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MESSAGE FROM THE EDITORS As endurance athletes, we challenge ourselves, push our bodies to the limits, and pretty much achieve the seemingly impossible. We want to level up in speed, strength, or simply doing more of what we’re passionate about.

I’m training for the Vancouver Marathon in May, swimming 2.5k at the Verde Island Passage Challenge in June, then running the Florence Marathon in November. Friends often ask why I do it. (No, it has nothing to do with showing off medals on Instagram!) I do it to make myself feel alive. I need to know I’m constantly pushing myself to become the best version of who I am.

In this issue, we show you how you can boost your running speed with strength and conditioning exercises and post-recovery workout tips for that part of the body we take for granted a lot—our feet. Our gear guide gives you the inside track on the latest reliable training and racing gear, along with new timekeeping tools to help you track your progress and improve performance.

Wherever and whenever you’ll be racing this year, here’s to giving our best and breaking personal records!

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What does it take to be a champion?

This month, our Southeast Asian Games medalists in track and field show us that it takes more than sheer talent to be the best. It’s the desire and will to be better than they are now, and their devotion to their sport. They put in countless hours of smart training and compete with unerring precision. We’re proud to have Caleb Stuart, Christopher Ulboc, and Ernest John Obiena on our cover this month.

I’m an advocate of scientific training and though you might think it’s just semantics, there’s a difference between lactate testing vs. lactate threshhold training, as coach and triathlete Don Velasco explains.

We go to the heart of the matter (literally) and talk about nutrients that are good for your heart. Check out our fun feature on the 6th Shimano Dirt & Play in our MTB section, and find out if you’re up for the challenge.

Get ready to train. Have fun this summer! I’ll see you all on the road.

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E X P E RT A D V I C E

OUR PANEL OF EXPERTS ANSWERS YOUR MOST PRESSING ENDURANCE SPORTS DILEMMAS

OKAY, I GET IT. SO LACTATE TESTING MEASURES LACTATE THRESHOLD. CAN YOU TELL ME WHAT LACTATE THRESHOLD IS?

GET YOUR GEEK ON!

LACTATE TESTING VS. LACTATE THRESHOLD TESTING: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? BY DON VELASCO

ant to get into the best tri shape ever? You need to get training down to a science to do so! Before you geek it out, make sure you understand some basic terms and definitions.

Here’s a tip sheet on why the terms “lactate testing” and “lactate threshold testing” shouldn’t be used interchangeably.

LACTATE TESTING

WHAT IT IS

LACTATE THRESHOLD TESTING

It’s the measurement of lactate levels in the blood; a protocol to measure lactate levels

Determines the point where lactate levels rise suddenly. Lactate threshold testing is a subcomponent of lactate testing; thus, lactate threshold testing cannot be used to refer to actual lactate testing.

Blood sampling (pricking) across a stepwise test of increasing intensity. It is very similar to blood glucose testing but with an athletic performance component.

Lactate threshold can be estimated through non-invasive means. A few examples are 20-min time trials (to measure maximum sustainable effort), heart rate formulas (to estimate Lactate Threshold HR or LTHR, and near-infrared spectrometry or NIRS (which measures blood oxygen via LEDs).

HOW IS IT PERFORMED

These methods do not actually measure lactate levels. They are at best, an estimate and not an actual predictor of one’s lactate threshold.

OBJECTIVE

Lactate testing test determines the lactate threshold through actual blood lactate concentration measurements.

These are accurate and precise readings which are used to pinpoint one’s lactate threshold.

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Most non-invasive tests (as in the methods mentioned above) observe the effects of reaching lactate threshold to estimate its occurrence.

DON VELASCO computer engineer; multisport performance coach and bike fitter; consistent podium finisher and triathlete, Team Sante Barley

Lactate threshold, physiologically speaking, is where our anaerobic system dominates our aerobic system. Biochemically, it is where excess muscular acidity builds up, and is signified by a sudden rise in lactate levels. In terms of athletic performance, it is the maximum intensity we can sustain, as well as the point of diminishing returns with regard to effort vs. volume.

Looking at it in terms of cause and effect, metabolic processes (namely anaerobic respiration) result in the buildup of hydrogen ions. These ions inhibit muscular contraction and result in the onset of fatigue. Lactate production/synthesis is a marker for our body’s attempt to buffer (reduce) muscular acidity. Hence, elevated lactate levels is a biological marker for excess acidity, which results in the onset of fatigue.

WHY SHOULD I CONSIDER LACTATE TESTING?

LACTATE TESTING • allows you to take a peek into the state of your aerobic and anaerobic systems. This allows us to determine what kinds of workouts are most beneficial to each athlete.

• allows us to pinpoint your training zones by analyzing the lactate curve (the plot of how lactate increases relative to intensity). Each training zone has a particular purpose such as building one’s aerobic endurance and lactate tolerance. These zones serve guides on how to go about each training session.

Unlike non-invasive methods, blood lactate testing also gives you the data evidence needed to manage training sessions, strengthen weak spots, and execute a “plan of attack.”

“Accuracy and precision beat resolution, and understanding the cause beats observing the effects.” #KnowTheDifference #KnowYourNumbers #LactateTesting #FlyingDonVCoaching

NUTRITION & DIET

EATING RIG H T > M AINTAINING H EALT H Y BODY > R ECIPES > LOADING UP > HY D RATI O N

EAT YOUR WAY TO A HEALTHY HEART BECAUSE ENDURANCE ATHLETES CAN OVERWORK THEMSELVES, FUEL UP WITH NUTRIENTS THAT ARE GOOD FOR YOUR HEART.

BY HARVIE DE BARON

1 OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS Omega-3 fatty acids have very potent anti-inflammatory properties. Why is this important for heart health? Chronic inflammation in the body is not normal and is usually a precursor to diseases. If the heart is in a state of inflammation, this indicates the presence of heart diseases such as arrhythmia, high cholesterol, or a stroke. Omega-3 fatty acids in your diet help combat inflammation.

TOP SOURCES: fatty fish (preferably wild-caught), flaxseed, chia seeds, spinach

2 CAFFEINE Reasonable consumption of caffeine helps the small blood vessels dilate better. This means reduced incidence of heart disease, heart attack, stroke along with better blood circulation. The key here is to choose good caffeine sources.

Avoid sugar-laden caffeine sources such as flavored coffee and instant iced tea mixes.

TOP SOURCES: black coffee, plain green tea, at least 85% dark chocolate

3 VITAMIN C The antioxidant and immunesupport properties of vitamin C also support heart health.

Most heart diseases start with oxidative stress caused by free radicals in the body. Vitamin C blocks these free radicals and help prevent heart diseases from developing.

TOP SOURCES: spinach, broccoli, bell pepper, citrus fruits, tomatoes, papaya

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4 COQ10 CoQ10 is a natural antioxidant found in the cells of the heart.

Think of it as a “coating that strengthens the heart.” When we are young, CoQ10 levels are high, but it depletes slowly as we age. As a very potent

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antioxidant, CoQ10 also helps maintain good blood circulation and normal blood pressure levels.

TOP SOURCES: eggs, lean beef, dark leafy greens, and nuts.

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5 RESVERATROL A flavonoid antioxidant that helps keep the heart healthy by protecting the inner layer of the arteries from damage caused by free radicals and aiding in the production of nitric oxide, a chemical found in the heart that keeps blood vessels dilated.

TOP SOURCES: grape skin, red wine, pistachio, pure dark chocolate

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6 ALLICIN It’s the biologically active compound of garlic. Allicin, reacts with blood to produce hydrogen sulphide which, in turn, relaxes blood vessels and prevents high blood pressure.

TOP SOURCES: garlic

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7 LYCOPENE Lycopene, apart from helping lower the risks of cancer, lessens oxidation of Lowdensity lipoprotein (LDL).

Why is this important? When LDL is oxidized, it leads to cholesterol and plaque buildup in the arteries. That is definitely something worth stopping.

Studies show that men who had high lycopene consumption reduced their stroke risk by a whopping 65 percent.

TOP SOURCES: Tomatoes, tomatoes, tomatoes!

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8 CATECHINS Just like vitamin C, catechins are powerful antioxidants that can block free radicals in the body. It lowers blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and prevents platelets from clotting.

TOP SOURCES: pure green tea, cacao, red wine

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HARVIE DE BARON A triathlete of 10 years, is the founder of The Baron Method. He formalized his love for Sports Nutrition through a diploma from Oxford College (with high distinction) www.baronmethod.com • behealthy@ baronmethod.com

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S T R E N G T H & CO N D I T I O N I N G

FLEX IBILIT Y > R U NNING DR ILLS > ST R ENGT H & COR E E XE RC I S E S

HAPPY FEET = FASTER FEET PREVENT ONE OF RUNNERS’ MOST COMMON INJURIES AND PROMOTE OVERALL FOOT HEALTH

BY SAUL ANTHONY SIBAYAN

03 DEEP TISSUE WORK WHY: The deep tissue massage will help break up the scar tissue and relax the muscle. Studies have shown that myofascial release is effective in treating plantar fasciitis (Suman, 2007) and plantar heel pain (Ajimsha, et al., 2014).

eople into running may have high fitness levels but constant pounding on their feet may lead to foot problems. A common complaint is plantar fasciitis, which is an inflammation of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is the ligament that runs through your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes. This supports the arch of your foot. If you have a low foot arch or flat feet, or foot arches that are too high, you have a higher risk of developing plantar fasciitis. When you strain your plantar fascia, it becomes weak, swollen, irritated, and inflamed.

Then your heel or the bottom of your foot (or both) hurts when you either stand, walk, or run.

Here are some tips that you can consider to help prevent and cure plantar fasciitis.

HOW: i. Go for a deep tissue massage with a professional health care specialist ii. If massages are not your thing, use SKLZ Accuball (Chris Sports, P919) under the foot to deeply massage and stretch the plantar fascia, as well as SKLZ Accustick (Chris Sports, P939) for the calf and shin (tibialis anterior) muscles. These tools will aid in relieving tension on the tendon and muscles surrounding the ankle. You can do this self-massage 2 to 3 times per day for around 2 to 5 minutes.

04 FLEXIBILITY AND MOBILITY WHY: to promote flexibility of your tight plantar fascia and muscles surrounding the ankle, and mobility of the ankle joint. Studies have shown that non-weight bearing plantar fascia-specific stretching exercises greatly decreased pain in patients with plantar fascia.

An example is the plantar fascia stretch below (Cole et al., 2005; DiGiovanni et al., 2005).

01 DYNAMICALLY STRENGTHENING YOUR FOOT MUSCLES

WHY: Most shoes are well-supported, which means that your intrinsic foot muscles don’t need to fire as much to stabilize the foot, which causes the muscles in the feet to weaken.

HOW: i. Walking barefoot or wearing barefoot shoes helps strengthen the tendons, calf muscle, arches, and muscles in the feet. But slowly increase the duration of wearing “barefoot” shoes or walking barefoot. Too much too soon tends to over activate your intrinsic muscles and may lead to foot pain as well.

02 SHOES AND ORTHOTICS WHY: One of the main causes of plantar fasciitis is wearing the wrong type or size of shoes for your feet. It has been shown that combining prefabricated insoles and stretching are effective in relieving and treating plantar fasciitis (Cole et al., 2005; Pfeffer et al., 1999).

HOW: Change to properly fitting, appropriate shoes and orthotics.

WHAT: i. Most people often find relief by wearing shoes that have thicker, well-cushioned midsoles. This decreases the pain associated with long periods of walking or standing. Research has shown that as running shoes age, they lose a significant portion of their shock absorption feature. That’s why getting a new pair of shoes may be helpful in decreasing pain and restoring happy feet! ii. Over-the-counter arch supports found in sports shops or department stores can be useful for those with acute plantar fasciitis and mild flat feet. The support provided by these orthotics vary differently depending on the material. Look for the one with the most dense material but is still soft enough to be comfortable for walking or running.

HOW: A.1

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➜ PLANTAR FASCIA-SPECIFIC STRETCH: 1. Hold the base of your toes.

2. Gently pull the toes back towards the shin until you feel a stretch in your foot arch.

3. Hold the stretch for 10 seconds and slowly release.

4. Perform three sets of 10 repetitions daily.

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➜ KNEELING SHIN STRETCH 1. Place your shins flat along the floor underneath you.

2. The top of your feet should be on the floor as well. Gently lean back on your heels until you feel a stretch in your shin area. Hold this stretch for 10 to 30 seconds, perform 2 to 3 sets.

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➜ ANKLE MOBILITY DRILL 1. Place your foot around 5 to 10 cm away from the wall and place the other foot at the back, making a scissor stance.

2. Bending from the ankle, try to bring your front knee to the wall without moving your foot or having your ankle roll inward. Here are some pointers from functional strength & conditioning guru Mike Boyle on the ankle mobility exercise: → You may want to rock your ankle back and forth, without holding a stretch. → It’s essential that both heels stay in contact with the floor.

Most people who have ankle mobility problems will automatically lift the heel. → Make it multi-planar. Coach Boyle recommends 15 reps, with five reps to the outside (small toe), five straight (middle toe), and another five driving the knee in past the big toe.

SAUL ANTHONY SIBAYAN is a faculty member of the SportsScience Department of the University of Santo Tomas-College of Rehabilitation Sciences. He had his internship at the Exercise Physiology Laboratory of the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa and has a Master in Sports Science degree from the United States Sports Academy. He is a certified Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator through the national Strength and Conditioning Association.

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PFEFFER, G., ET AL. (1999). COMPARISON OF CUSTOM AND PREFABRICATED ORTHOSES IN THE INITIAL TREATMENT OF PROXIMAL PLANTAR FASCIITIS. FOOT & ANKLE INTERNATIONAL; 20, 214-221.

DIGIOVANNI, BF., ET AL. (2003). TISSUE-SPECIFIC PLANTAR FASCIA-STRETCHING EXERCISE ENHANCES OUTCOMES IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC HEEL PAIN. A PROSPECTIVE, RANDOMIZED STUDY. THE JOURNAL OF BONE & JOINT SURGERY, 85-A(7); 1270-1277.

SUMAN, K. (2007). EFFECTIVENESS OF MYOFASCIAL RELEASE IN TREATMENT OF PLANTAR FASCIITIS: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL. INDIAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, 1(3), 3-9.

AJIMSHA, MS., BINSU, D. & CHITHRA, S. (2014). EFFECTIVENESS OF MYOFASCIAL RELEASE IN THE MANAGEMENT OF PLANTAR HEEL PAIN: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL. THE FOOT: THE INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CLINICAL FOOT SCIENCE, 24(2), 66-71.

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MEET THE FORMIDABLE FORCE THAT WILL TAKE PHILIPPINE ATHLETICS’ NAME TO GREATER HEIGHTS IN THE REGION. CALEB STUART, CHRISTOPHER ULBOC, EJ OBIENA, PACH UNSO, AND JESSON CID PREPARE FOR 2016 AYALA PHILIPPINE NATIONAL OPEN-INVITATIONAL ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS AND PURSUE THEIR PERSONAL BESTS WITH THE HELP OF ASICS TIME. TEXT BY SARAH MORAN

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IME stops for no one and nothing. We can only go with its flow. Set a goal and a deadline, make it happen. You choose what you do with time: you act on a dream because you badly want it, or you slack off and watch an opportunity pass you by.

ASICS Time Philippines was quick to notice how up-and-coming athletic stars Caleb John Stuart, Christopher Ulboc, Ernest John Obiena, Patrick Unso, and Jesson Ramil Cid seize the moment. After reaping medals for the country during the 28th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Singapore last June 2015, they are gearing up for Olympic qualifiers, and the 2017 SEA Games in Malaysia.

“ASICS Time is on a constant quest to look for and support young athletes with great potential,” says ASICS Time Philippines marketing manager Judith Staples. “Athletes of Olympic caliber aren’t made overnight. We want to hone them to be the standard when the sport is mentioned,” she adds. Japan-based ASICS Time is a globally recognized brand for watches specially designed for athletes.

These five athletes aren’t wasting any time. Every second of training

counts and they’re working consistently to meet or even exceed that qualifying mark that will gain them a spot in the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro in August 2016.

STUART (NOT-SO) LITTLE

The Philippines takes pride in Caleb John Christian Stuart, 25, for his gold in the hammer throw at the 28th SEA Games last June.

He smashed the regional record by setting a 65.63-m mark in hammer throw which replaced the 2013 record of 62.23-m set by Thailand’s Tantipong Phetchaiya.

Stuart, a former basketball and football player in his high school years, had never competed in track and field until he qualified in 2009 to be part of the University of California in Berkeley, excelling at the hammer throw. The 6’2” athlete is Filipino by way of his mother Rowena PinedaStuart from Pampanga.

He was invited to join the national team through his older sister Morgan who was part of the Philippine softball team. Their mother Rowena invited coach Randy Dizer to lunch at home and this was where he discovered Stuart’s pictures and awards from various athletics meets.

“The coaches suggested me to some of the national coaches of the Philippine athletics team. After I sent my marks, they were willing to meet with me and offer me a spot on the team,” Stuart says. His training goals include qualifying for the Rio Olympics, competing in the upcoming Asian Games 2018, and scoring golds in the 2017 SEA Games.

“I have been doing a lot of heavy training and that will start to get lighter in a couple of months so I can feel fresh for competition,” he says.

For Stuart, the biggest challenge he faced as in training for the hammer throw was holding himself accountable for the results of his performances and motivating himself. “Coach Shaun McGinley has been the major factor to how well I am throwing now. He helped me gain a far greater understanding of the event, learn to stay patient with training, and enjoy the process.”

When he became a part of the Philippine National Team last year, this rekindled his love for the country. “My greatest dream as an athlete is to compete in the Olympics and get an Olympic medal for the Philippines and make the country proud,” he says.

ALL BOW TO ULBOC

It was on Philippine Independence Day last year when Christopher Ulboc, 25, garnered the 24th gold medal for the country during the 28th SEA Games in Singapore. The crowd went wild when he suddenly picked up speed and stole the lead from Vietnam’s Tien San Pham at the final water jump with only 0.83 seconds to spare. In the last 100 meters of the race, he stepped on the gas and breezed past the Viet, glancing back for a second before crossing the finish line.

He set a personal best of eight minutes and 59.7 seconds and

defended his title in the men’s 3,000-m steeplechase. “I was the defending champion so sobra ang pressure. Binabantayan kasi ako,” he said. He celebrated his win by stripping off his uniform top, kneeling and raising his arms in triumph, and holding the Philippine flag.

The Air Force personnel began his athletic journey by joining local fun runs in his home town Tangub City in Misamis Occidental. “Wala akong plano sa national but one day nakausap ko isang coach to train with them sa national team. In two years, I qualified to be part of the training pool,” he says.

He was studying in Far Eastern University and found it a challenge juggling his time between training and finishing two theses.

To survive the athlete’s demanding lifestyle the most important things to observe are self discipline, proper diet, enough rest, and a proper mindset, says Ulboc. “I believe I can,” he adds.

“In terms of training, nasa Phase 2 na kami, more on endurance and speed. Not yet very serious but more on running form and proper breathing,” he says. Ulboc does two to three hours of speed workouts daily. “I listen to my body. I obey my coach and the doctors especially when I feel something is wrong.

They are like my best friend and parents who guide me when I’m away from home,” he adds.

Despite the determination in his voice and his eyes, he remains modest. “Gusto ko magbigay karangalan nationally and internationally. I see myself as a successful man,” Ulboc says.

ANOTHER OBIENA LEGEND

Ernest John Obiena’s foray into pole vaulting can be traced to his younger days when he watched his father, Philippine pole vault legend Emerson Obiena, train. “It’s the main

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In 2009, the then 13-year-old Obiena experienced his first international competition together with the Philippine Vault Club Team at the Taiwan Indoor Pole Vault Championship. He cleared 3.0 meters and set a new personal best. Eight years later, on March 23, 2016, in that same venue, he cleared 5.40 meters for a silver medal and produced a National Junior record.

“This is the most memorable event for me,” he says.

During the PATAFA weekly relay in July 20, 2014, he broke the national record by registering 5.01 meters, a height that finally replaced the 5.0-m record of Edward Lasquete at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. A week later, Obiena then exceeded the PATAFA record with a 5.05-m mark.

At the 28th SEA Games in Singapore last year, he snatched the silver medal with a heartbreaking 5.25-m mark. However, in the 2016 Philippine National Games Finals in Pangasinan, he again broke his personal record with 5.47 meters, despite problems with a broken pole.

“I hope to qualify for Rio. I hope this is the right time I will be able to jump the standard,” says Obiena, referring to the qualifying standard of clearing at least 5.60 meters.

Obiena will be training again in Italy this year with Coach Vitaliy Petrov.

Time is of the essence for Obiena.

When in Italy, he trains from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon then resumes at 4:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. In the Philippines, he starts training from 7:00 a.m. until 12 noon. He’s in school by 1:00 p.m. and returns to training from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

What keeps him grounded and motivated? “I try to look at myself through someone else’s eyes. By doing so, I can visualize what I am doing and fix what needs to be fixed,” he says.

Obiena’s remarkably fast improvements prove that he is not settling for less. Time can only tell what higher greater heights he will reach.

ALL IN GOD’S WILL

For Patrick “Pach” Unso, 23, everything including success happens because of “God’s will.” He also looks up to his dad, Renato Unso, PATAFA secretary general and Philippine 400-m hurdles record-holder (51.26) at the 1983 SEA Games.

Since 2011, Unso has reset the Philippine record of for the 110-meter hurdles. In his second year in De La Salle University, he broke the national record of 110-m hurdles at the 2011 SEA Games. Last March 2015, he set a 14.8 seconds personal best during the Palarong Pambansa and shattered this at 14.28 seconds in the 2015 SEA Games.

Unso is addicted to sports. “I’ve done and tried most sports that you can think of: basketball, football, gymnastics, boxing, surfing, golf, tennis, table tennis. I truly believe that sports hones not just the body but also the mind,” he says. He embodies ASICS’ mantra of “a sound mind in a sound body.”

“In running, time is everything.

Winners aren’t judged by how graceful your form is, though with better form, you get better results.

Only who is faster matters,” Unso says.

A positive outlook in life keeps him grateful for the opportunities coming his way. His dad is his number 1 inspiration. “He had nothing. He built everything he has today through sports. I admire his hard work and dedication as an athlete and as my mentor.”

Unso believes in “paying it forward” by serving as an inspiration to younger athletes. It’s his tribute to the people who helped make his dreams come true.

EL CID

He slays the game not just once, twice, or thrice but 10 times. This is how decathlete Jesson Ramil Cid’s life is different from that of other track and field athletes. At 24, he’s making his mark as one of the best Filipino decathletes ever.

Decathlon consists 10 track and field events spread over a two-day competition: 100-m relay, long jump, shot put, high jump, the 400-m relay, 110-m relay, long jump, shot

Jesson Cid and Pach Unso

put, high jump, the 400-m relay, 110-m hurdles, discus throw, pole vault, javelin throw, and 1,500-m relay.

During the 27th SEA Games in Myanmar in 2013, he broke past 7,000 points and snatched the gold, and set the Philippine record of 7,038 points, earning him the nickname “Golden Boy of Southeast Asia.”

His resolute spirit was put to a test last year when he suffered from a series of minor surgeries on his knee and Achilles tendon while training for the 28th SEA Games. He still managed to take home a silver medal despite the surgeries.

“My mind was telling me that I can still run, I can still compete, I can still win,” he recalled. Though my body wasn’t cooperating with me, I believed that God will restore my strength.”

Cid follows a rigid six-hour daily training schedule under the wing

of coach Sean Guevara. At least four months is needed to prepare an athlete for a competition. “This period is broken down to two phases: the General Preparation Phase and Specific Preparation Phase,” Guevara says.

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PROFILES Tin Ferrera is an ultramarathoner.

She has finished and joined races from 5ks to 200Ks and has earned some podium finishes. She is also into yoga practice and does Crossfit.

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FEET HURT?

WITH EVERY STRIDE, IT IS OUR FEET THAT ABSORB THE IMPACT FROM LANDING AND THE PUSHOFF FORWARD. WE CAN SHRUG OFF A TIGHT HAMSTRING OR A PAINFUL CALF, BUT WHEN THE FEET SAY “NO,” RUNNING BECOMES UNCOMFORTABLE, AND WE MAY EVEN DROP OUT OF A RACE. on’t let your feet hurt. Let them recover well after every run. We asked some tips from fellow runners and coaches on how to give your feet the recovery it deserves.

REST YOUR FEET. After a run, our feet will definitely feel the beating it took. It can get sore, swell, crack, peel or itch. What to do after a run...

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EAT RIGHT. Masakit talaga ang mga muscle ko

I get a regular pedicure and foot spa. But when I am preparing for a long ultramarathon, I just let the calluses form for months and just get my foot spa treat after.

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“The most important for me is to rest and ice my feet after working out. This lessens the swelling immediately.”

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SET THEM FREE.

I immediately remove my shoes and socks right after crossing the finish line or after a long run to let them breathe. If safe, I walk on the ground barefoot.

DIANNE

SLOW DOWN. I take slower walks after a run to cool down before doing some yoga stretching.

FRANCIS

ELEVATE THEM. Your feet generally swell after

running for an extended period. One of the best ways you can do to take care of your feet is to elevate them and 1) perform toe curling movements or 2) use your ankle and foot to air write the letters of the alphabet.

By performing those, you are able to facilitate and encourage the circulation in your feet, allowing your feet to recover faster.

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STRETCH. My rituals aren’t rocket science. I just do regular stretching exercises after a run.

pero natural lang ’yun kasi mahaba ang tinakbo ko. Kumakain ako ng mga masustansyang pagkain tulad ng karne, mga gulay, at rice para mabilis ’yung recovery ko.

JON

and with that comes taking care of our feet to keep it in good shape for running (and perhaps to keep it still looking presentable).

ICE THEM. After a race, I will get ice and apply it on my feet or soak my feet in cold water.

VANJ

TREAT YOUR FEET. We all want to run longer

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Tolitz do warm up and stretching for his feet.

Jon applies petroleum jelly before running and cuts his nails short. This lessens the risk of crack and blisters from the pounding. “I just let my feet evolve with running through the years; no special foot treatment.”

DIANNE

Dianne applies oil and lotion before and after a run.

She also treats it with regular pedicures. “Just don’t get your pedicure before a run. It was my biggest mistake having my nails done a day before. The small wounds from the pedicure can get worst and swell from the constant pounding during the run.”

FRANCIS

Massage your feet - You have 26 bones, 33 joints and over 100 muscles that are present in your foot.

Using a massage ball to ensure that the segments in your foot remain mobile is a must to any runner or person even. I liken it to brushing your teeth.

As long as you do it frequently, you can keep your cavities and in this case, your injuries at bay.

Manolito Divina is a trail ultramarathoner.

He has topped major races like Hardcore100, Clark-Miyamit Falls Trail Ultra (CM50), The North Face 100 (TNF100) and The North Face 50 (TNF50) in Singapore and Ultra Trail Hongkong 156K and other local races.

Atty. Jon Lacanlale is an ultramarathoner and race director (Clark Miyamit Trail Race Series or CM50, Cardimax-Clark Ultramarathon and Arayat Run) and Founder of Cordillera Great Traverse. He has finished most of the hardest local and international trail races, which includes: Western States 100 (US), Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) (France), Trailwalker 100 Hongkong, The Great North Walk 100 (GNW100) (Australia), Bighorn 100 (US), Ultra Trail Hongkong 170K (HK), Translantau 100 (HK).

Dianne Occiano is a runner.

She has been running since high school to keep her fitness. She finished one marathon and a few mid distance-road and trail races; She was runner-up in the Mt. Ugo Half Marathon.

Francis Diano is a doctor of physical therapy, an orthopedic specialist, sports specialist, a USAT-certified coach, triathlete and marathoner. He is also one of the founders of Pace Prehab & Recovery.

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year and will be back. After her finish last year, her message to all women cyclists is “to keep pushing and believe that you can do it.”

Businessman Adonis Corona and electrical engineer Ceejay Custodio represent corporate professionals in the 3039 age group who take every bit of free time from work to seriously train in the sport they love. Custodio trains with Team GMT Xikad and Team Panga and is preparing for a Top 20 finish. Corona and his son enjoyed the souvenirs and freebies given last year.

“My 12-year-old son may join the XC race this year,” he adds.

When it comes to the kids and teenagers participating in Shimano Dirt and Play, it’s the parents who are more nervous and anxious, says Timbol. Timbol’s own son Enzo, won the kids category last year. “Now that I am 12, I am looking forward to summer so that I can resume my bike training and join the 12 and teenager category,” says Enzo. The teenage category is led by Jake Aldrin Rivera, a 19-year-old college student with Team Prima who will definitely defend his title before moving up to the men’s division. “The 2016 Dirt and Play will be my third straight year of participating. I placed third in 2014, then first in 2015. This year, I will defend it,” says Rivera.

“I was so happy last year that my training bore fruit. So guys, train well, have discipline and eat right,” Rivera adds.

Join the 6th Shimano Dirt and Play at Filinvest City, Alabang Muntinlupa on Sunday May 29, 2016. It’ll be an exciting “Cycling for All” day for mountain bikers of all ages and abilities who want a taste of friendly competition in the XC Races (Dirt) or the Fun Ride (Play). Registration is open at various bicycle shops or online at www. dirtandplay.com.

JACK YABUT is a co-organizer and administrator for the 6th Shimano Dirt and Play; president of the Firefly Brigade (bicycle, clean air and sustainable transportation advocacy); and an artist-teacher with the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA).

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ore than 800 mountain bike enthusiasts are expected at one of the most-anticipated events in the cycling calendar: the 6th Shimano Dirt and Play on Sunday, May 29, 2016.

From 120 participants in the race’s first year in 2011, attendance grew to over 800 in 2015 as more events such as the XC (CrossCountry) format and Community Ride were added. The figure is set to be topped this year.

“Together with our title sponsor Shimano, we want to continue the development of Dirt and Play as a wellorganized, ‘Cycling for All’ event at par with international standards that’s open to both young and old, beginner and advanced riders, and for the family,” says Alvin Timbol, the 2016 technical and race director for the XC races.

Among the categories in the 6th edition to be held in Filinvest City in Alabang, Muntinlupa are the “Dirt” or XC Races with different age-group categories from teenagers to elite, male and female, and the “Megaman” division. The Fun Ride is open to all ages and all types of bicycles and provides an enjoyable and safe opportunity for new riders to cycle in a large group at a leisurely pace.

Many winners and top placers from 2015 are expected. Literal heavyweights representing the “Megaman” class of male riders over 200 lbs. will stomp in with 2015 winner, 230-lb. TV production designer and food stylist Raymond ‘Jong’ Fernandez.

Among his challengers is businessman Alex Dantis, who, at 242 lbs., hopes to improve his 10th place finish.

Women in the open category are equally ready to get dirty, like sales account officer Candy Sibal, who enjoys biking with her husband and three kids. “Biking allows us to bond and I always look forward to it,” she says. She’s inspired by 2015 winner Ariana Dormitorio who can do just as well as many other male mountain bikers. Entrepreneur Ana Angelo, only started competing last

CENTURY TUNA IRONMAN 70.3

MARCH 6, 2016 | SUBIC BAY, OLONGAPO CITY PHOTOS COURTESY OF JAMIL BUERGO

Triathlon world champions Craig “Crowie” Alexander and Caroline “Xena” Steffen snatched the respective male and female pro crowns at the second edition of Century Tuna Ironman 70.3. The victories were vindication for the two, who were both forced to pull out of this same race a year ago due to health reasons.

Three-time Ironman and Australian triathlon stalwart Alexander showed he is still a highly competitive athlete at the age of 42 with his amazing finish time of 3:48:56 against German Patrick Lange (3:50:45), and fellow Aussie Tim Reed (3:52:28) who was last year’s defending champion.

“I was very happy with my performance today,” Alexander said. “My training leading in had been good but it was only my second race in seven months so there is always a little bit of the unknown.”

Steffen from Switzerland took command of the women’s race with her 4:09:40 finish time followed by Radka Vodickova in 4:14:51. Aussie Dimity-Lee Duke clocked in a 4:23:52 in third place.

“I had a set plan that I wanted to execute today but after about 45 kms on the bike, I realized I was going to have to change plans and turn it into a running race between Czech Radka and me,” said Steffen. “You need to play it smart in the heat and humidity in the Philippines and I just tried to keep my heart rate down. It was so hot out there but I felt really good and was able to just keep increasing my lead all the way to the finish. I’m really happy with how I went out there.”

RACE RESULTS MALE PROS 3:38:56 3:50:45 3:52:28 3:53:19 3:56:59

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FEMALE PROS 4:09:40 Caroline Steffen 4:14:51 Radka Vodickova 4:23:52 Dimity-Lee Duke 4:35:38 Kathryn Haesner 4:36:36 Bree Wee

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MALE FILIPINO ELITE 4:20:15 August Benedicto 4:33:23 Benjamin Rana Jr. 4:35:48 Jorry Ycong FEMALE FILIPINO ELITE 4:39:45 Monica Torres 5:16:20 Maria Hodges 6:46:03 Ani Karina Brown For full race results, visit: http://ap.ironman.com/triathlon/coverage/athletetracker.aspx?race=subicbay70.3&y=2016#axzz43X9qVEED

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ATLETA AKO WOMEN’S AQUATHLON

MARCH 13, 2016 PHILIPPINE SPORTS ARENA, PASIG CITY PHOTOS COURTESY OF RAIZA CABUGWANG

In celebration of National Women’s Month, 328 feisty females, from seven to 75 years old and above, swam and ran their way to the finish line to the cheers of family and friends at the 2nd Atleta Ako Women’s Aquathlon.

The beginner-friendly, all-women only race showcased real grace, guts, and girl power, as the ladies took on various swim and run distances determined by their age categories, from a 50-m swim and 600-m run for those aged seven to eight, to a 500-m swim and 5-km run for ladies 18 and above.

The top three finishers of each category were awarded medals and gifts.

To view the full race results, visit http://www. bikekingphilippines.com/images/results/AtletaAko.com%20 Women’s%20Aquathlon%202016%20Official%20Results.pdf .

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MARCH 19-20, 2016 PHILIPPINE SPORTS ARENA, PASIG CITY PHOTOS COURTESY OF RAIZA CABUGWANG

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A few days prior to his birthday on March 25, running coach Roel Año staged an eponymous run to celebrate his 39th year.

A coach and member of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) athletics team since 2003, Año is also a coach of Soleus Philippines team and organizes running clinics for beginners who want to improve their personal record.

He also acts as one-on-one coach to several elite athletes and celebrities.

His birthday run commenced with the Sierra to Ultra 50K Ultramarathon held last March 19. It took 132 tenacious participants to the Sierra Madre mountain range in Tanay, Rizal all the way to the finish line at the Philippine Sports Arena in Pasig City. With a 10-hour cut-off, the ultramarathoners were classified into gender and age group categories.

While waiting for the ultramarathoners to reach the finish line, some 150 invited participants of the other race distances, from an individual 3-km run to a 16-km run and relay categories lready started their race.

Jojie Daga-as (3:50:12) was hailed as the Sierra to Ultra 50K Ultramarathon King, while Silamie Apolistar (5:02:02) bagged the Ultramarathon Queen crown.

Team Fort Striders, which consisted of 16 members, also received the Biggest Delegation special award, while Team Beep Beep Multisport was recognized for Best in Uniform.

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FORD FORZA TRIATHLON TEAM 2016 LAUNCH FEBRUARY 25, 2016 | B HOTEL, QUEZON CITY

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Ford Forza Triathlon Team looks forward to a year of racing in 2016 as they announced that they renewed their partnership with Ford Philippines. Through the partnership, Ford moves the triathlon team with its range of vehicle models that complement the team members’ personalities and lifestyle.

Businessman and triathlete Gianluca Guidicelli serves as the team captain of the 15-strong triathlon squad which includes celebrity Matteo Guidicelli, nutritionist Giorgia Guidicelli, eight-year-old Paolo Guidicelli, saddle row instructor Claudia Tagle, professional race car driver Stefano Marcelo, broadcaster Dyan Castillejo, actors Ivan Carapiet and Victor Basa, lawyer Joey Torres, professional coach Elmo Clarabal, and entrepreneur Jomer Lim. The Ford Forza Team is stronger this year with the addition of three new members, namely professional triathletes Maria Hodges, Joseph Miller, and Glenn Gonzales.

“The team has been training hard and was recognized with multiple wins and accomplishments in 2015, proving how they are Built Ford Tough. This 2016, Team Ford Forza is refueled to do more, achieve more, and inspire more, Minnie ValenciaBustamante, Ford’s vice president of marketing and sales said in an interview with CarGuide.PH.

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BEIJING INTERNATIONAL TRIATHLON SEPTEMBER 10-11, 2016 | BEIJING, CHINA

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For the fifth year, top triathletes from around the globe will race this Olympic-distance triathlon which kicks off a festive weekend of fitness on September 10. IMG, a global leader in sports, fashion, and media in partnership with the Fengtai Sports Bureau of Bejing, will host the 2016 Beijing International Triathlon at the Garden Expo Park, in the Fengtai district of Beijing, China.

The Beijing International Triathlon is the only qualifying race in Asia for the famed Escape From Alcatraz triathlon. Fifty slots will be rewarded to the top 50 men and women across each group and division of the Olympic distance race.

The race’s tagline as seen in its website www.beijinginternationaltriathlon.com—“Come for the race. Stay for the culture,”—perfectly describes the Olympic-distance course that showcases the environmental and cultural attractions in Fengtai, including a 1.5-km swim through Garden Expo Lake; a challenging 40-km bike race through the quaint villages of Fengtai and up southwest Beijing’s highest peak, Qian Ling Mountain; and a final 10-km run through the colorful gardens and up the steep steps of the Garden Expo park. The event also features a sprint triathlon that will take triathletes on a 750-m lake swim, a 20-km bike ride, and a 5-km run all through the lush grounds of the expansive Garden Expo Park.

“From triathlon newbies to seasoned age groupers, it’s been so rewarding to watch the people of China embrace this new, healthy lifestyle by training and competing in a triathlon,” said IMG Senior Vice President James Leitz.

For more information, visit www.beijinginternationaltriathlon.com or their social media pages follow at www.facebook.com/BeijingTri and www.twitter.com/Beijing_Tri.

2016 EVENTS/RACES

APRIL

Salomon X-Trail Run Pilipinas

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Mayon 360 Albay Ultramarathon 2nd Mankayan Mountain Marathon – Ultra Edition Freedom Run Mt. Sembrano Trail Challenge 2016

ITU Subic Bay

16-17 International Triathlon

MAY 1

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Columbia Trail Masters Offroad Duathlon Nat Geo Earth Day Run Sky-athon 2016 Boracay Beach Run

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The North Face (TNF) 100 PRO Earth Run

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JUNE 5

Run United 2

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Manila Great Run : Duo Road Race Challenge

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World Vision Run

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On Your Mark Run

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