I never thought that there would be a half-marathon event organized in Sta. Rosa. Since most of the runners are from Manila, it would be hard to organized one outside the comfort zone of many. But eventhough, many still decided to take the trouble to come over to Sta. Rosa to experience a different kind of running atmosphere. It is more countryside out here with crowded roads.
I seldom do my distance around Sta. Rosa. for a number of reasons. First, the roads are too crowded-means it is dangerous especially with big vehicles coming infront of you. Second, drivers drive their vehicle as if the roads belong to them- they just overtake anytime and stop at anywhere they like! Third, its easy to run to Sta. Rosa but hard to return back home to Silang. I have to take 3 rides in order for me to return home. For these 3 reasons, I dare not take the risk to go that direction but instead towards Tagaytay for my long sunday runs.
Last sunday’s half marathon event was considered to be my last and final half-marathon event but not my final race yet. I still have a full marathon to run on May 10 and that will end up my running activity in the Philippines. I am schedule to return back to Malaysia by middle of May. To return for good!. Since it was my final half marathon event, I try to make the best out of it. And I did by accomplish two things. 1. Maintaining a pace of 5 mins – Which I successfully did but some lapses especially towards the final stage of the event. 2. To redeem my time at Condura where I finished 1hr 48mins and I successfully did it here in Sta Rosa with the time- 1 hr 46mins. rank 26. I don’t know if I will ever go below 1 hr 46mins, but Im not worried about it- the most important thing is to complete the event, injury free and go home happy and satisfied!
Ron, the youngest runner in the team! Completed the said race with the time 19mins. Congrats Ron!
One thing about running is that it influence others without you realizing it! I have a saying, “If you want influence, influence yourself first before influencing others” These ladies has influence each other that they started to enjoy running!.. Congrats ladies, see you all on May 10!
My Final half-marathon event in the Philippines. Looking forward to run more half-marathon in Malaysia.
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congratulations to all of you!!! i hope i’ll be able to join events soon.. but not this time.. im trying to focus on something else.. you’ll know later..
iban, if ever you are already in malaysia, don’t forget that you have running friends here in the philipines. good luck on your may 10 marathon. see you soon!
Hey Matthew,
Malaysia is just a neighbor, you are always welcome to visit and run here in the Philippines. Don’t forget that your friends here are always anticipating for your return. I’d run with you on the 10th May. See you then.
Vener – run unltd.
hi Aldz,
thanks man!… you seems busy with your “secret project” huh,,,, hehehe…
BR,
thanks, I’ll surely miss all the race in the Phil. It was nice knowing you and always inspired to know your passion in running especially ultramarathon. Thanks for your kind words… see you soon too!
Vener!
didn’t see you last sunday!… hehehe,,, must be busy. Thanks for the friendship and glad to know and meet you too… yeah, lets run together May 10, but want to let you know first that I’ll run slowly… coz I haven’t had my long runs lately…I mean above a 22k.. Any way, lets have fun… see you there!…
Congrats on completing this race. Ako I just joined 10k (my first) but it was good. Finishing it at 1:46 suggest you’re a fast runner! Keep it up
Sam
The Running Ninja
http://www.therunningninja.com
hi Sam,
Amazing, I read your blog yesterday and thought of getting back on you today. You should try running in Tagaytay. You will love the view here. Less traffic, better air, as well it is hilly. It helps to build your core strenght while improve your speed. Congrats on your first 10k. Keep the passion up… see you one day!…
hello iban, hope you do well on ur upcoming marathon. Running in Malaysia will be a challenge for you but I’m sure you can adjust. When I ran there last month, the air was heavy and it was super HOT! Take good care of yourself there.
hi, thanks… Yes! M’sia is very, very hot… hot whole year round. Congrets to you too!.. hope to see you this coming weekend!… Have a great week..