Run United Leg 1 on March 16, 2014

The most anticipated Run United Trilogy kicks-off its first leg for 2014 on the 16th of March! FASTER. HIGHER. STRONGER. It's the 2014 battle cry.

WHAT: Run United Leg 1 2014
WHEN: March 16, 2014 (Sunday)
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia
RACE CATEGORIES: 500m dash for kids / 5km / 10km / 21km
RACE ORGANIZER: Runrio

Run United 1 2014 Assembly and Gun Times

REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Online Registration (starts January 31, 2014)
- https://regonline.activeglobal.com/register/login.aspx?eventID=1456985&MethodId=0&EventsessionId=

Prepaid Cards can be purchased at the following stores (12:00pm to 8:00pm Monday to Sunday starting February 8, 2014):
- Riovana BGC
- Riovana Katipunan
- Toby's SM North the Block
- Toby's SM Mall of Asia

Run United 1 2014 Registration Fees and Inclusions

For online registrants: singlet will be provided during the race kit collection, sizes option will be available online on a first-come, first-served basis.

For in-store registrants: singlet will be given upon registration, sizes will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Singlet and finishers shirt sizes will be available for fitting.

REMINDERS:
- Registration is on a first-come, first served basis, and may end earlier than the announced deadline. Race slots may run out before March 9, 2014.
- Runners who buy prepaid cards at our stores will receive their singlet upon purchase. Runners must collect the rest of their race kit (race bib and Active Health items) at Race Kit Claiming on the following dates.

• March 13- 14 Music Hall at the Mall of Asia, 10am – 10pm
• March 15 Active Health Village, Block 16 Mall of Asia, 10am – 6pm

- Singlet and finisher’s shirt size availability will be on first-come, first-served basis.
- Singlet and finishers shirt sample sizes will be available for fitting at the registration centers.
- A Valid ID must be presented at Race Kit Claiming. Those claiming race kits for others must bring authorization letters.
- D-Tag will be provided to every participant to get the runner’s accurate time result and must be surrendered to claim the finisher’s item after the race.
- No BIB, No D-TAG, NO RACE.

RACE KIT INCLUSIONS:

Run United 1 2014 Singlet Design

Run United 1 Singlet Size Chart

POST-RACE:

Run United 1 2014 Active Health Ventilation Bag and Sun Visor

Run United 1 2014 21k Finisher Shirt Design

Run United 1 2014 21k Finisher Medal Design

Run United 2014 Trilogy - Medals United!

WINNER PRIZES:

RACE MAPS:
- To be uploaded as soon as available

I've already registered on the 21km category on the very first day of online registration. Spell excited. Haha! See you there!

Active Health Runner's Summit Rebate Promo

Enervon Activ wants to see you in the Active Health Runner's Summit. Participants can now get a P500 rebate from your registration fee. Just present a receipt of 10 pcs Enervon Activ capsules on Summit day, and you automatically get a P500 rebate. 

Avail this promo now and see you on August 17!

Enervon Activ RU2 Hydration Belt Promo

MECHANICS:

1. This promo is exclusively for registered 2013 Run United 2 participants.
2. Purchase 10 pieces ENERVON ACTIV at any of the authorized registration centers of RU2 (worth 120php) and get the limited edition Active Health Hydration Belt for only 200php (includes 2 bottles X 180mL).
3.  Race bib number must be presented when availing the promo.
4. Promo can be availed once per bib number only.
5. Promo Duration: April 26 – May 26 or until supplies last.

Per DOH-FDA Permit No. 0831 s. 2013

Survivor: Run United Edition

The Runrio Trilogy kicked-off with the highly anticipated first leg last March 17. Slots for its longest distance (21k) were sold out way ahead of the registration deadline. Of course me and my running friends registered as early as possible to avoid the hassles of scrambling for a 21k slot.

I and my running buddies Rom and Ryan had been planning for weeks that they would be attempting to do a sub-2 on this race event. I told them I was gonna pace them of course. I have been giving them tips and do's and don'ts from time to time and kept reminding them to set their minds on the goal, as psyching one's self helps (at least for me).

We met before 3am, as the race would have a gun start of an early 4am. We were one of the early birds of the race (no pun intended) and got our spot near the starting line arch. In a matter of a few minutes, the assembly line became crowded with more 21k runners, and we found out later on that the group has been split into two waves.

3 then became 5, as we were joined by two other runners - officemates Marte and Joshua. I knew then that the chance of having all of us finish at the same time is close to impossible, but I promised myself I would stay with either Rom or Ryan, whoever sustains the pace farthest. Exactly 4am, we were sent off.

From L-R: Marte, Joshua, Me, Rom, Ryan (photo edit courtesy of Rom)

And so Survivor: Run United 1 commenced:

• At KM 5-6, Marte was the first to go.
• Mid-way through the race, Rom slowed down so he was the 2nd to be eliminated. (Later found out he had an alcohol intake the night before. Grrr!)
• Joshua and Ryan were still strong and keeping up with the pace I'm setting. About KM16-17, we lost Joshua so Ryan was the sole survivor.
• Ryan was on overheat so we definitely slowed down. At KM18, I knew we could still meet sub-2 if we sustained a 6-pace but with the frequent walk breaks Ryan was requesting, I gave up the sub-2 goal at KM19 and just did a relaxed pace until finish.

We clocked in at 2:04:34. In Rom's terms, a DISGRACE run. Hahaha!

Almost there!

The sole survivor Ryan

Some race observations:
- As usual, superb hydration - overflowing water and Gatorade
- route was a PR route, mostly flat
- gun start of 4am to avoid the heat
- Festive activities at the race village - lots of fun photo booths
- Recovery station providing massage and ice bags for runners is definitely a BIG PLUS for this race

Yes, I'll push myself to do better next time as a pacer. Hehe!

Photo booth with Rom and Ryan

Cooling down at the parking lot

Can't wait for my next attempt as a pacer to do sub-2. It's definitely a challenge but I know some other race we'll be successful. More training!

Still on target until KM17. 

Congratulations to Runrio and Unilab Active Health! Next leg will be on June which will feature the Afroman Distance. 32k here we come!

Unilab Run United Leg 1 on March 17, 2013

The biggest and most anticipated race trilogy kicks off with its first leg on March! Runrio and Unilab Active Health are partnering up once again to bring us Run United 2013!

WHAT: Run United Leg 1 (RU1)
WHEN: March 17, 2013 (Sunday)
WHERE: SM Mall of Asia
RACE CATEGORIES: 500m dash for kids / 5km / 10km / 21km
RACE ORGANIZER: Runrio

REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Online Registration (January 21 to February 24): www.runrio.com
In-Store Registration (February 4 to March 3):
- Riovana BGC Branch
- Riovana Katipunan Branch
- Toby's Mall of Asia Branch
- Toby's SM North Branch

RU1 2013 Registration Fees and Inclusions

RU1 2013 Singlet Design

RU1 2013 21k Finisher Medal

RU1 2013 21k Finisher Shirt 

RACE MAPS

 

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Run United Rallies Filipinos to “Exceed Yourself” in 2013

Longer distances and focused approaches mark this year’s run races

Mark your calendar runners, the 2013 Run United series is set to bring in more excitement and a lot of surprises to this year’s running calendar. Unilab Active Health (ULAH) and RunRio Inc. promise longer distances that are big on fun and prizes, starting off with 2013 Run United 1on March 17 at the Mall of Asia grounds in Pasay City.

Ever responsive to the runners’ feedback, Unilab Active Health and RunRio are now focusing on longer distances to be in step with the requirements of progressive runners who want to better their personal records and outdo themselves in every race.

“We noticed a trend during the previous years’ races that the slots for longer distances get filled up faster. There were instances when we had to open up more slots. So, by focusing on longer distances, we will be able to accommodate more runners,” said Alex Panlilio, Head of Unilab Active Health.

Coach Rio dela Cruz added: “This is in line with our plan to be part of the growth and journey of Filipino runners. It just goes to prove that the local running community is more mature, that is why we also launched the Run United Philippine Marathon (RUPM) last year. Filipino runners have leveled up.”

Thus, there will be no more 3km category in Run United, but it will retain the 500-meter dash for kids to make them start having an active lifestyle early on. The race categories for 2013 Run United 1 include 5km, 10km and 21km; for Run United 2 (10km, 21km, and 32km); and for Run United Philippine Marathon (10km, 21km and 42km).

If runners loved the singlets of previous Run United races, they would definitely rave about the improved singlets this year, which are made of new fabric designed to help improve the performance and comfort of the runners. 

Better and useful items will still be part of the finishers’ token. And the unique united medal will still be given away to encourage participants to complete the series. Of course, the Unilab Active Health villages will still be jampacked with activities and freebies for the participants and their families.

The complete Run United 2013 race schedules are as follows: Run United 1 on March 17, Run United 2 on June 2 and Run United Philippine Marathon on October 6. Prior to these, The Bull Runner Dream Marathon will kick off on February 24.

For triathletes, Tri United 1 2013 on March 10, 2013 and Tri United 2 2013 on July 7, 2013 both will be held in Playa Laiya, Batangas. Tri United 3 2013 on October 26-27, 2013 in Subic and the fourth and final leg of Tri United will be fired off in Ayala, Alabang on November 24, 2013. Moreover, Unilab Active Health Duathlon will be on September 8 at SCTEX, Clark, Pampanga.

For more details please visit www.unilabactivehealth.com.

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Unilab Active Health Calendar for 2013

With the last quarter of the year coming in a few days, Unilab Active Health has already released their 2013 activities calendar, so that everyone living an active lifestyle may already plan ahead and block these important event dates.

For all runners, Run United Runrio Trilogy will be leveling-up next year! Save these dates:

Run United 1

March 24, 2013

(5k - 10k - 21k)

Run United 2

June 2, 2013

(10k - 21k - 32k)

Run United Philippine Marathon

October 6, 2013

(10k - 21k - 42k)

Which can only mean Runrio Trilogy Awardees will be those who finished 21k - 32k - 42k! Woot! I'm happy with this!

For those who are into multi-sports, Tri United schedule is on the image above.

Start planning, guys! Aren't you just excited for 2013?

Unilab Run United 3 Featuring the Afroman Distance on September 16, 2012

The most anticipated leg to the Run United Runrio Trilogy - Run United 3 featuring the Afroman 32k race distance category, is coming our way on September 16! Mark your calendars, everyone! This is gonna be big!

WHAT: Unilab Run United 3 2012
WHEN: September 16, 2012 (Sunday)
WHERE: Bonifacio Global City to Mall of Asia (21k and 32k), Mall of Asia (other distances)
RACE CATEGORIES: 500m dash for kids, 3k, 5k, 10k, 21k, 32k (Afroman distance)

REGISTRATION PERIOD: August 6 to September 2 (Online) / August 13 to September 8 (In-store)

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: https://register.bazumedia.com/reg/form?eventID=852

IN-STORE REGISTRATION CENTERS:
- Riovana BGC Branch
- Riovana Katipunan Branch
- Toby's SM Mall of Asia Branch
- Toby's Trinoma Branch

Registration Fees and Race Inclusions (Pre and Post-race)

Assembly and Gun Start Times

 PRE-RACE INCLUSIONS:

Run United 3 Singlet

Run United 3 Active Health Sun Visor

Wrist Tags for Parents and Runner Kids (for 500m Dash only)

Flyer for more information on the race

 POST-RACE GIVEAWAYS

32k Finisher Shirt

32k Finisher Medal

21k Finisher Shirt

21k Finisher Medal

Duffel Bag for all race finishers

RACE MAPS 

 

 

 

 

 

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Another Running Spree at Run United 3
All set for the third leg of the Runrio Trilogy 2012 on September 16

Run United is back, after a nearly three-month break. And as the cliché goes, ‘the third time is a charm’. Last year, in fact, a record number of runners estimated at over 14,000 participated in Run United 3. 

Run United 3, the third leg of the Run Rio Trilogy, has always been much anticipated because it offers what is dubbed as the ‘Afroman distance’ or 32k category—not usually included in other run races. Of course, on top of the other race categories: the Ceelin 500m dash, 3k, 5k, 10k, and 21k.

“The 32k Afroman Distance in RU3 can be a preparatory race for the full 42.195km category in the upcoming 1st ever Run United Philippine Marathon slated on October 28. RUPM will still have the shorter categories: 500m dash, 3K, 5K, 10K, and 21K.” said Alex Panlilio, Head of Unilab Active Health (ULAH).

Meanwhile, according to premiere race organizer Coach Rio dela Cruz, the runners’ anticipation over Run United 3 will be all worth it as new features and surprises await them on September 16. For one, there will be new routes as well as different starting and finish lines again for Run United 3 in the 21K and 32K categories, like in the previous two races for 21K.

The 32K runners will have a gun start at Bonifacio Global City (BGC) starting at 3am, an hour ahead of the 21k runners. They will be led from BGC to take their first 10k in University Parkway area, then move up to Kalayaan Flyover. Then, they will go all the way down to Buendia, take left at Roxas Boulevard, turnaround taking the roads of Vicente Sotto, Diosdado Macapagal and on to EDSA before finally turning left at Seaside Boulevard for the finish at the Mall of Asia (MOA). 

The 21k will have an earlier gun start at 4am compared to Run United 2’s 430am. They will have the same route as the 32k runners, but instead of going to EDSA they will turn right after Macapagal Avenue, turning right at Seaside Boulevard and then all the way to the finish line in MOA. 

“Run United 3 runners will get to run across three cities— Taguig, Makati and Pasay. Based from the feedback we got from them, they really enjoyed the experience and the new routes. The earlier gun start of both race categories will give runners a safer route as well,” said Dela Cruz of RunRio Inc., the race organizer.

Online registration for Run United 3 started on August 6 and will continue until September 2, 2012. In-store registration will start on August 13 and will be up to September 9, 2012. Registration venues include Riovana in BGC and Katipunan, Quezon City; and Toby’s at SM Mall of Asia and Trinoma.

The runners will receive their complete race kits upon registration (Active Health Sun Visor, Singlet, Bib with B-Tag and wrist tag for 500m dash runners). The wrist tag for 500m dash kid’s runner which is usually given on race day will now be included in their race kits upon registration. 

Run United 3, which is for the benefit of Gawad Kalusugan and Children’s Hour, is part of the ULAH running series. Run United started with only 8,000 runners when it was launched in March 2010 and the numbers have steadily grown in succeeding events. An estimated 14,000 runners participated during its last offering— at 2012 Run United 2. 

Run United 1 on March 4 started off this year’s RunRio Trilogy, followed by Run United 2 last June 17. Runners who completed all the longest distances (21k-21k-32k) in all of the three Run United races will be recognized at the RunRio Trilogy Awards Night.  

Fun and exciting activities await runners and their family at the Active Health Village, new and bigger Active Kids Zone, Runners’ Lounge, I-Connect Zone, The Food Pavilion and Health, Sports, & Leisure Zones.

For further information or inquiries on race details, results, photos and discussions, please visit the following websites:  www.unilabactivehealth.com or www.runrio.com.