It’s more fun in running

Running is my passion. It provides me a feeling of empowerment and freedom that comes in knowing that my body is strong and my legs are capable. It builds my self confidence and self esteem by gaining better self image through running. Distance run are great for stress relief and tensions as it easily flies away as I run over the miles. The will and strength to run also strengthen my mind and give focus and determination in dealing with other areas of my life. It helps me defeat trial after trial, growing stronger and stronger. Running is part of my life; it’s a part of my existence.

 Just last year, I finished the 1^st 160K BDM, a first 100-Miles solo run in our country. On 14 August 2011 was my 2^nd time to finish the 70.3 Ironman held in CWC, Camarines Sur… Joining these several local and world class running events gives me confidence to do more in running. From runner to a lead fun run organizer.

On 15 January 2012 our unit 43LAC came to an idea of organizing a fun run to generate funds for our CMO related activities particularly the Kawal at Kabataan para sa Kalikasan (KKK) a tree nurturing project with elementary schools in our area of operations. This project was introduced by the 4LAB Battalion Commander, LTC THOMAS R SEDANO CAV (GSC) PA, this project will last for three (3) years to go away with the notion “plant and forget”. A Memorandum of Agreement signed between the school and 4LAB to insure commitment before the tree planting starts.

 The objective of this fun run is to promote physical fitness, environmental awareness to all stake holders in Tanay. The fun run was sponsored by Jolibee- Tanay and supported by Seven hundred eighty one (781) participants from Tanay LGUs, NGOs, Tanay PNP/ BJMP and Tanay Fire Marshall, Sampaloc Elementary School, Camp Capinpin Elementary School, Asian Hope Christian Academy, and other students coming from different schools in Brgy Sampaloc. The most number of participants came from 2^nd Infantry (Jungle Fighter) Division. The activity was started with a simple program with Rev Fortunato L Enso of Mount Olive, Assembly of God lead the opening prayer followed by the messages of the following invited guests; Barangay Captain Alvin E Belza, Vice Mayor of Tanay Hon. Jimmy Vista, LTC SEDANO JR CAV (GSC) PA, CO 4LAB, BGEN NESTOR ANOÑUEVO, ADC, 2ID.

Though it was the my first time together with the personnel of 43LAC unit to conduct this kind of CMO activity, yet it was successfully achieved. Every personnel are morally high for the respect earned and acceptance shown to them by the participants of the said activity.  The officers and personnel of 43LAC again built their confidence in conducting such activity even with their limited resources in the company headquarters.

Starting a running program is far simpler than most people believe, but the WILL to run more, DRIVES me to do more…

 “ I am not what I was but I’m not yet what I suppose to..” - BorneRunner

 Phil. 4:13..” I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me..”

TO GOD BE THE GLORY!

1st Tamarind Run 2012

            After our first organized run in support to our Kawal at Kabataan para sa Kalikasan, a tree nurturing project of 4LAB which was the KKK Fun Run last 03 March 2012, our friends, fellow runners, and other running enthusiast in Tanay had requested for another fun run. On one of our launching of KKK project here in Barangay Sampaloc, Tanay, Rizal the barangay chairman Hon Alvin Belza expressed his desire to plant Sampaloc/ Tamarind trees in their barangay in order for the place to speak for itself as Barangay Sampaloc as they always shouted “WOW SAMPALOC”. As a friend and fellow public servant I offered my help and my expertise as well to conduct fund raising activity which is the Fun Run.

            On 16 March 2012, I was invited to their barangay council session and presented my proposal for the fun run in generating funds for Tamarind/ Sampaloc tree planting. All of the barangay officials agree to conduct fun run, they also requested that it will be an opening activity on their foundation day on 01 May 2012. Registration fee for every runner was two hundred pesos (P200) to cover expenses in procuring t-shirts, race kits, medals, finisher’s certificate, Jolibee yumburger and tetra pack juice. With all the expenses stated proceeds for every runner is ten pesos (P10) as estimated to procure one (1) tamarind seedling.

            After weeks of planning, conceptualizing all the designs, forming a committee, promotions to the entire stakeholder in the community was started. We encouraged the business sector in Tanay to sponsor this kind of barangay project and take part for our holistic approach involving the constituents. Moreover, the stakeholders were coordinated from time to time.

            On the night before our fun run we make it sure all preparations, equipment, requirements are all ready for the next day. I conducted briefing to all committed personnel to ensure our readiness. At 010400H May 2012 with all the personnel committed to facilitate the Tamarind run onboard civilian vehicle and KM450 bound for Covered Court Barangay Sampaloc Tanay Rizal and installed registration/ information committee. We enthusiastically opened the activity .

At 0500H, the registration started coming from different delegates, schools, and LGU’s of Barangay Sampaloc Tanay, Rizal to participate in the ‘Tamarind Run’ 2012. The 2ID spearheaded by LTC BENEDICTO S MANQUIQUIS (AGS) PA OG7   2ID, PA had a most number of participants of One Hundred Sixty Five (165) personnel to include the officers of post and tenant units. The total number of registered participants was about Six Hundred (600).     

At 0530H the activity started with a simple program with Pastor Fortunato L Enso of Assembly of God who lead the opening prayer followed by the messages of the following invited guests Barangay Captain Alvin E Belza, of said barangay, LTC BENEDICTO S MANQUIQUIS (AGS) PA OG7,2ID, PA, Hon Vice Mayor of Tanay Jimmy Bista.

At 0600H, we conducted race route briefing to approximately 650 runners, 600 of them were registered runners in all categories both male and female.

At 07450H, We awarded the Medals to the champions, first runners and distributed the certificates of finisher to the participants with the invited guests .Also we distributed the Jolibee yum burger snacks and drinks.

The activities were successful because all of the participants and partners committed in full capacity and all their efforts.

The event ended with the seven (7) kilometers run with total runners of two hundred ten (210) and in three (3) kilometers with three hundred ninety (390) runners with a total of six hundred (600) runners.

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It's biking time

Yesterday afternoon after the flag retreat I decided to have a short distance cycling sessions inside CCTR. Unknowingly, the commander 2ID will be having his MTB biking inside post also but i was not able to catch them nor join with them. After a few minutes of rounds inside post I notice that they were done and having water point near his quarters. I continue my session and other bikers who joined the commander joined with me afterwards. We went out together and have a fellowship biking and return after 7Kms of biking by that time the dark is going to cover our way..27Kms was reflected in  my ODO meter's bike. To complete my day i decided to run at least 3Kms inside post. Luckily CCTR is very safe to train and play.
Early this morning, i went for a solo biking inside post to enjoy the new day and a cool morning. Unknowingly I was able to cover 20Kms inside CCTR...

This coming weeks we will be having a cycling sessions to encourage all bikers inside post and form a team in the future.

The Borne Runner Sports is offering a FREE coaching in Swimming, Biking, and Running and Ultramarathon race. The Team is also offering a free race events organizing. Our partners will be the one to look for beneficiaries.

Bikathon

On 03 May 2012 around 6:00 am in the morning, the bikers of 2ID went through a challenging route of bike traversing the Marcos Hiway passing the Pranjeto Hills resort. This was my latest speed biking since my last ironman practices. Indeed, its a very challenging experience once again..I placed 4th among the top finishers..To God be the Glory