46K LSD to Antipolo on Good Friday - 29Mar2013

Last Good Friday, March 29, 2013 I had my first solo LSD going up to the Antipolo Cathedral (National Shrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage). In my planned route via Dailymile, the round trip LSD would have a total of 42K mileage, click HERE to view the map. But upon reaching the Cathedral, I decided to visit my relatives in a nearby subdivision which added at least 8K mileage.

Infront of Antipolo Cathedral on March 29, 2013

Last year, we had our Visita Iglesia with fellow running friends to Antipolo via Pasig, Cainta and Taytay.Total one way mileage was around 27 kilometers with at least 7 churches that we visited.

My LSD last Good Friday was also the first road test of my Soleus Fit 1.0 GPS watch. True enough the GPS distance did not start immediately and I had to re-start the watch at around 2K mark from my starting point in Sta. Mesa.

My GPS watch now road tested

The watch display shows 44.19Kms but the actual mileage was at plus 46Kms due to the need to re-start the GPS connection. Also, I was suppose to do a round trip LSD at 42K distance as I mentioned earlier but due to the added distance, the total distance if I had completed the route would be at least 52Kms. But upon reaching Meralco in Ortigas Center at past 1PM, I decided to call it a day and stop due to extreme heat of the summer sun.

Consumed (water partly used in cooling my head) the following during my 7 hours and 44 minutes LSD plus heat training;

A. Going up to Antipolo Cathedral (at least 21K)
1. 500ml Gatorade Grape (in my 2 bottles Nathan Hydration belt, 1 bottle left)
2. 350ml Cobra
3. 350ml Summit water
4. 28g Cloud 9 chocolate
5. 1 GU energy gel Vanilla
6. 500ml Absolute water

B. In my cousin's house and going back to Antipolo City Proper (at least 8K)
1. 300ml water (at least)
2. 2 pcs boiled banana (saba)
3. 237ml Cobra
4. 237ml Royal softdrinks

C. Antipolo Proper to Ortigas Center (around 17K)
1. 28g Cloud 9 chocolate
2. 500ml Gatorade
3. 350ml Hidden Spring water
4. 1 pc Kariman Burgoo (Mini Stop)
5. 500ml Viva water

And a lot more water plus some Gatorade and salt upon reaching home. I normally do not have the appetite to eat a lot after long run, even after ultra marathons.

For more photos on my LSD, please click HERE. Happy running!

My New Running Buddy- Soleus Fit 1.0 GPS Watch

Hello everyone!

It's been a while since my last blog post here. Been very busy with work related activities, in short office life as well as home life.

Despite this I have managed to get some training runs during Sundays since January this year. I am currently gearing up for my 3rd 50K run on May 1, 2013 at the 5th Tagaytay to Nasugbu ultra marathon.

And as a present to myself, I bought my first ever watch and it is a running watch! It is my new running buddy - a Soleus Fit 1.0 GPS watch.

My new Soleus Fit 1.0 GPS

Soleus Fit 1.0 is the most basic model with the brand- they also have 2.0 and 3.0 models. Below is the brief model information for 1.0;

Model Number: SG100
The Soleus GPS Fit 1.0 Watch tracks distance, pace and speed via built-in GPS technology with traditional run watch features and function. Track your workouts with the 24-hour chrono, 100-Lap memory, and an optional Auto Lap feature to mark and record your splits without having to push a button. The GPS Fit 1.0 also features a ventilated band, larger display for easier reading and a simplified 4-button design.
Includes

• GPS Fit 1.0 Watch
• USB charging cord
• Owner's manual

Colors

• Black/Lime
• Black/Yellow 

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See you on the road guys! Gotta get some sleep as I will road testing my Soleus watch tomorrow, a 50K LSD to Antipolo Church ;-)

OK OK Runners 21K LSD on April 8, 2012

For the second time, I joined the OK OK Runners LSD run last April 8, Easter Sunday. Same venue at the KM Zero in Rizal Park.

I started my morning by running from Santol to KM Zero, then I was joined by Allan Gregor to my next stage run going to Intramuros. Before the start of the OK OK LSD, I already accumulated 11K mileage.

Group pic before start, courtesy of Rhina

The OK OK LSD was divided in several pace group and we chose to be at the 7mph group. Overly inspired we added an additional of 2K to the original 21K route.

Our 7mph pace group, courtesy of Rhina

Allan and I originally planned to extend the LSD to Intramuros after the 23K run but due to extreme heat, we abandoned the plan and I settled for 34K total mileage for the day in 4:10H time.

At the finish line, courtesy of Aquiz

Thanks to OK OK runners family. Til next LSD guys!

Second Pinoy Fitness LSD Group Run on Feb 26, 2012

Hi everyone! On February 26th, the second Pinoy Fitness LSD Group Run will be happening at BGC, same venue and same time as last month's LSD :-)

I am excited to this upcoming event especially that I might be again doing the duty of a pacer for the 21K category. See you all there!

More details below as provided by Pinoy Fitness.com. Read on guys!
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Not joining any running event on February 26, 2012? But you still want to run? Then join us in our monthly Pinoy Fitness Group Run!

Let’s RUN together! and Have FUN Together!

Pinoy Fitness LSD Group Run
February 26, 2012 @ 4:30AM
BGC, Behind B7
16K and 20K

Limited to 150 Slots

NOTE: THIS IS NOT A FUN RUN EVENT! Just a group of friends who wants to meet and run together :)

What is LSD?

Long slow distance is running at a moderate pace in which you can carry on a conversation and in which you aren’t panting for breath and don’t get side stitches (cramps) or a raw throat. Running LSD means that you’re running aerobically, that is, your body is getting sufficient oxygen. Running LSD means that you’re using moderation in your training and not pushing your body to extreme stress levels. Most of your training should be LSD if you want to run injury free. It’s during your LSD runs that your body develops endurance. – Running Injury Free

Pinoy Fitness LSD Run Meeting Place:

Pace and Distance:
16K @ 6min/KM ~ 1:40
16K @ 7min/KM ~ 1:52
16K @ 8min/KM ~ 2:10
20K @ 7min/KM ~ 2:20
20K @ 8min/KM ~ 2:40
20K @ 9min/KM ~ 3:00

LSD Run Route Maps:
LSD 16K Route -> http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/fullscreen/65900008/
LSD 20K Route -> http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/fullscreen/65898890/

For those joining us this Sunday: Download Waiver Form Here:
Pinoy Fitness Feb LSD - Waiver (6)

Registration Fee:
- OPEN to ALL for FREE just bring some food, snacks and a Smile!
- Bring your own hydration/bottles! Some hydration will be provided by Run4Change but better you have your own.

Want to Join US!?

Click here to go to PF main site and to register - www.pinoyfitness.com

First PF Group Run featuring Ms Mars Bday LSD Run Pics

This morning, January 29, 2012, the first ever PinoyFitness.com group run was conducted at Bonifacio Global City featuring Ms Mars Birthday LSD Run.

The LSD run was composed of two distance categories, 16K and 20K and divided into 3 different pace groups. For 16K, the pace groups were 7mins/km, 8mins/km and 9mins/km; while for 20K, the pace groups were 8mins/km, 9mins/km and 10mins/km aka Sub_Mars pace.

I was one of the pacers for the pace group 8mins/km together with our lead pacers, Ma'am Peachy Tamayo, Jackie Gutierrez and co-back-up pacer Jessie Lucas.

The 8mins/km 20K group pacers

The run was all around BGC area, our group ran the reversed type of the usual Runrio event routes with some side trips within BGC. And of course, the picture taking-documentation was always there :-)

Photo ops along the LSD route

For more of Ms Mars Birthday LSD Run pics, please visit my FB page of click HERE.

Photo links:
Photos taken by Ma'am Rowena Ison - click HERE
Photos by Yongsky - click HERE
Photos by Elvin Pastorfide - click HERE
Photos by Pinoy Fitness - click HERE

More photo links to be posted here upon availability. Happy Birthday Ms Mars! It was indeed an awesome Birthday run!

Pacer's Meeting for Ms Mars PF Bday LSD Run

Last Monday, January 23, 2012, the first ever LSD pacer's meeting was held at the ROX Bonifacio High Street for the upcoming Birthday LSD Run of Ms Mars-our beloved PinoyFitness.com moderator on January 29th.

As one of the volunteer pacer, I was so eager to be at the meeting place. It will be my first time to do pacing duties and I am sure it will be a great run on Sunday.

Pacer's class pic. Credit to Pinoy Fitness

The meeting started with a brief intro of Sir Jeff Lo, the admin of PinoyFitness.com and followed by a short lecture on Pacer 101 by Coach Carina otherwise known as the "Flying Boar". Then followed by the discussion of the LSD route.

And not to forget the picture taking galore, as all pacers who are present were taken a solo pic for posting in the Pinoy Fitness Facebook page :-)

10K LSD route by Pinoy Fitness

The meeting was adjourned with a small snacks provided by generous donors. Great to be part of first pacer's meeting. See you all guys on Sunday!

Sub-Mars PF Birthday LSD Run on January 29, 2012

In support to our beloved Ms_Mars of Pinoy Fitness, I would like to invite everyone to join in her Birthday LSD Run on January 29, 2012 at Bonifacio Global City.


This will also the launch of the new Pinoy Fitness monthly LSD activity. See you all on the road!
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Pinoy Fitness is launching a Monthly LSD group RUN starting on January 29, 2012 which is also a Birthday Celebration of our very own Maro Callo A.K.A. Ms_Mars!

Let’s RUN together! and Have FUN Together!

SUB-MARS PF Birthday LSD RUN
January 29, 2012 @ 5AM
BGC, ROX
16K and 20K

What is LSD?

Long slow distance is running at a moderate pace in which you can carry on a conversation and in which you aren’t panting for breath and don’t get side stitches (cramps) or a raw throat. Running LSD means that you’re running aerobically, that is, your body is getting sufficient oxygen. Running LSD means that you’re using moderation in your training and not pushing your body to extreme stress levels. Most of your training should be LSD if you want to run injury free. It’s during your LSD runs that your body develops endurance. – Running Injury Free

We Need 12 Pacers for each Category:
16K @ 7min/KM – 2 Pacers
16K @ 8min/KM – 2 Pacers
16K @ 9min/KM – 2 Pacers
20K @ 8min/KM – 2 Pacers
20K @ 9min/KM – 2 Pacers
20K @ 10min/KM [SUB-MARS] – 2 Pacers

Note: Pacers will get a limited edition Pinoy Fitness Pacer’s Tech Shirt

Registration Fee:
OPEN to ALL for FREE just bring some food, snacks and a Smile!
Kindly bring something that can make Ms_Mars Smile on her Birthday!

Want to Join US!?

Click HERE to register online.

Source from: www.pinoyfitness.com

My First LSD Run-22.2 Km Rizal Park to Coastal Road on July 17, 2011

Last night, my running buddy Rexie Saldivar posted in her Facebook wall an invitation for LSD (Long Slow Distance) run this morning, July 17, 2011. I answered to her call and instantly I am into my first LSD. I have done several long distance runs like 21km or the half marathon but LSD is an easy pace run. You are not in a hurry to beat the clock or your Personal Record.

Aside from that, my buddy is a first timer in the 21K category so I need to pace her and to take the LSD really slow and easy. So upon meeting up at Rizal Park, Manila at 6:30 AM, we planned our route as well as the target finished time which is 3 hours.

Starting point at Rizal Park

Along Seaside Blvd near MOA

Along Seaside Blvd

Before our U-turn point

End Point at Rizal Park Kilometer 0

LSD is quite enjoyable and relaxed. But due to more than a month of running hiatus, I need to adjust and expect some body pains starting this afternoon. In all, it was a great run, I hope next LSD run, it would be longer and more participants.

Thank you buddy Rexie Saldivar for the pictures!

For more photos during our LSD run, click HERE.