Men's Health Urbanathlon & Festival 2011

URBANATHLON [ur-buhn-ath-luhn] (n) - from the words urban (cities) + (dec)athlon (which is commonly used to combine a multi-disciplinary sports). It is a multi-stage of race that involves running plus obstacles and having a lot of fun.

Once again, Men’s Health Philippines brings you its most awaited race event ― the Men’s Health Urbanathlon & Festival 2011. As Men’s Health magazine’s international signature event, the Urbanathlon features urban obstacles making it a race unlike any other.

The Event

The Men’s Health Urbanathlon & Festival 2011 will be held on November 13, 2011, Sunday at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. The race promises to test not just one’s speed and endurance, but also one’s strength, balance, agility and flexibility. There are more than 1,000 expected participants who will join  the said race.

The Race

According to summit media, media relations division, the Men's Health Urbanthlon 2011 added new obstacles, the Monkey Bars and Network replacing  the Balance Beam and Tire Dump from last year's event. Kalayaan flover not to miss for 10K and 15K runners. Time penalties will be given to those who will skip the obstacle course.

Registration

Ready to take the challenge? Register NOW! Registration period is  from September 16 to October 16 only. 

Registration Fees
Race Category	Registration Fees	Race Features
15K	Php 800.00	Race packet (Bib); Urbanathlon Race Shirt; 3-month Subscription to Men's Health Magazine
10K	Php750.00	Race packet (Bib); Urbanathlon Race Shirt; 3-month Subscription to Men's Health Magazine
5K	Php 750.00	Race packet (Bib); Urbanathlon Race Shirt; 3-month Subscription to Men's Health Magazine

All finishers will get finishers medals with 2011 Urbanathlon ID lanyard. 

You may visit the following registration centers:

Bike King

B1, BHS

Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Tel. no. (02) 856-3362

360 Fitness Club

Ortigas Center, Pasig City.

Tel. no. (02) 577-7807

CrossFitMNL

Magnitude Bldg.,

186 Libis, QC

Tel. no. (02) 477-7075

Fitness First MOA

One E-com Center

Ocean Dr cor Sunset Ave.,

SM Central Business Park

Tel. no. (02) 556-8000

Sponsors

The Men’s Health Urbanathlon & Festival 2011 is made possible by official food sponsor Century Tuna, official sports drink, Gatorade, major sponsors: Bo’ Athletics, Cherifer Premium, and Suunto, with the participation of Cataflam. Special thanks to the official venue Bonifacio Global City, official gym partner Crossfit MNL, and registration partners 360 Fitness Club, Fitness First and Bike King.

But wait theres more...

The October issue of Men’s Health also helps you gear up for the upcoming Men’s Health Urbanathlon with a workout that’s guaranteed to make you race-ready. The October issue of Men’s Health featuring Derek Ramsay on the cover is available in newsstands, bookstores, and supermarkets nationwide.

 

See you!

Men’s Health All-Terrain Race 2011

It's been more than a year when I had my first trail run along with my usual running group from takbo.ph in Sta Rosa Laguna. Hmmm, I remember the cardiac hill, the breathtaking view of Laguna mountains, the fresh air that has blown through us, the BJ, and the off-road dirt and rocky pathways which surprised us. It was fun and everybody enjoyed it absolutely thus I haven't had a chance to try it again.

 

I know how boring a road race can be (except for ultramarathon which i really love) and sometimes we are looking for more extreme and exciting race. This is it pancit!

Bikers and runners unite!, get ready to hit the dirt as Men’s Health brings you one of its most highly-anticipated events of the year—the Men’s Health All-Terrain Race. Now on its fifth year, this year’s Men’s Health All-Terrain Race will be held on June 5, 2011, Sunday, 5:00 A.M. at Nuvali, Sta. Rosa, Laguna.  

This morning, I joined my fellow runners and we did the 5K trail test run while the hardcore bikers had their 20K bike ride to test the course. This was followed by a simple breakfast and media conference. 

with coach mar

donna, me and mar

There were some points raised.

• - Transportation to bring the participants to Nuvali, Sta Rosa Laguna to be confirmed.
• - 2.5 hours cut-off time for 16K trail run. Runner beyond the cut off time will be pulled out and sweep.
  
• - Water stations will be provided but runners are encourage to bring their own hydration pack.
• - Finishers medal for 16K Trail run and 40K bike ride.

Participants may choose to run the 5-kilometer, 10-kilometer or 16-kilometer trail courses, or ride their bikes on the 20-kilometer or the 40-kilometer route. For those who are up for a challenge, the Run and Bike option will have participants doing the 10-k run and the 20-k bike.  

the race shirt and bib

Registration is ongoing at ROX Bonifacio High Street, 360 Fitness Club, all Sabak Bike Centers, all All-Terra Cyclery Bike Shops and at the Summit Media Office at the 7^th Floor of Robinsons Cybergate Tower 3, Pioneer St., Mandaluyong City.  But starting May 25, registration will be available only at ROX, Summit Media Office and all Sabak branches. Deadline of registration is on June 1, 2011. Limited slots are available, so register now!

This year’s Men’s Health All-Terrain Race is made possible by our major sponsors Bo Athletics and Emperador Light Brandy, official sports drink Gatorade, official venue partner Nuvali, and official race partner Leadpack. Special thanks to our registration partners ROX, Club 360 Fitness, Sabak Bike Shops and All Terra Cyclery and to media partners Magic 89.9 and Takbo.ph. 

*photos  by donna fuentes

Men's Health Urbanathlon & Festival 2010

URBANATHLON [ur-buhn-ath-luhn] (n) - from the words urban (cities) + (dec)athlon (which is commonly used to combine a multi-disciplinary sports). It is a multi-stage of race that involves running, jumping, crawling, skipping, climbing and having a lot fun being held in the metro.(lolo's definition few minutes ago).

October 11, 1415h. I received a message from a good friend, Argo  that he endorsed me to Georgia of Summit Media to be part of the Men's Health Urbanthlon 2010 Bloggers' night. I was surprised because I have never attempted to write anything about the upcoming race events neither promote my blog. I seldom sync it in my fb account

October 11, 1746h. Got an email to confirm my attendance, nice! free race kit baby. It made me sing, And I say, "Yes, I feel wonderful tonight." - Eric Clapton.

October 13, 1900h. The bloggers' conference dinner was held at Itallani's BHS at The Fort. Great to see my fellow runner friends which I haven't seen for a month. Crossed-over w/ Ms. Donna Fuentes, project manager of the said event, which I learned that she was my high school-mate. Wow, I am mr. popular, aren't I?.

The EVENT

I registered for a 5k race last year but failed to join as I got an emergency call from the office. Heard great reviews from my friends who joined the race. Now, it's time for me to experience it.

men's health urbanathlon 2010

Men's Health Urbanathlon & Festival is an International event of Men's Health Magazine held annually. A city-based multi-disciplinary race for intermediate runners, crossing different obstacles with different intensity along the race course.

The event will be held on November 7, 2010, Sunday, 0500h at the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig with more than 1,000 expected participants.

According to summit media, media relations division, the Men's Health Urbanthlon 2010 added 3 (three) obstacles. These includes the Scaffolding Maze, Balance Beam and Tire Dump. Time penalties will be given to those who will skip the obstacle course.

Moreso, there will be a finishers medal for 10K race category.

Men's Health Philippines will also launch the Men's Health Coach bookazine in the said event.

men's health coach

REGISTRATION

Ready to take the challenge? Register NOW! Registration period is from September 28 - October 26, 2010. Registration fee for the all the race distance / category is Php500.00. Race kit includes the race bib, race shirt and Men's Health magazine. 

the race kit

You may visit the following registration centers:

ROX BHS

Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City

Tel. no. (02) 856-4638

360 Fitness Club

Ortigas Center, Pasig City.

Tel. no. (02) 577-7807

Summit Publishing Office

Robinsons Cybergate Tower 3 Robinsons Pioneer Complex,

Pioneer Street, Mandaluyong City

Trunkline: (02) 451-8888 local 1070/1071

For more information, visit  www.menshealth.com.ph/urbanathlon

See you folks!

*pictures courtesy of summit media