42 is not my age, yet, not even the size of my waist line, nor my house number. This is the kilometer race that I plan to join come October. October 2009 marks my 14th month anniversary in the running arena so just thought that maybe, just maybe if Gods will, its about time that I go to the next (or final??) level : full marathon!
I know I can’t do this alone so before I finally decided, asked Jonas and my running buddies if they were ready to take the plunge. Though not everybody confirmed as some are still facing running syndrome, the fact that I know I have my friends to practice to and share the thrill and dread is enough for me to focus on this goal. Its only July 5, so have almost four month to prepare emotionally and physically for the final countdown.
Call it a runners’ whim, but this supposedly inexpensive activity turned out to be otherwise. In preparation for the 42km, I thought a new running shoes would truly motivate me. My choices were either new balance or Newton. My New Balance 726 has been very friendly to me compared to my Asics Gel-Kinsei 2. I never had a Newton yet so might as well try one. But the reviews and advertisement I witnessed for several weeks made me drool for this new Nike running shoes. And yesterday evening, after attending the anticipated mass in Sanctuario de San Antonio, we visited Nike in BHS, scrutinized this well publicized shoes called Nike Lunarglide, and I so liked it. What happens next is history. This morning, I excitedly put on my size 8 maroon Lunarglide Nike shoes and headed for a 10km run in UP with Jonas. Jonas would always ask how was my Lunarglilde, what do I feel, etc. etc. Hearing a positive upshot, he cried with envy and rushed to BHS to get a pair for himself.
Just the same 42km here I come…….Lunarglide, be good to my feet and Jonas’ too.
mine
Jonas'
Nice catch Jonas & Sheila. These are good trainers, I hope it will take you further as you go for the october full marathon. Enjoy the runs.
By: run unltd. on July 5, 2009
at 11:34 pm
Dear Jonas – Great shoes, better yet, greater plan for a first full marathon. Best wishes to you train diligently and you will definitely get your reward of 42 marbles!!
By: Amado L. Castro, Jr. on July 5, 2009
at 11:58 pm
hello sir amado! yes, we will smoothly plan our first full marathon. Thank you for the encouragement.
By: kwarenta28 on July 6, 2009
at 8:49 am
What can i say? you’re really a running couple. Go for the full! God bless on your training!
By: Bro J on July 6, 2009
at 4:39 am
hello vener and Bro J! thanks for dropping by. realy hope that we can truly prepare for the october full marathon.
By: kwarenta28 on July 6, 2009
at 8:47 am
Hi! We’re gearing up for the Smart Subic International Marathon this coming October 24-25, 2009. As such, we’d like to invite you to participate in this world-class running event. We also encourage you to invite your family and friends to participate in this event.
The first prize in the 42.19 km event for the top male and female runners is USD 5000 each (same as the Boston Marathon). The other races scheduled for the weekend will include the 3k, 5k, 10k, and 21k events.
To register via SMS (for SMART & Talk N’ Text Subscribers only):
TEXT: SIM (space) REG (space) Name/Age, Birthday, Singlet Size/ Distance
SEND TO: 717SIM (717746)
For more information, just visit http://www.smartsports.net. Thanks and we hope to see you there!
By: Smart Sports Staff on August 24, 2009
at 9:00 am
haha nice shoes! where did you buy the purple one from. i cant seems to find the purple one in singapore!
By: Cat.Kwa on September 20, 2009
at 11:24 am
hello! bought that from Nike ni Bonifacio High Street. Though I am not sure if there is still purple. hope you can buy one too. Been using it for all races since July and so far has been very friendly with my feet.
thanks for dropping by
By: kwarenta28 on September 21, 2009
at 10:16 am