Nike’s New Breathe Collection

The Nike Design team integrated lightweight and breathable materials into the footwear collection to help free feet from the unpredictable weather with its new Breathe Collection.

Cool Meets Comfort with Nike’s New Breathe Collection

It may be cool in the Northern Hemisphere for the Holiday 2014 season, but it’s summertime in the Southern half of the world. With the new Breathe Collection, Nike brings summer-focused performance benefits to sport classics. To combat the heat, the collection features breathable, lightweight sneakers that are comfortable enough to keep up with any warm-weather activities. In other words: sneakers for the spirit of summer.

In South America, Brasil’s hot and humid conditions inspired Nike design with the on-the-go lifestyle that switches from the beach one minute, to running and training the next.

The Nike Design team integrated lightweight and breathable materials into the footwear collection to help free feet from oppressive summer temperatures.

The Nike Breathe Collection deconstructs two of Nike’s iconic silhouettes, transforming classic Nike Air Max and Nike Roshe Run sneakers into ultra-breathable, lightweight shoes. The shoes have been stripped to their core essentials — layers of reinforcement removed and heavy materials eliminated. Spacer mesh creates pockets of air between the upper materials to allow for increased airflow. 

The Nike Breathe Collection's Air Max Lunar1 styles are infused with Nike Lunarlon foam technology, which refines cushioning by taking comfort and support with a responsive foam ride. 

Distinct colorways for men and women offer vibrant summery hues. The Nike Breathe Collection is now available on nike.com and at select Nike retailers.

Nike Air Max Lunar1

Nike Air Max Lunar1 is the definitive union of lightweight cushioning and flexibility. This season, the beveled ribs of Lunarlon foam are highlighted by a colored window that complements the mesh upper.

Nike Air Max 1

Stripped of its traditional leather, suede and synthetic overlays, the Nike Air Max 1 Breathe sheds weight and improves breathability. A dynamic fit tongue ensures the foot stays secure and moves with the body, while an updated Phylon tooling makes the sole ultra-light and super comfortable.

Bold piping offsets the gray mesh to give this season's Air Max Breathe an updated look. 

Nike Roshe Run

The definition of cool style, bright colors dominate this season's Nike Roshe Run. The men's colorways boast vividly hued outsoles, bringing a strong contrast to the neutral uppers. The women's looks take the opposite approach, with white outsoles supporting vibrant uppers and accented with a white Swoosh logo.

Men's Health Urbanathlon 2014 Promises A New Test Of Toughness

Event Name: Men's Health Philippines Urbanathlon and Festival 2014

Date & Assembly Time: 16 November 2014 Sunday, 4:00 AM

Event Venue: Nuvali Fields 3, Sta. Rosa, Laguna

What would you do if you will run the MensHealth Urbanathlon Race? Train, and train harder. 

New grounds! New terrain! New test of toughness. These are just a few words that best describe this year's MH Urbanathlon Race.

Men's Health Urbanathlon 2014 Promises a New Test of Tough!

I joined last year's event and earned a medal through an extraordinary effort. Boy, this race was not just an ordinary road race where you will just run and run until you reach the finish line. MH Urbanathlon, now on it's 9th year, is something that will blow you away out of your comfort zone. With the presence of obstacles that everyone must pass thru, you need an extra ton of training, wit and mental toughness to make it through. I would say, it is agility that will help you to finish this one tough race.

So, if you are searching for something, training, nutrition and some for this race, join their Urbanathlon Boot Camp, and train the right way. The camp, which will be held on October 2014, includes a mini-event for all participants to help them train and try out the obstacles before race day.

Finishers from the last year's edition. Photo from takbo.ph.

Race Particulars:

Distance, Registration Fees and *Inclusions:

• 5K - Php 850.00 - Race bib, Race shirt, MHUF Arm band, Finisher's shirt, Finisher's medal
• 10K - Php 900.00 - Race bib, Race shirt, MHUF Arm band, Finisher's shirt, Finisher's medal
• 21K - Php 950.00 - Race bib, Race shirt, MHUF Arm band, Finisher's shirt, Finisher's medal, 2014 Urb CapRegistration Centers (Sep. 12 to Nov. 19, 2014):

• Online via Takbo.Ph (Sep. 1 to Oct. 31, 2014)
• Planet Sports - Bonifacio Global City, Trinoma
• Gold's Gym - Robinson's Galleria, Glorietta, Katipunan

21km Category Race Shirt

5km Route Map

10km Route Map

21km Route Map

Obstacles:

Read on from the MensHealth Press Release here:

NEW GROUNDS! NEW TERRAIN! NEW TEST OF TOUGH 

Men's Health Urbanathlon 2014 Promises a New Test of Tough!
The country's first obstacle-laden race is back to challenge runners at a new venue this November!  

The Men's Health Urbanathlon is happening on November 16 at the Nuvali grounds in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. The signature event of Men's Health worldwide is a unique race that combines an endurance run with strategically placed obstacles against an urban backdrop.  

Over 3,000 participants are expected to join either of the three race categories—the 5, 10, and 21 kilometer distances. Along the way, they need to climb, and crawl through nine different obstacles. This year's barriers include a tire field, the scaffold maze, a container van, the low crawl, monkey bars, the military up and under, the network, rope shimmey, and the 8-foot wall.  

Registration period is from September 12 to November 9, 2014 at Planet Sports BGC, Planet Sports Trinoma, Gold’s Gym Galleria, Gold’s Gym Glorietta 3 and Gold’s Gym Katipunan. Online registration is now open until October 31, 2014 via www.takbo.ph/urbanathlon/. Race fees are follows: P850 for 5K, P900 for 10K, and P950 for the 21K. Those who will join the 21 K will also get a labeled race shirt and a special prize for their category. 

For a more specific training plan, grab a copy of the September 2014 issue of Men's Health where 60-day routine that will help you get race ready is outlined. For further updates about the event, log on to Facebook.com/menshealthphilippines.
The Men's Health Urbanatlon 2014 is co-presented by Gatorade and Avida with major sponsors Asics, Bridgestone, Gold’s Gym, Shick, Emperador light and minor sponsor, Planet Sports. Nuvali is the official venue while Takbo.ph is the event's media partner.

Rexona Takes Music Powered Run To The Next Level

Photo from RAR Martinez

During last year's Rexona Run To Your Beat event, the runners were treated to a different kind of experience. Music reverberates in almost every corner; DJs played their rendition from their booths lined-up along the route. One of the best highlight was the tunnel, with lights glittering all over, where the runners ran through. During this year's event there will be three for the 21km distance category. It was a totally thrilling experience for me as I ran the entire course of 21km sans my earphone. I intentionally left my music player for me to enjoy the music from the DJs situated along the course. The race was a treat since I came from a 50km trail race a day before the event. I made it as my recovery run. I just did an easy run while listening to every different beat from hip hop to techno to dance.

For those who missed last year's event, here's your chance to redeem yourself.

On October 26, immerse yourself in a trail of pulsating beats and scintillating visuals that will push you to go further into running euphoria at one of the most sought-after runs in the calendar, the Rexona Run To Your Beat 2014.

Taking Rexona’s Do More philosophy to the next level, Rexona Run To Your Beat 2014 will once again challenge you to stretch your limits at a music powered run that pushes you further while you stay fresh. Mar Corazo, Rexona Brand Manager, says, “We are always finding ways to make the Rexona Run more exciting than the last. This year, we wanted to take the Do More philosophy into higher gear with stimulating visuals to match music from different genres, as interpreted by some of Manila’s top DJs.” 

This year, Rexona has chosen to collaborate with the Republiq group and the top DJs in the Philippines to fuel your run with live music. Pushing runners to the finish line will be DJs Ace Ramos, Mars Miranda, Deuce Manila, Martin Pulgar, Euric, Motherbasss, and MC Pao. 

To make things even more exciting, Rexona introduces three new tunnels with varying themes that will make the music come to life. At key points during the race, runners will be able to experience the Retro, HipHop and EDM themed tunnels that will have different features, from roller bladders to disco balls, street art to laser light. But of course, only those who can do more can enjoy all three tunnels. 5K and 10k runners will go through two tunnels, while 21k runners will be able to experience all three!

Gun start for 5k is 3:45 AM, 10k 3:30 AM and 21k 3:00 AM. Interested runners can register online at www.runrio.com/rexonarun starting September 8, today, until October 12, 2014. In-store registration will also be available in Toby’s MOA, RUNNR Store or Move in Bonifacio High Street, Toby’s SM North EDSA, The Block and Toby’s Robinsons Galleria starting Friday, September 12 until October 19.

To prepare individuals for this much-awaited run, Rexona will be holding running clinics from September 18 – October 23. Led by Coach Rio, in collaboration with 360 Club Fitness, the clinics will be twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6-9PM at the Fort. The clinic is open to all interested individuals, but priority will be given to those who have registered for the Rexona Run 2014. Sign up for the Rexona Run running clinics now at the Training Camp tab on the Rexona Facebook page. 

Stay fresh as the live music pushes you further at Rexona Run To Your Beat 2014!

Finisher's Medal

Finisher's Shirt

Singlet

Filinvest City Endurance Weekend 2014

The city trail of Filinvest, Alabang will be busy again for the hosting of the 2014 Filinvest City Endurance Weekend. I was a participant of the last year's event in the Endurance Run category. Since I was training for a mountain/trail run to be held two months ahead of it, I made this event as a measure to test my endurance, particularly in rainy situation, and it worked. I was able to cover 71.3km, or about 25 loops during the event finishing (maybe) in the top ten.

Doing what we love most. Play.

And get a reward at the end of the day.

The trail route is good considering it's location which is at the heart of the city. For those who want to convert from road running to trail running, this is a good headstart. And for those who want to venture into long distance running, carry-on, push yourself to the limits at the Filinvest City Endurance Weekend. 

You can view my album from last year's episode here.

Filinvest City Endurance Weekend 2014
November 8: Endurance MTB (6/12 Hours; Solo/Team)
November 9: Endurance Trail Run (3/6/12 Hours; Solo/Team)
Filinvest City, Alabang
http://www.filinvestcity.com

Registration Information:

Registration Opens: September 8, 2014

Registration Fees:

Registration Venues:

Race Information:

I. Endurance MTB

Schedule:

Saturday, November 8, 2014

6:00AM to 6:00PM

Categories:

Venue: Filinvest City, Alabang

Distance: 3km/lap

Minimum Numebr of Laps to Qualify as a Finisher (Solo & Team Categories):

12-Hour MTB: 20 laps

6-HourR MTB: 12 laps

*All Endurance MTB Finishers will get a Medal!

Race Pack Inclusions:

race bib with RFID

bike number with RFID

event shirt

lunch meal (for 12-hour category)

Gun Start:

12-Hour MTB: 6:00AM

6-Hour MTB: 12:00NN

Endurance MTB Cash Prizes:

II. Endurance Trail Run

Schedule:

Sunday, November 9, 2014

6:00AM to 6:00PM

Categories:

Venue: Filinvest City, Alabang

Distance: 3km/lap

Minimum Number of Laps to Qualify as a Finisher (Solo & Team Categories):

12-Hour Run: 18 laps

6-Hour Run: 9 laps

3-Hour Run: 5 laps

*All Endurance Trail Run Finishers will get a Medal!

Race Pack Inclusions:

race bib with RFID

event shirt

lunch meal (for 12-hour category)

Gun Start:

12-Hour Run: 6:00AM

6-Hour Run: 9:00AM

Endurance Trail Run Cash Prizes:

Race Route:

Run Corregidor 2015

Beginning this coming 2015, race participants to both Corregidor Marathon and Corregidor International Half-Marathon will only be paying for the race itself.

Team Run Corregidor is giving back to race participants the option to choose their mode of transportation to the island.

2nd CORREGIDOR MARATHON Day 1, January 17, 2015

42K Full Marathon
Gun Start: 6:00am
NO qualifying time; NO race finish cut-off time

Race Registration inclusions:
• Finisher’s Medallion (0.5kg, 5-in diameter)
• CM Dri-fit Race Shirt
• Race bib w/ RFID timing chip
• CM Race sling bag
• Runners’ Briefing (Jan 10 & 11, 2015)
• CM Post-Race Party
• CM Digital Finisher’s Certificate
• P1,000 SOLEUS Gift Voucher

*For race participants attending the Carbo-loading Dinner (Jan. 16, 2015), Carbo Dinner ticket may be availed at P250.00 at the Runners’ Briefing.

5K Blitz
Gun Start: 8:00am
NO qualifying time; NO race finish cut-off time

Race Registration inclusions:
• 5K Blitz Finisher’s Medal
• CM Dri-fit Race Shirt
• Race bib w/ RFID timing chip
• CM Race sling bag
• Runners’ Briefing (Jan 10 & 11, 2015)
• CM Post-Race Party
• 5K Blitz Digital Finisher’s Certificate
• P1,000 SOLEUS Gift Voucher

*For race participants attending the Carbo-loading Dinner (Jan. 16, 2015), Carbo Dinner ticket may be availed at P250.00 at the Runners’ Briefing.

5th CORREGIDOR International Half-MARATHON Day 2, Jan 18, 2015

21K Half-Marathon
Gun Start: 8:00am
NO qualifying time; NO race finish cut-off time

Race Registration inclusions:
• Finisher’s Medallion (3-in diameter)
• CIHM Dri-fit Race Shirt
• Race bib w/ RFID timing chip
• CIHM Race sling bag
• Runners’ Briefing (Jan 10 & 11, 2015)
• CIHM Post-Race Victory Party
• CIHM Digital Finisher’s Certificate
• P1,000 SOLEUS Gift Voucher

*For race participants attending the Carbo-loading Dinner (Jan. 17, 2015), Carbo Dinner ticket may be availed at P250.00 at the Runners’ Briefing.

10K Challenge
Gun Start: 8:15am
NO qualifying time; NO race finish cut-off time

Race Registration inclusions:
• 10K Challenger Finisher’s Medal
• Race bib w/ RFID timing chip
• CIHM Dri-fit Race Shirt
• CIHM Race sling bag
• Runners’ Briefing (Jan 10 & 11, 2015)
• CIHM Post-Race Victory Party
• 10K Challenge Digital Finisher’s Certificate
• P1,000 SOLEUS Gift Voucher

*For race participants attending the Carbo-loading Dinner (Jan 17, 2015), Carbo Dinner ticket may be availed at P250.00 on Nov 30 & Dec 1 during the Runners’ Briefing.

Advance Registration Procedures:

1) Pay the corresponding ADVANCE RACE REGISTRATION fee by way of a bank deposit at any BDO branch using the following details:

BDO Checking Account
Account Name: Big Big Big, Inc.
Account Number: 000410417114

*For international participants, as follows are the details when depositing corresponding race registration fee through bank transfer:

BDO (Banco de Oro Unibank, Inc.)
Branch details: 041 Bel-Air
Swift Code: BNORPHMM
Acct details: Checking Account
Account Name: Big Big Big, Inc.
Account Number: 000410417114

2) Send the photo-captured copy of the deposit slip as a direct message/private message to the applicable FB fan page (“Corregidor Marathon” or “Corregidor International Half-Marathon”) indicating your full name and chosen distance category.

3) In 24 hours, an alpha-numeric code reply to your message will be sent to you by the page moderator. This code CAN NOT be shared with another person. This code is needed for the filling up and validation of your on-line registration form.

4) Once you have received your alpha-numeric code, on the applicable FB page, complete your registration for the race by clicking the on-line registration form link.

5) Once race registration is validated, you will receive in 48 hours your race inclusion confirmation via email. On the confirmation email, you will be notified when you may claim your race registration kit. It will coincide with the Runners’ Briefing. The venue will be announced via personal email and blog posts at a later date.

SPECIAL BONUS for CM & CIHM Advance Registrants:

Running the full and half-marathon distances in Corregidor is no easy feat. Serious preparations must be undertaken.

To all advance registrants, Team Run Corregidor is providing a free monthly training on the actual race course, beginning August 13. For more information, visit the FB fan pages of Corregidor Marathon and Corregidor International Half-Marathon.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Sun Cruises as our event partner is generously giving special rates for race participants of both the 2nd Corregidor Marathon and 5th Corregidor International Half-Marathon:

P1300/person EXCLUSIVE to race participants ONLY (inclusive of round-trip ferry, lunch buffet, and entrance fee to the island).

Room accommodations are limited. In consideration of this, Sun Cruises will be offering Camping Tents for rent (P500 flat rate).

Sun Cruises will start accepting ferry and accommodations booking for CM & CIHM participants beginning August 21, 2014.

For booking concerns, please contact Sun Cruises (8am to 5pm – Mon to Fri; 8am to 12nn Sat) at 5275555 loc 4511 and 4512, 0917-5459917, 0917-8084641, 0922-8475418.

Alaska IronKids Uphold The Meaning Of A True Champion

Cebu, Philippines- August 1 was a memorable day for our Alaska IronKids as they participate in the Alaska IronKids support Gatas for Breakfast, a practice run for a good cause. It was an enriching experience for the IronKids participants as they not only practiced running with the Ironman Pros like Pete Jacobs, Caroline Steffen, Belinda Granger, and Alaska Tri-Aspire Team Coach Mat O’Halloran, Banjo Norte and Jenny Guerrero, they also shared a nutritious breakfast with milk to over 1,500 young students of Mactan Elementary School. This effort to foster a healthy consciousness among individuals and families - through the combination of exercise and proper nutrition - is Alaska’s way in helping fight against the increasing number of overweight and undernourished children in the country. Having a healthy and active lifestyle does not only involve physical activity but also proper nutrition, living up to Alaska’s key message, Nutrition.Action.Champion. 

For more information, check out the Alaska IronKids website, www.ironkidsphil.com . For live Twitter updates, follow @ALASKAsportshub or search the ff. hashtag: #Alaskaironkids #GatasforBreakfast #MilkSelfie.

Run United Philippine Marathon 2014

October 5, 2014, SM Mall of Asia (Near Esplanade)

• Growee 500m
• Enervon HP 10km
• Alaxan FR 21km
• Enervon Activ 42km

Race Details:

Note: Additional P200 will be charged for race kit delivery for Online & Prepaid card registrants: 

P150 delivery & processing fee & P50 web admin fee.

For Race Expo and In-Store Registrants: Complete race kit will be given upon registration for runners participants.

Singlet sizes will be on a first-come, first-served basis. No additional fees will be applied.

Assembly and Gun Start Times:

Prepaid Card Selling Venues:

• In-venue registration to be held at Greenfield District Central Park, Mayflower St. Greenfield District, Mandaluyong City from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM August 15 to 17 only.

• In-store purchase of the prepaid cards will be available at the following stores, from 12:00NN to 8:00PM Monday to Sunday starting August 22, 2014.
  
  • RUNNR Store BGC
    B1 Bonifacio High St. The Fort, Taguig City
  • Toby’s Galleria
    3F Robinson’s Galleria, EDSA cor. Ortigas Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City
  • Toby’s SM North
    SM North – The Block G/F, North Ave. cor. EDSA Quezon City
  • Toby’s MOA
    SM Mall of Asia, G/F Entertainment Hall, Roxas Blvd, Manila

Get a chance to own your very own Active Health branded limited edition Run United Philippine Marathon FORTIVS-S singlets and kits when you participate in the 2014 Run United Philippine Marathon. These special items will forever serve as your badges of participation in this prestigious run where you are encouraged to continuously train and become a better version of yourself.

Race Kit:

The Run United Philippine Marathon race kit will contain the following: singlet, 3 pieces of Enervon Activ, bib number, D-tag, Active Health Sun Visor and wrist tags (only for Growee 500m dash participants). Complete race kit will be delivered for online registration and singlet will be given for pre-paid card purchase. For in-venue and in-store registration of “actual runners” complete race kit will be received upon registration. Singlet and finisher’s shirt sizes (for 21km and 42km registrants) will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Singlet and finishers shirt sizes will be available for fitting at the registration centers.

Singlet

42Km Finisher Shirt

21Km Finisher Shirt

Finisher's Medal

Prizes:

Reminders:

• Registration is on a first-come, first served basis, and may end earlier than the announced deadline. Race slots may run out before September 14, 2014.
• Runner participants who register at the stores will receive their complete race kit upon purchase. A Valid ID must be presented upon registration.
• Those who will be registering for their friends must buy a prepaid card. The singlet will be given upon purchase of the prepaid card. The rest of the race kit shall be delivered.
• Singlet and finisher’s shirt size availability will be on first-come, first-served basis. Singlet and finishers shirt sample sizes will be available for fitting at the registration centers.
• D-Tag will be provided to every participant to get the runner’s accurate time result and must be surrendered to claim the finisher’s item after the race.
• No BIB, No D-TAG, NO RACE.

Race Results:

• Race results will be available within three (3) days after the race at the following websites:www.unilabactivehealth.com and http://www.runrio.com.
• Timing and Race Results: feedback@runrio.com

Contact Details for Online and In-Store Registration Inquiries:

• Landline (+632) 703 1736 or (+632) 463 4814
• Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 5pm only, except holidays.

Nat Geo Earth Day Run 2014

Nat Geo Earth Day Run 2014 

April 27, 2014

Bonifacio Global City

3km/5km/10km/21km/42km

http://www.natgeorun.com

Registration Information:

Registration Opens on MARCH 1, 2014

Registration Sites:

Online: at http://www.natgeorun.com

On-site: Lower Ground, SM AURA Premier, Taguig City

Vaseline Men XTERRA Off-Road Triathlon Philippine Championship 2014

Vaseline Men XTerra Off-Road Triathlon Philippine Championship 2014

March 15, 2014

Liloan, Cebu

After hosting a successful series of off-road action events last year, Vaseline Men, the fastest growing men's skin care brand in the Philippines once again drives you to get more out of life in the 2014 Vaseline Men XTERRA Off-Road Triathlon Series happening on March 15 in Liloan, Cebu.

Dubbed as the world's premier off-road triathlon event, the Vaseline Men XTERRA Off-Road Triathlon features exhilirating triathlon races that will challenge even the most seasoned athletes. Aside from winning exciting cash prizes, qualified elite group finishers can race with other XTERRA record holders aroubd the globe during the world championship in Maui, Hawaii.

On its third year, Vaseline Men will again bring triathletes to the pristine waters and rough but picturesque terrains of Liloan, Cebu for a more thriling set of challenges.

The national championship event highlights two race categories, XTERRA Lite and XTERRA Full. The XTERRA Lite involves a 500-meter swim, 15.5-kilometer mountain bike, and a 5-kilometer trail run., while the XTERRA Full involves a more gruelling challenge with a 1.5-kilometer swim, 35-kilometer mountian bike, and a 9.2-kilometer trail run. Registration for the triathlon events is ongoing in the Vaseline Men XTERRA Philippines website (www.xterraphil.com).

Race Categories and Fees:

Race Registration Schedule:

On-going until March 8, 2014

Race Registration Sites:
Online:
http://www.xterraphil.com

In-Store:
ROX Bonifacio High Street
ROX Cebu

Registration Reminders:

Individual Competitors must clearly indicate upon registration which category they will compete in - Filipino Elite or Age Group.

Relay Entries: Teams must consist of three individuals, and please indicate clearly what each team member will do (swim, bike, or run). Mixed teams can be two (2) males and one (1) female; or two (2) females and one (1) male.

Ages of reckoning will be at 31 December 2014. All participants must be at least 16 years old on race day.

Race Course Description:

Course Description 

Vaseline Men XTERRA Off-Road Triathlon 2014

Liloan, Cebu 

XTERRA Triathlon in Liloan, Cebu will test athletes’ skill once again this 2014. The route will have slight changes, but this year there will be two transition areas. Transition 1(to be announced) will be the starting area for the swim leg and transition to the start of the bike leg. Transition 2 will be in Liloan Elementary School track oval, staging area for the end of the bike leg, start of the run leg and finish line and the expo area. 

The Vaseline Men XTERRA Off-Road Triathlon Series is also sponsored by ABS-CBN, Air Asia, Aqua Sphere, Coca-Cola FEMSA Philippines, David's Salon, Devant, Department of Tourism Philippines, Intercare, LBC Solutions, Prudential Guarantee, ROX, Salomon, Shotz, Smart, Timex, Titay's, and the Municipality of Liloan.