36th MILO Marathon National Finals UPDATE

Hello All! Here is an announcement from RunRio, Inc. in relation to the upcoming 36th MILO Marathon National Finals.

Hello Runners!

The IN-STORE Registration for the 36th MILO Marathon National Finals is now OFFICIALLY CLOSED. Thank you for your unending support to the MILO Marathon races.

As we go forward to bringing you our final event for this year, we would like to give the Marathon qualifiers these final reminders:

1. The 36th MILO Marathon National Finals Carbo-Loading Party for 42km participants/qualifiers is scheduled on Thursday, December 6 at the SM Mall of Asia Activity Center. Registration starts at 5PM.
2. 42km race kits distribution will also be done during the Carbo-Loading Party.
3. All qualifiers of the 42km-finals race are welcome to attend this event.
4. Local/Filipino qualifiers who were unable to pre-register or call to advise their interest to participate, please be there at the event and bring along with you a valid proof of Identification.
5. For foreigners, you will be asked to present the following items: your proof of identification and any of the following proof of AIMS accredited race participation:

• your picture during the event, if any
• your race number, if any
• your race certificate

36th MILO Marathon National Finals – REGISTRATION UPDATE

Here are the updates on available registration slots for the 36th MILO Marathon National Finals which will be on December 9, 2012 at the SM Mall of Asia:

Those who are intending to sign-up for the 5km race, you still have the 9PM today to make it to the registration centers. Good luck!

36th MILO Marathon – NATIONAL FINALS

36TH NATIONAL MILO MARATHON 2012
FINALS Race: December 9, 2012
SM Mall of Asia
3k Kiddie Run/5k Fun Run (Students)/5k Fun Run (Adults)
10k Run/21k /42.195k Finals Race

I. REGISTRATION INFORMATION

1. On-line Registration:
October 22, 2012 
http://www.milo.com.ph

2. In-Store Registration:
Regular Registration: October 29, 2012

Registration Centers:

RIOVANA
• BGC, 9th Ave corner 28th Street, Bonifacio Global City – Mon to Sun, 12PM to 9PM
• KATIPUNAN, 3rd Floor Regis Center, Katipunan, QC (infront of Ateneo de Manila University) – Mon to Sun, 10AM to 8PM

TOBY’s
• SM Mall of Asia, G/F Entertainment Hall, Roxas Blvd., Manila – Mon to Sun, 12PM to 8PM
• SM The Block, North EDSA – Mon to Sun, 12PM to 8PM

3. Race Fees and Inclusions:

*42km National Finals qualifiers are entitled to the following:

• Free registration fee
• Free running singlets
• Free ticket to the carbo-loading party

*Race entry fee should be accompanied by one empty Milo 220g pack
*Students should present a valid ID in order to avail of the Php50 registration fee
*P 10.00 from the registration fee will be donated to the “HELP GIVE A CHILD A PAIR OF SHOES” advocacy.

4.  42km Qualifiers’ Registration Process:

• Foreign runners will have 2 ways to qualify for the National Finals 
  • Foreign runners with working visa
  • Overseas runners must provide proof of finish in any AIMS/IAAF accredited races dating back at least one (1) year before race day.
• Overseas runners must submit and present their documents (working visa or proof of finish) via any of the following means:
  • send via email scanned copies of the documents online to feedback@runrio.com
  • submit documents personally to any RunRio staff at Riovana BGC
• RunRio registration team will verify and validate the documents submitted
• After 2 working days, registration team will contact them to confirm their participation on the National Finals
• Overseas runners can claim their race kits during Carbo Loading Party on Dec 6 at Music Hall, SM MOA

5. Valid AIMS/IAAF Proof of Finish documents:

Overseas runners must submit a print-out of race results with website indicated at the back AND ANY OF THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS:

• Picture of the runner with race number during event day
• Race/Bib number of the race he/she joined
• Race certificate

II. RACE INFORMATION

1. Race Start Times :

3km – 5:30AM
5km – 5:30AM
10km – 5:00AM
21km – 4:30AM
42km – 3:00AM

2. Cut-off Times:
Each race category has an official cut-off time

3. Time Limits:

Runners failing to reach these specific distances within the times specified must stop running and board the official vehicle. They are automatically disqualified and will be taken directly to the finish venue.

4. Runner’s Entitlement:

*Full RACE RESULTS will be posted at Official MILO website two (2) days after the race. 

5. PRIZES:

6. Route Map:

7. Runner’s Handbook:

Download the official 36th National MILO Marathon 2012 Runner’s Handbook to check on other pertinent race information.

36th National MILO Marathon Finals REGISTRATION SCHEDULE

A MESSAGE FROM RUNRIO, INC.:

Dear Runners,

The 36th MILO Marathon National Finals is almost within reach!

In behalf of MILO Philippines, we would like to formally announce the following 36th MILO Marathon National Finals Registration Schedule:

1. On-Line : Monday, October 22, 2012
2. In-Store (4 stores): Monday, October 29, 2012

It will be worthy to note that slots for the 42km race category will only be available to those who qualified via the 36th MILO Marathon Elimination Legs and that the slots for the lower distance categories: 5km, 10km and 21km are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Save the dates and register early to assure you get a slot to your preferred race category!

We look forward to seeing you on December 9 as we bring to you the exciting culmination of this year’s edition of the most prestigous Marathon race in the Philippines, the 36th National MILO Marathon!

Takbo na, kaya mo yan!

RunRio, Inc.

36th National MILO Marathon – BACOLOD Leg Achieved!

About 10,300 runners, sports enthusiasts, and spectators braved the rain to witness the Bacolod qualifiers of the premiere running event of the country, the 36th National MILO Marathon

The premiere running event in the country gathered the Visayas region’s athletes, running enthusiasts, and spectators once again at the 36th National MILO Marathon Bacolod Eliminations Leg, held October 14, 2012. 21-K track victors of the Bacolod eliminations leg, Eric Panique and Stephanie Cadosale, will join winners and marathon veterans from previous qualifiers at the 36th MILO Marathon National Finals on December 9.

MILO aims to build foundations to strengthen the Filipino sports community and instill core values in athletes, sports enthusiasts, and spectators alike, which will allow them to succeed in all their endeavors.

Not even the unfavorable weather conditions kept runners from racing to the finish at the 36th National MILO Marathon Bacolod eliminations leg Sunday

PRESS RELEASE:

Panique, Cadosale race against the weather to rule 36^th MILO Marathon Bacolod Elims

Bacolod City, October 14, 2012 – Eric Panique and Stephanie Cadosale dominated the 21-k track despite unfavorable weather conditions at the Bacolod qualifying leg of the 36th MILO Marathon Sunday. About 10,300 runners and sports enthusiasts braved wind and rain to take on the premiere running event of the country.

Both Panique and Cadosale displayed determination and stamina throughout the difficult weather and earned themselves the top ranks in their respective divisions. Panique stopped the clock meters ahead of Maclin Sadia and Rommel Hulleza, who finished in second and in third place, respectively.

Expressing excitement over the upcoming National Finals, Panique revealed his intent to top his current best of 2:27 in the full marathon category. His victory in the Great Lapu-lapu Run in 2010 served as his ticket to the 2011 Standard Chartered Hong Kong Race, where he achieved his fastest time but finished in16th place.

“I believe it’s time for me to break my career record again. I am looking to match or even surpass the pace of other veteran runners in the National Finals,” said the 26 year-old Ilonggo Philippine team marathoner. “The race requires more than just adequate training and mental preparedness. It requires motivation. This is why athletes need to be reminded why and for whom they are running. In my case, I run for family and for good health. This is inspiration enough to keep me going.”

Completing the top 3 cast in the distaff side behind Cadosale are Mereeis Ramirez of MDRC-Dumaguete and Iresh Belleza.Eighteen year-old Cadosale will be running her first 42-k track in December with other women’s division elite runners.

“I may enter the National Finals full marathon as a newcomer, but I am definitely up for the task. To be able to run alongside the women I admire the most in the sport is both an honor and a privilege I look forward to,” said the Escalante City, Negros Occidental native. “I have been running since I was in sixth grade. Fortunately, my passion for running has been able to contribute greatly to my education. I am now pursuing a college degree that would allow me to do what I love the most – to share my passion for running and fitness with aspiring young athletes like myself.”

In the special school awards category, CHMSC Fortune Towne bagged the Biggest Delegation award with a total of 516 participants. Meanwhile, CHMSC-ALIJIS wrapped the Fastest Delegation award.

Joining Panique and Cadosale in the National Finals are last week’s Cebu City winners Junel Languido, who posted one of the best records in the 21-K eliminations race, and veteran runner Mary Joy Tabal. They will join other regional winners in an effort to give two-time MILO Marathon King and event record holder Eduardo Buenavista a tougher opposition in the Grand Finale.

After the Bacolod leg, the qualifying race will shift to Iloilo City for the last Visayas swing on October 28. The Mindanao leg will commence in General Santos on November 4, Davao City on November 11, Butuan City on November 18 and Cagayan de Oro City on November 25. The 36^th MILO Marathon National Finals will be on December 9 at the SM Mall of Asia Grounds in Pasay City.

MILO continues to build a brighter future for the Filipino youth through its advocacy program, ‘Help Give Shoes’, which has reached 20, 200 underprivileged school children nationwide. Five schools in Bacolod City, namely Montevista Elementary School, Ramon Medel Elementary School, Luis Hervias National High School, Bacolod City High School, and Negros Occidental National High School, are among the campaign’s beneficiaries.

MILO aims to build foundations to strengthen the Filipino sports community and instill core values in athletes, sports enthusiasts, and spectators alike, which will allow them to succeed in all their endeavors. “As we draw closer to the finale of this year’s series of quality races, we want to impart with our fellow Filipinos’ our goal of creating a better future not only through sports but also through our Help Give Shoes program,” said Andrew Neri, MILO Sports Executive.

The 36^th MILO Marathon is made possible by Timex, the Bayview Park Hotel Manila, SM Mall of Asia and Reebok, along with partnerships with the Department of Education and the Philippine Olympic Committee. For more information on the race and its advocacy, visit the MILO marathon website or access the MILO Philippines fanpage on Facebook. Follow MILO on Twitter (@MILOPH).