running

When Motivation to Run Isn’t Enough: 3 Tips to Get Back on Track

April 12, 2015 by March Nacino 7 Comments

Thinking about starting to run? Again?

Summer is just around the corner.

You realized, the first quarter of the year is over.

That got you pumped up! Your wondering mind is now preoccupied with thoughts of beating the summer heat.

Those beaches…

The white sand gently caressing your tired feet…

The feel of the warm water calming you…

And you visualized taking a selfie with that breathtaking scenery… And your body!

Everything is perfect! Not until you saw yourself in the mirror. And it dawned on you the sad reality…

Those flabby arms are crying for your attention. Oh, and … [Click HERE to continue reading...]

How a Once Fat Guy Fought His Way to Becoming Fit and Fab: An Interview with John Michael Sagcal

March 6, 2015 by March Nacino Leave a Comment

“What defines us is how well we rise after falling.”

I always love reading/hearing stories of people rising from adversities. It doesn’t just remind me of my past struggles and my personal story, but it also fuels that desire in me to live my life well.

John Michael Sagcal’s story is no exception. His story was once featured in pinoyfitness.com.

He used to have a battle against himself and his unhealthy habits.

Weighing about 270 pounds 2 years ago (at such a young age of 22), he has never paid much attention to himself. He remembered having to … [Click HERE to continue reading...]

5 Awesome Similarities Between Running Your Life and Running a Marathon

February 21, 2015 by March Nacino Leave a Comment

“Life is not a race, it’s a marathon.” Sounds cliché, huh?

Several times have I heard this line being uttered by people. Not only by ordinary people but by runners and marathoners alike. I’m not sure if it’s just me, but the more I hear it, the more that it doesn’t reveal its real value, even more so, its real meaning.

As I was doing my usual running routine last night, I thought about it.

It did make sense.

You see, as you get to run a lot, there are a lot of things that come into your mind.

Not … [Click HERE to continue reading...]

3 Things I Learned from My First Ever Run

January 9, 2015 by March Nacino Leave a Comment

I always find joy in joining marathons, especially if it’s for a good cause.

While there are do’s and don’ts in joining marathons, it’s imperative that you know what to prepare and how to prepare for it.

I learned a lot of things when I had my first ever run.

1. Running in the Treadmill is Different from Outdoor Running

I haven’t been maximizing the use of treadmill ever since I started going to the gym. This is the reason why, the moment I registered myself in fun run, I thought of using it for practice.

The gym where I … [Click HERE to continue reading...]

How I Made Running as One of My Passions

January 7, 2015 by March Nacino 2 Comments

I’ve been going to the gym for 2 years now.

Lifting those weights felt so good especially that I got to see my muscles growing. I’m starting to achieve the shape that I’ve always wanted.

Until one day, it brought me to a realization that I haven’t been doing much of the cardio workout.

Don’t get me wrong.

While weight training is a good form of exercise to stay healthy and in a good shape, it’s also important that cardio workouts are being done.

I usually allot cardio workout an hour after doing my usual gym routine. It seemed though, … [Click HERE to continue reading...]

The First Step is Always the Hardest

January 5, 2015 by March Nacino 2 Comments

It was a Friday night, I was in the gym, doing my treadmill, but all of a sudden, my past flashed before my very eyes.

Chubby, big belly, puffing one cigarette after another, after another, after another. No I was not hallucinating. I was seeing one of the gym-goers, big belly, puffing cigarettes non-stop, standing outside the gym, only the glass pane separated us.

I won’t say what gym I go to, for security purposes. 😛

No offense to all the smokers.

That was my last day of training in preparation for the big event. I had to train for … [Click HERE to continue reading...]