My Running Wishlist #4: Zem Barefoot Running Shoes

  A few more hours before Christmas and I writing one more wishlist.  It’s another shoe designed for barefoot running:  the Zem performance protection for barefeet.  What I like about Zem are the colors and the unique design.  This one looks more like a sock.  One of their design...

2011 Wish List #1: Sony W250 2GB W Series MP3 Walkman

I have been looking for the black or white design of this music player but the stores I have been to only have the pink.  I can’t help but be amazed by the new Sony MP3 Walkman.  It has the features I have been looking for a music player...

Merry Christmas from Takbo.ph

Merry Christmas from Takbo.ph.  It has been a great year for the runners and the running community.  We thank everyone for your support to Takbo.ph and to the different running events as well.  We also wish to thank the different partners, sponsors, advertisers and products who have been part...

Shoe Feature: More photos of adidas Supernova Glide 2

Here are more photos of the Adidas Supernova Glide 2.  The Supernova Glide 2 features the ground adapting Formotion technology at the heels and a durable adiWear outsole with flex grooves.  The Supernova Glide 2 is also miCoach compatible. Click here to read the complete features of the shoe....

I Conquered Corregidor in 2:55

I conquered Corregidor last Sunday.  The 21K run took me all over the island that I no longer need another day tour to see it.  In fact, you get to see more of the island by running it for close to three hours. But then, the guided tour will...

Eat, Pray, Run in Dumaguete – Part 2

PRAY The first thing I have to take care of when I arrived in Dumaguete is getting my race kit.  But it was not until the following day that I was able to get it.  The first day was mostly walking around the city or staying in the hotel...

Running Shoe Feature: Adidas Supernova Glide 2

I received a new pair of running shoes from adidas.  These are the adidas Supernova Glide 2 which are designed for neutral gait runners who needs lots of cushioning or absorption for their runs.  It also has a little stability support for high arches.   The Supernova Glide 2...

Five Tips On How to Run Safe While Listening to Music

Previously, we talked about the great benefits of listening to music while running.  While it is beneficial to a workout, some are concerned about the safety of the runners while listening to music.  In fact, there were some races before that do not allow runners to wear headphones. Here...

My 2011 Runner’s Wish List #3: Jogging Strollers

We will be adding a new member to the family and it’s a boy.  Quennie is expected to give birth by February or even late in January.  We started buying baby stuffs already like baby clothes and feeding bottles.  No running shoes or singlets for now.  But one of...

Meeting My Hydration Needs for the Marathon

I’m training for my third marathon this month  with the hope of shaving at least 10 minutes from my previous time. After finishing two marathons early this year, I realized that I need to respect the distance and prepare for it.  My weekend training started from 15K;  I am...