Run For Green Life on May 29, 2011 in Cebu!

An online friend and blogger informed me that there is another running event coming up in their place (Cebu) on May 29, 2011! This is just in time for the Cebu Blog Camp which I planned to join, so I just hope I'll be able to push through my Cebu trip on the 28th to be able to join this run. If you wanna register, please take note of the following information which I reposted from LIVE. LAUGH.  RUN blog. 

Registration Areas (May 1, 2011):

Tarra Plana Vivo BareFoot - Ayala 1st Floor
Runnr - Ayala 2nd Floor
Fair Trade - Osmena Ave.
UC - Banilad - College of Law office

Registration Fees:
3k - Php 250.00 (male/female)
6k - Php 250.00 (male/female)
15k - Php 300.00 (male/female)
6k - barefoot and minimalist shoes (male/female)
(Inclusive of singlet, race bib, and food pack)

Leisure biking - Php 50.00
(Inclusive of food pack)

Prizes:
3K - Trophies for the TOP 3 winners
6K - Cash prizes and trophies for the TOP 3 winners
15 - Cash prizes and trophies for the TOP 3 winners

Prizes for Special Categories:
1. Best in Geen Costume
2. The Greenest bike
3. The Biggest delegation

ITINERARY:
4:30 AM - Assembly
5:00 AM - Run and Leisure biking kick off
7:00 AM - Awarding

FREE ORGANIC AND NATURAL FOOD TASTING!

Photo and text above were reposted from Roy Minguito's blog. Please feel free to visit his blog for more information. This is for advertising purposes only.

On Rhythm and The Road

 Many people would ask me why I am still so enthusiastic in running and jogging. Don't I get discouraged every time I lose? Don't I feel weak every time someone is ahead of me  in a running event? Don't I give up when I feel so tired already yet the finish line is still very far? Don't I feel so slow as compared to those who are experienced?

Well, in  a running event, most often, it's actually not important whether you're fast or not. Sometimes, what is  important is you go through the whole journey without compromising your health and body. By that means, you just have to go through your own pace. Personally, I don't care  if others are ahead of me because they're fast or if I cannot catch  up with the pace of my colleagues or friends. I don't mind if I'm left behind but I don't give up either. I continue running. I stop and breathe. I walk. I know my limitations. I know  my strength. At the end, I am able to finish the journey.

Recently, I read this  book "Like A  Flowing River". I  was struck  with one of the stories written in the book because it can explain my running experience. Now, to those who think they can't attend runs and marathons, please remember this wonderful note from Paulo Coehlo:

I've noticed that most pilgrims, whether on the Road to Santiago or on any of life's paths, always try to follow the rhythm set by others. At the start of my pilgrimage, I tried to keep up with my group, but I got tired.  I was demanding too much of my body. I  was tense all the time and ended up straining the tendons in my left foot. I couldn't walk for two days after that, and I realized that I would only reach Santiago if I obeyed my own rhythm. I took longer than the others to get there and for long stretches I often had to walk along; but it was only by respecting my own rhythm that I managed to complete the journey. Ever since then, I have applied this to everything I do in life: I follow my own rhythm.

Of Running.

Hi guys! It has  been awhile since I last posted an entry to this blog. I'm sorry 'coz I've been very busy attending  events and activities lately and I usually spend more time in my other personal blog. 

So, what am I up to this  time? Well, I've been attending running and advocacy events lately and now, I feel I'm becoming addicted to running already.  Not really the marathon type, but more  on running-for-advocacy type. So far, I've attended three advocacy runs/ fun runs for the past  2 months and I've enjoyed all of 'em. 

So what do I get in running? And what will you get in running? Basically, it's for endurance and stamina. Even though I regularly go to the gym, the feeling of having to run an "extra  mile" is more fulfilling. In the gym, you get to rest and sit down if you want to. In running, you     would only want to go further. It's tiring at first but you only have to go with your pace. I tell you, there is always an improvement of the latest from the previous one. 

Right now, I go to the gym every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and in between that (Tuesday and Thursday), I go running and jogging at the Sports Center Oval. It's a great exercise combination and I suggest you do the same thing. 

I'm getting ready for another advocacy run on May 15. But for now, let me show you my previous run experiences. I hope you'll be motivated to go running too. :)

Abstain 2011 - My first 5K Fun Run 

Abstain 2011 5K Fun Run is an effort made possible by Youth Unlimited Asia, Inc. to fight against health-risk behaviors such as smoking, alcoholism, drug addiction, and unsafe sex. This first ever fun run brought by the said organization promotes healthy lifestyle and good health awareness.

Read more of my experience here. 

5K CDO Night Run and Party was my first night run

My first time to run at night. Also, it’s an event for the World TB Day – A move fighting against Tuberculosis. Fitness and Advocacy in one!

Read more of my experience here.

 Run For Japan - My First 10K Fun Run at Metro Manila 

I was really excited to join this running event because it’s not only a fitness activity but an outreach program as well. All the proceeds of the said event will go to the Red Cross of Japan to help the victims of the recent calamities there.

Read more of my experience here.

Travel 101 : Cebu City, Philippines

Cebu City is one of the must-visit tourist destinations in the Philippines. It is one of the lively cities of the province of Cebu.  I've been to the queen city of the south many times already and I've actually visited most of the sites and tourist spots there. In Cebu City alone, you can already do a lot of things there. In this post, I will be recommending the sites you need to see. I will be as comprehensive as possible and I will also give some tips on how to make your stay in Cebu City more enjoyable. Read on.

1. Capitol Site (Near Fuente Osmena) for your accommodation.

          If you are visiting a place, most of the time, you will be out to enjoy the many sites there. That means, it is not favorable if you stay in a very expensive hotel and let your bags or baggages enjoy the accommodation. Since you will likely be out 3/4 of the day, you might as well find a cheaper inn or pension house. After all, you will only be in your room during sleeping time. 

          If you are in Cebu City, find an accommodation at Jones, somewhere near Fuente Osmena, at the back of Chonghua Hospital or Robinsons Cybergate. You will see a lot of tourist inns and pension houses there such as Westpoint Inn, Jasmine, and Dynasty Tourist Inn. I've stayed in most of them and I did not have any complain. All were neat and clean.

          The one that I recommend the most is the Travelbee Bed and Breakfast for the following reasons: (a) FREE WIFI, not only at the lobby but also at the rooms (b) Very cheap but the rooms are BIG (c) Rooms include Cable TV, Hot and Cold Shower, and Airconditioner (d) Free 1 breakfast everyday (e) The staff are friendly. You may see the photos and list of prices here. 

2. Skywalk and Edge Coaster Ride

Rate: P750.00 for both (Inclusive of T-shirt, Snacks, and Certificate)

        P250.00 per photo (You will not be allowed to bring cameras with you. It will be placed on a locker)

Duration: 1 - 2 hours depending on the crowd

Time Suggestion: Go there in the late afternoon or evening so that it will not be hot. They close at 12 am.

Reservation: No need. Walk-ins are allowed

Outfit: Rubber Shoes, Socks, Comfortable clothes (Shoes and socks are also available for rental.) 

Location: Crown Regency Hotel and Towers, Fuente Osmena

Tip: If you will be staying at an accommodation I suggested in number 1, the first thing you should do is number 2 because it's just a walking distance.

Other info here.

3. Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño

 Rate: None

Duration: 1 hour if you will attend a mass

Time Suggestion: At your convenience

Reservation: N/A

Outfit: No sleeveless and other revealing outfits. It's a holy place. 

Location: Osmena Boulevard

Tip: It is best to go there when there is a mass. They conduct masses everyday on different schedules. You may see the schedule of masses here.

4. Magellan's Cross 

Rate: Free

Duration: 10-15 minutes

Time Suggestion: At your convenience

Reservation: N/A

Outfit: Comfortable clothes

Location: Magallanes St. in front of the Cebu City Hall

Tip: It is located just outside the Sto. Nino Church. So go there after you visit the Basilica.

5. 4D Max Rider

State-of-the-art 4D Virtual Reality Simulation Ride combining high-definition 3D shortfilms with moving seats.

Rate: P120.00 per ride per person

Duration: 5 - 10 minutes

Time Suggestion: At your convenience; SM mall hours

Reservation: No need. Walk-ins are allowed.

Outfit: Comfortable clothes

Location: SM City Cebu

Tip: Try the Super Coaster Ride! A must-try!

6. Taoist Temple

Rate: Free

Duration: 30 minutes to 1 hour

Time Suggestion: Go there in the late afternoon.

Reservation: No need. Walk-ins are allowed.

Outfit: Comfortable clothes. No revealing outfits. It's considered a holy place.

Location: Beverly Hills Subdivision, Lahug

Tip: Since it is located in a subdivision, public vehicles do not go there. You must ride a private vehicle or cab (taxi). It's hard to look for vehicles in going back to the downtown area, so I suggest you negotiate (offer extra payment) with the cab driver to wait for you at the temple. 

7. Asiatown IT Park

Rate: Free

Duration: 1 hour

Time Suggestion: Mealtime, preferably dinner.

Reservation: No need. Walk-ins are allowed.

Outfit: Comfortable clothes.

Location: Salinas Drive

Tip: Nothing much can be done in this busy business area except dine at one of the restaurants there. 

Other info here.

8. Karting at KartZone

Rate: P300 for single-seat; P350 for double-seat (good for 8 lapses)

Duration: 1 hour

Time Suggestion: Late afternoon when it's not too hot. They close at 6pm.

Reservation: No need. Walk-ins are allowed.

Outfit: Comfortable clothes. Masks are available for rental.

Location: F. Cabahug, Ayala Access Road, Mabolo

Tip: Do not leave Cebu City without trying this. <3

9. Dine-in at Larsian sa Fuente

Rate: It depends.

Duration: 1 hour

Time Suggestion: Dinner time when it's not too hot.

Reservation: No need. Walk-ins are allowed.

Outfit: Comfortable clothes. 

Location: Fuente Osmena

Tip: It's cheap. You just have to bear with the smoke. Stay near the entrance. Even celebrities and politicians go there.

10. Jazz N Bluz Bar and Restaurant

Cebu City is home to Jazz n' Bluz - the sanctuary of improvisation in this central Philippine paradise.

Just off the beaten path is a jazz corner that houses a place where believers in the order of the blue note go to make their pilgrimage to get their regular anointing.

Rate: P160.00 for cover charge per person. For food? It depends.

Duration: 3-4 hours of music and dancing

Time Suggestion: After dinner. 9pm onwards.

Reservation: No need. Walk-ins are allowed.

Outfit: Decent Formal-Casual Attire

Location: F. Cabahug, Ayala Access Road, Mabolo

Tip: Before going there, have a full stomach. Their dishes are too expensive. You may just order a drink or two and have a night full of jazz music. Oh, they also have dance instructors so you could dance the night away!

More info here.

That's all for now!! I'll add more soon! :)