Today’s juice has 3 small apples, 1 big carrot and 2 thin strips of ginger for a bit of zing.

Perfect!

1. There is a wet market less than a kilometer away from the house. Great discovery coz fruits and veg are definitely cheaper at the wet market. Will definitely visit this market more often.

2. Singkamas Juice!
I found singkamas at market. It’s only 20pesos per kilo so I got a couple of kilos. Great snack while watching PGT. Low cal snack!

When we got home, I fixed the fruits and veg to make some juice. Then I had an idea, I wondered if I can use the singkamas for juicing. It is 70% water so I’ll have high yield.

I juiced one big singkamas and got one glass of creamy juice. Divine! So creamilicious!
And the bonus, it is not only delicious, it is also a very healthy drink. Click here for the benefits of singkamas juice.

Fun facts:
Spaniards spread cultivation of jícama from Mexico to Philippines, from there it went to China and other parts of Southeast Asia, where notable uses of raw jícama include popiah, fresh “lumpia” in the Philippines and salads in Singapore and Malaysia such as yusheng and rojak. – Wikipedia

There are two ways to sign up for this year’s adidas King of the Road Philippines:

Visit http://adidaskingoftheroad.com/ph and register online by filling up all the required fields (not available for 10KM Relay for Students). Online registration is open from May 2 to June 23, 2013.

Visit any of the seven (7) adidas KOTR 2013 registration sites in the following stores —adidas Greenbelt 3, adidas SM Mall of Asia, adidas SM Megamall, adidas Powerplant, adidas Trinoma, adidas Two Parkade (Bonifacio Global City), or Runnr at Bonifacio High Street. Onsite registration is open from May 2 to June 30, 2013.

Race fees are as follows: P1,300 for the 16.8K race; P1,100 for for the 10K regular race; and P800 for for the 10K students’ race. Runners signing up for the 10K students’ race will have to present vaild student IDs (must be valid until July 7, 2013) at the registration sites.

There is also a discount for runners that sign up in large groups. Participants who register with their friends and family at the same time at the registration site get the following discounts:

Group of 10-14 = Php100 off each
Group of 15-19 = Php150 off each
Group of 20+ = Php200 off each

A long, long time ago, I wrote a post on looking fierce when you cross the finish line. Read about it here. Checked the photos and some you need to work on your finish line look. Bawal ang Hargdo Versoza!

I always plaster on a happy smile when I cross the finish line for:
1. Vanity – Last thing I want to see (again) after a hard race is a photo of me gasping for air or worse looking defeated or worst looking like I wanted to punch out the lights of the runner overtaking me. (Did. Caught. Busted. True story.)

2. Posterity – when I look back at the race, I want to remember first how great it felt to triumph over the distance. Whether I walked, crawled or ran, crossing the finish line is always magical to me.

3. Extra omph – for me flashing a smile and triumphant look connects my synapses just right to give me extra power and strength for the last few meters before the finish line. Secret weapon.

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Level 2 – get to the finish line on time
I won the debate, yes, but it actually took me over 30 minutes to convince myself that I need to do this race.

I can’t flake on Dingdong again but he’ll race naman even if I don’t show. NatGeo will be a great race, yeah and pati naman race x, y and z was good and I didnt go din. Sayang naman, this could be the start or I could start on May 1 para start of the month…blah-blah-blah

After over 30mins, fitness triumphed over laziness. But it’s 3:45am na. I quickly prepared – shower, change, tape – and was out the door in 40 mins.

I got to the starting line on time!

Level 3 – Just do it, RUN!
And pretty soon, all systems go!

FACT: I had a plan for this race. I will walk-run it to the finish using my
week 2 C25K program. I will just go the distance. Speed will come later. I finished in 1h28min. Strong! I prolly could have pushed a bit more but it was so hot, I decided to play it safe.

I was so pleased that I even managed to overtake a few runners/walkers on the last stretch to the finish line. Tired but very happy.

FORM: I didn’t watch my form really well today. I just kept putting one foot in front of the other. At times, I did find extra power to go a bit faster. Pity I forgot to charge the Garmin so I have no km-split data. Next time.

FEEL: Mainit. It was so hot I was sweating before the first turn around. I just kept pouring water over my head, face and arms to keep cool. Overall, I feel great.

*********BONUS : Overheard at the Natgeo Run 2013*********

1. “Good morning runners.” – cheerful greeting from a lot of the marshals
Thank you marshals! I needed that. I made sure to return all the greetings as well. Pity most of the runners never made the effort to acknowledge them. Promise, calling out a greeting, putting up a hand to wave or even smiling back makes running a lot easier. Distracts you from the pain and suffering hehe

2. “I ran this race 2 years ago. I ran the 3K. – heard 2x, same person.
Somebody needs a better scriptwriter or prepare better. The first time he said it, he added pa, “not sure if I was registered …” Wait I take it back 3x pala, same line during the launch.

3. ” … ??? percent over 6 months” – dude talking to a dudette walking downhill somewhere after Mckinley …
Downhill. Walking. ‘Nuff said.

4. “Tatay…” – a 20s something faint call out to her father who was about 2 meters ahead.
The dad immediately turned, concern written all over his face. Amazing how the power of one word and how in tune the father was to his daughter.

*********Last 2 hirit…*********
Hirit No. 1: Congrats Dingdong, woohoo 52mins.
Hirit No. 2:Thanks to the uber nice runner who gave me one of her safety pins. I lost 3 safety pins somewhere between my house and the starting line. Lady runner kindly gave me one of her pins. Hope she had a great race as well.

Now time for some zzzzzzz….

MECHANICS:
1. This promo is exclusively for registered 2013 Run United 2 participants.

2. Purchase 10 pieces ENERVON ACTIV at any of the authorized registration centers of RU2 (worth 120php) and get the limited edition Active Health Hydration Belt for only 200php (includes 2 bottles X 180mL).

3. Race bib number must be presented when availing the promo.

4. Promo can be availed once per bib number only.

5. Promo Duration: April 26 – May 26 or until supplies last.

Per DOH-FDA Permit No. 0831 s. 2013

We had a short run then a hiphop dance class wearing the Nike Free 5.0. It was “super bitin” but definitely enough to leave a good impression.

For folks like me who can’t resist examining the techside of running shoes, below is the complete tech sheet for the Nike Free 5.0 and my first impressions.

THE PITCH : The Nike Free 5.0 offers runners increased foot strength and a barefoot-like feel. Nike Flywire technology delivers a dynamic, glove-like fit, and lightweight mesh provides optimal ventilation. Nike Free articulated flex grooves along the length and width of the midsole enhance flexibility and help maintain stability. The Nike Free 5.0 has an 8 millimeter midsole offset and lies in the middle of the Nike Free spectrum between a barefoot-like feel and a traditional athletic shoe.

Full inner sleeve construction made of textured sandwich mesh provides a dynamic, socklike fit that hugs the foot but still allows for easy on and off. Loved the idea. My feet didn’t feel cramped inside. Hugged and snug.

Strategically placed synthetic overlays add lightweight durability and support.
Liked the support it offers. Not to sold on the material. I’m probably looking for a lighter material.

Nike Flywire technology wraps the midfoot and arch from underneath the foot up through the laces for a glovelike fit. The soft, yet durable Nike Flywire technology moves with the foot to provide unparalleled comfort and less potential for hot spots. Love the Nike flywire technology. For folks with problems with their arches, this is one of the best thing that ever happened in shoe revolution. I still tape my feet but I can really feel the support without getting the top bit of my feet scrunched up.

Easy entry tongue construction features notches for easy and and off. Agree.

Won’t comment on the rest as I think these ones you will notice overtime and when directly comparing with other shoes. Feel free to share your comments on the techside of your Nike Free 5.0.

Asymmetrical lacing system is offset to the lateral side of the foot to help reduce pressure over the top ridge of the foot for enhanced comfort.

Minimalistic, molded sockliner mimics the curvature of the foot to provide a great fit, enhance comfort and add support.

Low profile Phylite midsole has a 8mm offset, provides a resilient ride and is tough enough to double as an outsole, reducing the overall weight.

Transtarsal diagonal cuts enhance flexibiliy and provide a more natural motion.

Flex grooves along the length and width of the midsole enhance flexibility and help maintain stability.

BRS 1000 carbon rubber under the highest wear areas enhances durability.

Waffle outsole pistons work with the Phylite midsole by helping to absorb impact, and then spring back to the original shape for added responsiveness.

Strategically placed segments of solid rubber enhance traction and durability in key wear zones.

Here are the nameplates for my trees. And if you still want to join the Natgeo Run…nakow read on and reg as in now na!!!
NatGeo Earth Day Run slots for 3k, 5k and 10k are now all sold-out.

For 21k, slots remaining are the ones without singlet (priced at Php780).

The Greenbelt reg kiosk will be open from 11am to 7pm daily for:

- registration of 21km without singlets, unitl it gets sold out
- compli registration for partners and sponsors
- race kit claiming for those who have paid slots

Wednesday was another run day so after weavin’ and groovin’ with the girls, I still needed to log in a few kms. I could have gone round and round and up and down BGC but that’s a bit boring so I just decided to reverse my usual route and run home.

DISTANCE : 7k and a bit. Can’t be certain how far I really went coz Garmin froze and died and as I only had 26% battery left I decided to just use my interval app. I wasn’t sure if I had enough juice for interval and runmeter. However, I’m certain it’s over 7kms coz I started before my usual end point.

FACT : If I turn off 3G, I only need 6%. batt to run for an 1hr using my interval app with music.

FORM : Horrible. I ran home so I had a a drawstring backpack. It kept bouncing so I had to hold the straps which meant my arm movement was restricted, my shoulders tensed and my pace much slower.

FEEL : Legs felt a bit tired. I think they were still in shock from dancing. But this was really an easier run coz it was downhill. Oh and there was that lovely late breeze again.

It wasn’t too hot out but I still lost a lot of fluids. 2lbs worth of water. I’ve never recorded that much water loss. I was a bit freaked so II was rehydrating the whole day today.

Overall, I feel great. 14kms++ this week and counting. Oh and one more run and I can finally move to Week2 of the program. I’ve been stuck in C25K Week 1 for a year now, time to level up.

They said when in doubt, just lace up and go. TRUE.

I’m preparing for a back-to-back chika run at the end of the month so it’s back to lacing up and running. I will be joining the Amazing Pinoy Run and the Natgeo Run. Excited to catch up with the chummies again. I’m sure they will be going the distance pero oks lang. We will likely get to chika after the race.

FACT : 7.08km in 1hr 1min. Not sure if Runmeter recorded distance accurately. I think the buildings make it a bit wonky. Will need to run the same route using another app.

FEEL : Kagabi, I had a great run. I thought it was going to be hot but luckily there was a good breeze to keep me cool. I am hoping to log at least 20km per week. Doable goal naman di ba.

FORM : My form was so off! I needed to conciously work on my turnovers, alignment etc.