius Sermona PAF 15:00 Minutes
2. Bernardo Desamito 15:05 ”
3. A1C Jordan Oberez PAF 15:24 ”
4. Cpl Jojit de Asis 15:42 ”
5. Alquin Bolivar 15:56 ”
5K Run (Overall-Women)
1. April Tolentino 17:46 Minutes
2. Frejely Mag-aso 17:52 ”
3. Josa McRose 19:02 ”
4. Bernadita Roncales 19:51 ”
5. Ailyn Kintanar 20:19 “
LSD Run (12 Mar 08)
12 March 2008
After two days rest since Sunday’s 7th DND-AFP Half-Marathon Race, I had my long slow distance run this morning. My run started around the vicinity of the Old Gate 1 of Fort Bonifacio and went towards the back of the S & R Store and later to Kalayaan Road. From Kalayaan Road, I traced the road/route back to The Fort as part of the route last Sunday’s Half-Marathon. I passed by the Bonifacio High Street Loop and went around for almost five times before proceeding to MC Home Depot. There were runners, bikers and walkers going around the said loop.
After running a distance of 11 kilometers, I had my water stop at the Comfort Room of MC Donalds near HSBC. From this point I proceeded to Lawton Avenue and turned left at Bayani Road and went inside the Libingan ng mga Bayani.. I had two rounds around the Libingan, taking the outermost roads and stopped my run after my GF 305 registered a distance of 20 kilometers. I asked for some drinking water from the Office of the Grave Registration Unit inside the Libingan after I stopped my run. I had my stretching for 15 minutes before finally walking towards Gate 3 of Fort Bonifacio and ultimately reaching my quarters.
The following were the data taken from my GF 305. I forgot to use my Heart Rate Monitor Belt.
Distance—20 kilometers Time—2:05:39 Hours
Average Pace—6:17 mins/km Average Speed—9.5 km/hr
Maximum Speed—13.9 km/hr Total Calories—1,420 cal
Total Ascent—609 meters Total Descent—596 meters
Running Shoes—ASICS Gel-Kinsei 2
Postponed: Army PFT Challenge
As I registered to join the 8th Army Physical Fitness Test Challenge at the Philippine Army Gymnasium at 4:45 AM today, I was informed that this event is postponed to 25 March 2008 with the same time of assembly and registration. It was only early last night that this decision was given. I was informed also that the celebration of the Philippine Army Anniversary celebration was postponed to 28 March 2008, thus, this event will be conducted on the last week of this month.
I am sorry to those civilian participants whom I invited to join/participate this event. At least, you have more time to prepare and practice your arms, abdominal muscles, and legs for the event.
For sure, I’ll be there to join you on the 25th of March.
Instead of the PFT Challenge, I will have my early run this morning.
Army PFT Challenge # 2
For those who are interested to join the 8th Army Physical Fitness Test Challenge, they should be at the Philippine Army Gymnasium at 5:00 AM tomorrow (13 March 2008) for the registration. Race numbers will be issued to every participant. After the registration, warm-up and stretching exercises will be done. All the participants will be divided into groups depending on the number of available proctors/exercise marshalls in the Push-ups and Sit-Ups events. All participants will start at the same time for the 2-mile run. Food and water will be available..free!
Registration is FREE.
See you at the PA Gymnasium tomorrow morning!
Bald Runner 
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