Mt. Ugo Trail Half-Marathon: Ain't No Mountain High Enough

I fell in love with Mt. Ugo since the first time I'd been there. I love the trails, the scenic views and the fresh air that it offers. Last Sunday, the 3rd edition of the King of the Mountain was held there and never would I miss it. Joy, Joyce and me joined the 21k category while Allan, Dennis, Jonard, JC, Mamu Doug and Riz registered for 42k.

The route was an out and back run. The 42k runners' turn around point is in the summit while the 21k runners' in Mt. Samento.

Twenty minutes before the gun start, we assembled at the starting line and did some photo ops. I uttered a simple prayer, which I normally do before we go. Then 3.. 2.. 1.. Off we went. It was still dark, we only had our headlamps to light our path.

 

The First Mizuno Academy Graduation Run

Last September 9, the Mizuno Academy Graduation Run happened in Filinvest, Alabang. I was so lucky  I'm a part of it. This time, the event was not exclusive for students from BGC, MOA and Alabang. Our friends and loved ones were also invited to run with us or cheer us as we cross the finish line.

Before we started running, Coach Patrick gave a little talk. He introduced about pose method for the benefit of our guest runners and around 5:15, we we're off to run. Yey!

The weather was perfect for a morning run. We did 2 rounds of a 5k loop around Filinvest. I like the route. There were  flat roads, uphills and downhills to keep us in pace. Although the road was not exclusive for runners, there were minimal vehicles while we're running.  Some part were also slippery but thanks to  my Inspire 8 which never failed me.

There were kilometer markers along the way but at some crossroads, we got lost. There were portions that lacks direction signage or marshal making us confused on when to turn right or left. But still thanks to our mind, feet and to some spectators for leading us to the right way.

-While we're running-
(photo credits to Mizuno Run Club)