The Dream Marathon 2014

YES! it's going to be my 2nd Full Marathon! But this was not in my Radar of events in running.


Although I heard of it, it was initially planned by my girlfriend to do her Full Marathon debut in The Dream Marathon (TBR).  Jaymie Pizarro and Jim Lafferty are co-founder of this program with training coach Lit Onrubia and  Neville Manaois as race director



Quite idle on work, I got a text message from Kath requesting to register her for "The Dream Marathon". I had no idea that time how the process of registration but since I had 2 hours to research, I just maximized the time of checking the information.

Soon, I reached the run.ph site but registration is not yet activated though it has a countdown. I made sure that i'll be free from task when the time comes.

It was 11:59:30 AM when I noticed that the registration button was enabled. With no time to waste, I immediately clicked the button and fill in all the required information. It was the time my body became nervous just the same when booking a flight for piso fare for several people hoping to get in. 

Registration was quick and easy but a part of me saying that's it?!?

Really thought the registration was complex. So what i did was check the registration again and see if i missed some form/button.

Then i started to get worry about my girlfriend having no one to pace her up throughout the entire race. Not really sure if she needs assistance so i just registered myself but i'm not expecting to get a slot because it was almost 12:30 PM and not sure if the list will fill up that fast.
  
The list of official runners came out and I didn't bother to check it out. However, Kath was well informed because she follow Jaymie's social media account. She checked the site but she found my name first :) hahahaha.. She just found out I registered myself too. She just gave me a tiger look that time then luckily she also found her name too.

The Dream Marathon has 22-week training program with two weekday runs and one long run in the weekend.

Bull Sessions (run clinics) and Bull Circles (running talks) is part of the training.

I and Kath don't have a coach nor a team to guide us. We just run every time we have free days and rely what internet offers us. So we are really excited for the coming days for training days.


We missed the bull session 1 at BGC due to we were too exhausted to get up from work. But we managed run at the village and follow the training hours based on the program.

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Bull Session 2, we were able to see all the dreamers for the first time in running attire. Well, we have seen them during Bull Circles but not ready for action in running.

The groups were divided based on the speed and endurance your body is capable of. They are incorporating RUN/WALK intervals until you reach the amount of time based on the training. The training is not about the distance but it's about the duration of your training. 

It was really quite new to us being a conservative type in training, we just chose the 3:1 group. 3 minutes running/jog and 1 minute walk for recovery.

Few kilometers we were able to catch up with out pacer. Then our bodies becomes weaker as we approach more than halfway of training hours. We were not able to catch up on the group and we were almost left behind.

We didn't finish the last loop and went straight to the 30th Track to get Gatorade and recover. As we are still thinking for tomorrows run for RUN UNITED PHILIPPINE MARATHON.

Little did we know, most of our batch mates will also be joining the series. I am sure, not everyone pushed their limit that day.







The Dream Marathon || Bull Runner

Caramoan 2013 (CAMSUR)

We will be in Caramoan on Feb 24-26 2013.. Will post our reviews on their services.

To Contact them:

• Website: www.caramoanhaven.com
• Facebook: caramoan haven
• Cellphone number: +639192959973 or +639054564070
• Email: grey_valence@yahoo.com

6 rights you have as an airline passenger

http://www.rappler.com/business/17692-rights-you-have-as-an-airline-passenger

FLYING RIGHTS. Airline passengers have rights the government wants local and foreign carriers to observe. Photo by AFP

MANILA, Philippines - The Air Passenger Bill of Rights is out.

As an airline passenger, these are the key things you need to know:

1. Offloaded baggage

If your checked-in baggage were offloaded from the flight you're in due to "operational, safety, or security reasons," the airline has to inform you ASAP, give you a report, and ensure that your offloaded baggage is carried in the next flight with available space.

The airline should deliver the baggage to you within an hour from the time the flight carrying your baggage arrives at your destination. The airline must pay you P2,000 for every 24 hours that your baggage is delayed. A fraction of a day shall be considered as one day.

2. Overbooked flights

An airline is allowed to overbook a flight -- an industry practice of selling more than the seats the aircraft has, based on demand-supply for a specific flight -- as long as the passengers who are bumped off do so voluntarily.

If you volunteer to choose a different flight, the airline will offer you compensation in the form of amenities or cash incentives.

If the number of volunteers is not enough to resolve the overbooking, the airline is mandated to increase the compensation package by adding more services until the required number of volunteers is met.

3. Airline promotions

All airlines have to outline their the limitations and restrictions in both English and Filipino.

When advertising promotions, along with disclosing refund and rebooking policies, baggage allowance policies, government taxes and surcharges, other mandatory fees and charges, the airlines also have to include the number of seats offered.

4. Check-in

If you arrive within the designated check-in area at least one hour before the flight's published time of departure, you will not be considered late and the carrier is obliged to make sure you are checked in within the deadline.

5. Flight cancellation

If your flight is cancelled, you have to be notified beforehand via public announcement or written notice such as through a text message.

If an air carrier cancels the flight because of force majeure, safety or security reasons the passenger shall have the right to be reimbursed for the full value of the fare.

6. Flight delays

In the case of delayed departures, airlines are required to provide free food, drinks, Internet access, phone use and, in extreme circumstances, hotel lodging until the flight departs.

Your flight is considered cancelled if it is delayed at least 6 hours after the original departure time. You have the right to be compensated accordingly. - Rappler.com

Trolling first comment U MAD BRO?

I feel so honored to be the first comment. All of my hard-working dedication paid off. Getting the top comment has been a dream of mine for many years, and I would like to thank all of those would've helped me along the way. First and foremost I would like to thank God for giving me this opportunity. Next I would like to thank my parents. I would like to thank my cat Espresso, for being fat and their for me. I would also like to thank my pet tadpole for surviving against all odds for over a week. Next I would like to thank the squirrel my backyard for climbing trees because that gives me the inspiration I need to get through the day. This is a special moment in my life and I would like to thank any unmentioned friends and family that have helped me along the way. This moment will be a moment I will never forget. I just remembered a few other people I would like to thank; Facebook, the fish I caught in third grade, my light in my room because I wouldn't be able to see the keyboard without it, the Internet for letting me go on Facebook, my house because without it I would be homeless, and last but not least I would like to thank the people that actually took time out of their day to read this. I cannot stress how much of a big deal this is to me. I have been trying to be the first comment on a post for years, but that has not been possible until this amazing day. Hopefully my luck will continue, but this is undoubtedly a rare occasion. If you asked me how I did this, I would say, you can achieve anything if you set your mind to it. To all the kids out there reading this, I would like to tell them to follow their dreams. Being the top comment is amazing, thank you everyone.

Run a Marathon

Do you what to improve your run pace for 21 Kilometers? Here are some tips from the experts 


http://www.pinoyfitness.com/forum/topic/21k-tips-for-non-elite-runners

Different Ways To Increase Adsense Revenue/Income/Profit

1. Niche

The first thing should be taken care of is the niche or say topic on which you are making your blog. It directly affects your Adsense CPC and choosing the right niche is your top priority. There are some niche which earns your comparatively very high CPC. Here is a list I prepared your guidance in decreasing order, high paying at top.

• Domains – Yahoo, Go Daddy pays very high CPC.
• Technology – iPhone, iPod etc.
• Google – Android & other products
• Microsoft – Windows, Office etc.
• Financial & Banking
• Real Estate
• Loans – Home, Vehicle etc.
• Jobs
• Dating & Social

2. Content

Most of the blogs will say ‘Content is the king’, yes the statement is very much right but your content must answer reader’s query. Before writing a article you must research what people are searching and come up with solution.

Engage with your blog readers and write more to keep them reading. Good content can guarantee high Adsense CPC and loved by search engines.

3. Page Rank

Google ranks your website or its pages from 1 to 10. Pages with rank above 4, PR 5 or 6 will give you high paying ads. It directly means more high quality ads will appear on your blog.

This can increase your Adsense CPC from 10 cents to 40-50+ cents. So you must focus on quality improvements of your blog.

4. Reading Platform

People read your blog from various platforms such as desktop PC, laptop, iPad, mobile etc. Reading platform don’t affects CPC much but we must still focus on targeting more readers. Though most of the readers are using desktop PCs or laptops.

Ads shown on mobile devices are of very high quality and can increase your Adsense CPC rate. Just like GizmoKick if your website is running on WordPress you can use WP Touch plugin to make mobile version of your website and Adsense ads on your site will be mobile optimized.

5. Placement

Another major reason affecting your Adsense CPC is the placements of ads on your blog. Where will you be able to meet highest CPC? Do as follows:

• 2 Ads on your blog post – 336 x 280 rectangle below post title & 468 x60 between the blog post.
• 1 on the sidebar – 300 x 250 on the right sidebar.

You can always experiments with ad units placement depending on the type of blog. Hobby bloggers or personal bloggers must focus more on quality content where as professional bloggers can optimize and place as many ads as possible. Mostly you will earn highest Adsense CPC from ad placements inside the blog post.

6. Ad Review Center

Ad Review Center is a Google Adsense section where you can see which group is paying you how much. If any group paying you very less, you may block it. You should block categories which are not related to your blog type. Lets say for a technology blog like Gizmo Kick you can block categories like travel, religion, dating etc. This will for sure boost your Adsense CPC and revenue.

7. Competitive Ad Filter

Competitive Ad Filter is another section in Google Adsense which can block specific or general ads on your blog. We can block them for all domains in our account or for a single domain. So it will boost your CPC by blocking specific ads.

8. Country

Country is a major factor in boosting your Adsense CPC. It varies from one country to another. When we get an ad clicked from USA we get @2-4 while from India it will be like 10-30 cents.

Though English speakers are highest in the world so we must make blog based on English language. It will boost you page rank as well. Must keep in mind the target country of your blog.

9. Ad Formats

To get highest CTR(Click Through Rate) you must use text-based ads. If you try both text & image ads you will get more CPC but image ads are less preferred because they get less CTR and CPC. Still it depends on your niche and blog type so keep experimenting.

10. Keep Experimenting

As I said earlier in this article that you must keep experimenting. It will definitely pay you higher revenues. Read Google Adsense center to learn more latest in Google Adsense trends.

How to Become a Millionaire Before 30

So your ambition in life is to be a millionaire before you turn 30! Fabulous. 

It’s a great ambition. It is not difficult, but it is not that easy either, as you might very well know. There are many routes that people take to become a millionaire – betting on horses, gambling, investing in real estate, winning a lottery, becoming an entrepreneur. Some rely on luck while some work hard for it. Luck is fleeting, rare, but hard work pays, hundred percent. So, how do you become a millionaire? Here’s how:

Earnings from your job

Obviously you need a steady stream of income to build your million. The more money you earn, the quicker the journey to your milestone will be. But that doesn’t mean you can get there on a Government salary. It has to be substantial.

Know your limits

You have to know your limits. You obviously cannot spend more than you make. That’s a financial suicide. If you can’t afford to buy that Sedan, don’t. Buy a hatch. If you can’t afford to eat at fancy restaurants, start cooking at home. If traveling by your vehicle is expensive, switch to public transport. You don’t have to turn into a pauper, just practice smart living. Quit getting magazines you don’t read; get rid of the internet connection if you don’t use it that often. You use it at work anyway. Switch to prepaid connection if you’re on a postpaid mobile plan. Get rid of that credit card so you never get tempted into buying stuff on an impulse. When you shop, shop in bulk. Quit buying the newest gadgets. Basically, live a lifestyle that you can afford.

Save Money

Just making money won’t suffice. You need a savings plan. Don’t leave it for too late. The longer you save the more money you will end up with. Don’t think of saving after you’ve paid all your bills. Set aside a percentage of your salary every week or every month and put that money into a separate account and refrain from getting an ATM card. That way you will think twice before withdrawing money.

Make good investments

Make sound investment decisions. Listen to news, read the papers, talk to knowledgeable people and seek their advice on investments. You can even seek services of an investment agency. Invest in a diversified portfolio and be consistent. Maybe a systematic investment plan or SIP. You can even look at mutual funds, stocks, shares etc. Make sure you have the ability to take risks because you will win some and you will lose some. Buy land or gold or flats if you have that kind of cash. It will appreciate over a period of time and you can sell it off later to make a good profit.

Start your own business

You can turn into an entrepreneur even, investing your money into growing your business. If the idea is good and you’re a good manager, you will be able to make quite a bit of money. Always keep looking at avenues to increase your income.

Your hobby could make you rich

If you have a hobby like stamp collection or comic books collection (in mint condition), antiques or original paintings, or any collector’s items. They could fetch a great amount if you decide to auction them.

Get married

By marrying a working woman, you not only double your salary but also your savings.

Becoming a millionaire is not easy, or else all of us would be one. It is tough. It needs planning and perseverance. If you’re willing to put in hard work over a period of time, you will be rewarded.