Congratulations all the participants of FrancisM’s
first ever fun run event. A tribute for the master rapper held on March 30,
2014, death month anniversary of Francis “Kiko” Magalona. Presented by
RUNtarantantan by Bearwin Meily, part of the proceeds will go to Francis
Magalona Foundation.
In line to this event, I’m glad that I have
returned. I have joined back in 2012 for Go Naturals in 5k category but that
was it. So this event is a kick-off to start anew. I am grateful that I
have found new friends who are fond of running. And take note they are much
willing to do the registration and reservation.
And how was my preparation for this run? Nahhh,
16k is not a joke. So I trained almost every single day at the Ayala Triangle
Gardens where most of the joggers vested in. I started from 3k to 5k to 8k and
to 10k, then afterwards beating my 10k personal records, thanks to my running
apps. Speaking of running applications, for newbies, I used
Nike+ this is free from App Store and Google Play, you can also use Runkeeper
or Endomondo.
One of the basic requirements to use this app is
internet; GPS should be activated in order to track your location and that
requires internet connectivity. I’m not sure if this true, my friend able to
use Nike+ app using only “free facebook” from Globe.
And how about the run? Hmmm, we were late. I
didn’t get ahead with road blockings and parking area. Spurred in the moment
without warming up, we were at the third batch. Run is hosted by lead organizer
himself Bearwin Meily and comedian Bayani Agbayani. First 30 minutes is quite tiring
and strange. I was wheezing, I’m running out of breath, my legs will yield at
any time. So I took a walkathon for 5 minutes then run again until I manage the
rhythm of my body and legs. Good thing the map is just a straight stretch from
Roxas Boulevard to Coastal area.
And I just noticed and glad the creativity of
other runners, the way they wear superhero costumes, colorful wigs, running barefoot,
shirtless showing their beautiful pandesal abs, deym…rich in “pakwelas”. After
all they just give the real meaning of FUN-RUN – competition in an entertaining
way.
So this is me, fat-ass runner! Looking serious,
but no no, I know they take pictures so I should look like I’m real serious with
this run. Haha. I guess I know now which to wear for the sake of
runningkwela – Every Day I’m Shufflin’ – LMFAO!
Thanks to RUNNING PHOTOGRAPHERS for the photos used on this post. You can like
their facebook page and website to look for your running actions caught by
their lenses.
Website: http://runningphotographers.com/wp/
RUN RECAP
Event Distance:
3k, 5k, 10k and 16k - No time Stamp!
Registration Fee:
3k - P450
5k - P550
10k - P650
16k - P750
Inclusive of Singlet, Bib Number, FrancisM Dogtag Medal color depending on distance, 16k finisher gets Man from Manila finisher shirt.
2 COMMENTS:
Idol ko si Francis M. I grew up listening to his music. Mabuhay ang OPM.
@Pau:
Mabuhay na mabuhay po ang #OPM. #FrancisM will stay in the hearts of every #Filipino. :)
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