Run United Philippine Marathon 2012

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.

Rexona Run 2012

My 4th 21K was during Rexona Run 2012. (FYI: I also run last year's event.) Still waiting for my official result as of this posting date. The run was great. Well-organized. Started on time, route was new, and the relay-portion made the event more interesting. Sharing some pics I've downloaded online. Thanks for the great photographers.

I went to SM Mall of Asia as early as 02:00 for me not to be late on the event. It pays to be an early bird, right? I was there early and got the chance to took some photos on the activity area. Sharing with you guys some pictures. I was able to stroll around because it was not still crowded.

I finished the run within my target time of 2.5 hours. That's based on the timer at the finish line. I was not able to get the commemorative key chain which the cut-off hours is 2 hours but it was ok. I still need to Outrun Myself on my next runs. It was already a great achievement for me as I had my 3k last year and look at now, I am having 21K. 

Finishers medal is great. It is in good quality. Aside from the finisher's medal and shirt it's more interesting to have the loot bag. All its content, was all worth it! Sponsors were really generous to give numerous freebies. 

This is what's inside the bag, Rexona Deodorant for men and women, Clear Shampoo, Pepsodent, Century Corned Tuna, Master Gel, Sunsilk Co-creation, Close-up Toothpaste, Surf Fabric Conditioner, Master Facial Wash, Dove Conditioner, Ponds Facial Scrub and Whitening and Cream Silk Conditioner. 

At the registration period, I've got the singlet, BIB and a deo spray. From there, the registration fee of P900.00 is already worth it. How much more after the run?! Kudos to the organizer and to Rexona for making this event possible. Will be running again next year and will outrun my previous record. Keep running everyone!