Surprises. The upcoming Great Lapu-Lapu Run has plenty of it. Running Marshals to ensure runners safety and concerns, Pacers to help newbie runners achieve their goal finish time and Registration date extension for those who are still unable to register.
Running Marshals. They are marshals who run the route together with the other participants. They make sure no runner is left unattended in case of emergencies or untoward events.
Pacers. They are participants who are set to run at a specific pace to finish at a predetermined time. The Great Lapu-Lapu Run announced recently that they will be providing pacers for this Sunday's 21K race. These runners will be identified by balloons tied to their singlets with a corresponding FINISH TIME.
Set to finish at 2:00-2:15 is Kenneth Casquejo of RUN CHECK. He will be running at pace of 5:40 - 6:20/KM. He is a member of the Cebu Executive Runners Club and has finished many full marathons since he started running. He runs frequently with his wife Dr. E. Casquejo, Obstetrician, along the early Cebu City streets.
Our second Pacer is James Michael Go. He is set to cross the finish line at 2:16-2:30. James experienced his first full marathon last January during the Cebu City Marathon but has been a runner for 3 years. He is one of three founding members of CVGH Runners and trains constantly with friends, relatives and myself. A practicing nurse at CVGH, he juggles duty hours, gym and running almost everyday. He will be running at a pace of 6:25 - 7:05/KM to cross the finish line at the set time.
Registration for the GLLR has been extended due requests from out of town participants. 21K and 10K registrants have only up to April 15 to register since names have to be logged in for the RFID timing chips. 3K and 5K runners are given up to Saturday to register as a "NO BANDITS" rule will be implemented. Bandits will be advised to defer from the route and some will be taken pictures and posted at the website. Registration still ongoing at announced locations.
Race packets will be distributed starting tomorrow and the final race route announced. The route was checked twice and is accurate by the meter. Don't forget to carbo load 2-3 days before the race and drink lots of water. As much as possible, rest your legs a day prior to the race.
See you on the Road!!!
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