Somnio Running Shoes is now in the Philippines

A month ago I mentioned that a new brand of running shoes will debut in the Philippines soon.  Well, finally, it has arrived.  Somnio is now available in the Philippines.  What makes Somnio running shoes different from other running shoes is there are 3 parts in the shoe that...

New Guiness Record: Kelly Gneiting is the Heaviest Marathoner

At 400-pounds, Kelly Gneiting sets a new Guinness World Record as the heaviest man to finish a marathon.  He completed the LA Marathon last Sunday with a time of 9 hours, 48 minutes and 52 seconds. Gneitling is 40 years old.  He is  three-time national sumo wrestler champion.  He...

Product Feature: Spyder Mayday

Spyder Eyewear have conquered the summit of Everest, thrived in the humid jungles of Borneo, seen victory in Australian waters, and survived the scorching heat of the Sahara.  Let Spyder help conquer your challenges as well with their line of performance eyewear.  Check out our feature on the Spyder...

Salomon XR Crossmax Running Shoe Feature

Salomon running shoes are popular for trail runs.  But here is a shoe they developed that can be used both on the road and on the trail — Salomon XR Crossmax.  The Crossmax is a lightweight version of Salomon’s line of trail shoes.  It has the soft midsole that...

List of top 15 CEO runners

Here’s Philippine Dailiy Inquirer’s list of of the top 15 CEO runners. These names and faces are for sure familiar to you. Three bloggers – including Takbo.ph’s main man and a friend made it to the list. Press Release List of top 15 CEO runners in PDI, March 15,...

Asics Gel Antares 2 Shoe Feature

I got a pair of Asics Antares 2 as a prize in a raffle during the Condura Run press launch last December.  This is my second pair of Asics.  I bought an Asics Nimbus 11 last 2010 as well.  View the photos and features of the Asics Antares 2...

I Had My First Blister Today

Since I started running, I never had a blister… until now.  I seldom get to run nowadays because I would love to spend time with Gab.  [Read about Gab vs Running].  And just this afternoon, I was able to spare 30 about minutes for a short run near our place. ...

Adidas King of the Road (KOTR) 2011 5/16.8/21K (BGC)

Adidas launched Running Championship across Southeast Asia for 2011 titled the adidas ‘King of the Road’ (KOTR). This will be held in five countries across the region, the adidas KOTR will culminate in an ultimate championship race in its first ever host country, the Philippines, on October 23, at...

Run & Help 2011 3/5/10K (McKinley)

In time of test, family is best! Let’s join this worthful event and help cancer patients run life to the fullest. The AdEvents Manila organised the Run & Help 2011 for the benefit of the Cancer Warriors Foundation on September 18, 2011 at Piazza, McKinley Hill Town Center, Taguig...

Gab vs Running: 1-0

Since Gab was born, I never had a run in Manila.  I sleep late and wake up late.  I think scheduling a run in the morning might be hopeless.  So last night, I decided to take a quick run when I get home. When I arrived, Quennie was nursing...