Addicted to Running: Joining Fun Runs
Fun runs and races are the new fad these days (for Pinoys). It used to be badminton, awhile back. Sometime ago, badminton became the favorite past time of everyone from office-goers to celebrities. Badminton courts started sprouting like mushrooms everywhere. Now, after just a few short years, the craze just seem to have died out (along with the closing down of most courts) – to be replaced by Fun Runs.
Now, races happen almost every weekend in areas like Bonifacio Global City (BGC), SM Mall of Asia grounds and even the Skyway!
Since running doesn’t require any special equipment or courts nor does it have any special game rules to follow – almost everyone can do it. And indeed, the races attracts people from almost every age, men and women alike. I’ve seen whole families join running events alongside groups of friends and company-organized teams. There are both enthusiasts, professional runners, athletes and first-timers for any of these events. So, on can imagine the sheer number of participants.
Races are often organized in the following categories, based on track length: 2k, 3k, 5k, 10k, 21k. If you’re a casual runner or a beginner (a kid, or running with kids) it’s best to stick to the 5k and shorter races. Reserve the 10k and 21k for the professionals, enthusiasts, athletics and the fanatics. lol.
Most running events either supports a particular health and fitness product or promotes a certain cause which is usually Nature-oriented. And practically all of them requires you to pay some participation fee – which is just as well because they would always provide you with a running kit composed of at least the following:
There are running events practically every 2 weeks at a particular venue but most these days are held at BGC. Announcements (TV commercials, banner ads) are often put up months before the event so you won’t have any trouble finding them. Also, if a certain area is about to host an event, they usually put banner ads and traffic advisory along the roads of the said area. So, I often find race announcements when i go around BGC.
If you want to join any of the events, most registration can be done online. Registration only allows a maximum number of participants and they often get filled up quite easily. The last event i joined in had more than 10000 participants and i had trouble getting my slot. Try to register early, so you can get your racing kit early as well (hopefully, in time for the race). If you’re with friends or family, registration often allows you to register for groups or for other people – you just need their basic info (name, address, e-mail, etc), their t-shirt size and, of course, their payment.
Races are held almost exclusively on Sunday morning, starting usually at 5AM. So, most people are able to join in them. That’s also one of the reasons why you should expect to be in company of several thousands of participants on the day of the event. At these races, especially the high-profile ones, you can also expect celebrities and foreigners.
I know I’m an official bum and all, but i’m not exactly a couch potato. This is actually a healthy way to spend your days of being unemployed while having fun and being fit at the same time. So, I encourage everyone to do some running!
Now, races happen almost every weekend in areas like Bonifacio Global City (BGC), SM Mall of Asia grounds and even the Skyway!
Since running doesn’t require any special equipment or courts nor does it have any special game rules to follow – almost everyone can do it. And indeed, the races attracts people from almost every age, men and women alike. I’ve seen whole families join running events alongside groups of friends and company-organized teams. There are both enthusiasts, professional runners, athletes and first-timers for any of these events. So, on can imagine the sheer number of participants.
Races are often organized in the following categories, based on track length: 2k, 3k, 5k, 10k, 21k. If you’re a casual runner or a beginner (a kid, or running with kids) it’s best to stick to the 5k and shorter races. Reserve the 10k and 21k for the professionals, enthusiasts, athletics and the fanatics. lol.
Most running events either supports a particular health and fitness product or promotes a certain cause which is usually Nature-oriented. And practically all of them requires you to pay some participation fee – which is just as well because they would always provide you with a running kit composed of at least the following:
- Singlet or T-shirt (that you can flaunt on and off the race. hehe)
- Participants number (that you pin to your shirt)
- Badge number or Shoe Barcode*
There are running events practically every 2 weeks at a particular venue but most these days are held at BGC. Announcements (TV commercials, banner ads) are often put up months before the event so you won’t have any trouble finding them. Also, if a certain area is about to host an event, they usually put banner ads and traffic advisory along the roads of the said area. So, I often find race announcements when i go around BGC.
If you want to join any of the events, most registration can be done online. Registration only allows a maximum number of participants and they often get filled up quite easily. The last event i joined in had more than 10000 participants and i had trouble getting my slot. Try to register early, so you can get your racing kit early as well (hopefully, in time for the race). If you’re with friends or family, registration often allows you to register for groups or for other people – you just need their basic info (name, address, e-mail, etc), their t-shirt size and, of course, their payment.
Races are held almost exclusively on Sunday morning, starting usually at 5AM. So, most people are able to join in them. That’s also one of the reasons why you should expect to be in company of several thousands of participants on the day of the event. At these races, especially the high-profile ones, you can also expect celebrities and foreigners.
I know I’m an official bum and all, but i’m not exactly a couch potato. This is actually a healthy way to spend your days of being unemployed while having fun and being fit at the same time. So, I encourage everyone to do some running!
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