My first full marathon was a success. I have been training hard for this event and with all those hard work, great determination and self-motivation I was able to finish the run. It was one of my greatest achievement as a runner. Now I can proudly say that I am a full-pledged marathon runner. Self-fulfilling right?!
Official Result: Ranked: 963 out of 2072 runners
Gun Time: 05:25:04 Chip Time: 05:24:33
It was the first ever Run United Philippine Marathon (RUPM). After conquering three 21K of the Run United Trilogy, I was determined and excited to have my first 42K run successful.
Sharing my complete gear in conquering my first full marathon. Never felt so excited and nervous at the same time. Just by preparing my gear a night before the race made my adrenaline rush goes higher! I just don't even remember if I got enough sleep that night! Haha!
The run started at Bonifacio Global City in Taguig and ended up in Mall of Asia. It started on time, 03:00 in the morning! I was there as early 02:30, I always make sure I arrive on time so I will be able to stay in front and join the first wave of the run.
Take a closer look at my big medal. So proud to have this on my neck after the race. Hehe. Though it is quite heavy. Having this one at the finish line will make you forget how hard to finish that longest run I've ever had. Thanks for the great determination.
Freebies from the sponsors were not generous enough. Finisher's bag got only few pieces of medicines and a bottle of Powerade. I don't know why the previous runs gave more freebies!
The route was great though some parts especially along Roxas Blvd, bandits were on the street. No running marshal's were there enough to refrain those people running within the route. Hydration stations were properly disposed at along the route but there were not enough water supplies for us 42K runners, same with the bananas and sponges.
