So you’re thinking of running CCLEX?  Ambisyosa ka girl—but in a good way.  Welcome to the club! Running the Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway  is not just a flex. It’s an experience. Long, exhausting, breathtaking (literally and emotionally). But also safe, scenic, and very doable  if you prepare well. Before we get into the chika about running this bridge, here’s a quick background. The Cebu–Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX)  is the longest and tallest bridge in the Philippines ,

The Talisay Central School Track Oval  officially opened on March 26, 2025 , and let me tell you—I have been waiting for this moment for forever ! Nearly a year of anticipation, and it’s finally here. I kept tabs on the construction process through my niece, who goes to school there. From time to time, I’d ask her to send me photos, watching that soccer field transform into the track oval it is today. And now that it’s done? I’m beyond happy! Why Does This Matter So Much? I’v

Kung first-time runner ka or even someone who just enjoys walking or jogging sa dalan, you might not think too much about which direction  you should be running. Pero let me tell you—this one simple mistake can literally save or risk your life. You’ve probably seen runners nga nagdagan tapad sa traffic, pareha sa paglakaw sa pedestrian lane. Looks normal, right? Wrong.  This is one of the biggest mistakes newbie road runners make. You should always run against traffic —meanin

Not the sexiest legs you’ll ever see, but I’m proud to have them. I also have a bunion—the bone sticking out next to my big toe—which makes shoe shopping a headache. Finding footwear that accommodates my wide feet is a struggle. But despite all that, I’m grateful for the legs and feet I have. I wasn’t always this way, though. Growing Up Self-Conscious As a kid, I was painfully aware of my legs. They were a frequent topic of conversation, and not in a good way. "Dako ra kaayo

(The Photos I Never Wanted—Until They Were Gone) Before my husband, Lee, passed away, I hated taking pictures. Back then, the only running I ever did was running out of patience when he tried to snap a photo of me. I was insecure—grabe kaayo—and the fact that I had given birth to three kids? My body had taken a serious beating. Plus, dako jud kog kaon. 🍛 Dako ko ug bilbil. Then when it comes to food, dili ko demure. So every time he lifted his phone to take my picture, I’d g

Training for a 12K race  means my life currently revolves around road runs, strength training, and fighting the urge to eat like a Viking at a fiesta.  I run three times a week  like a responsible human (kunohay), but to keep things exciting—and to avoid feeling like a robot programmed for forward motion—I also do Zumba and weights  around 2-3 times a week . Now, as a very serious  (char) runner, I had an important scientific question: If I set my fitness watch to “Treadmill”

March 23, 2025— Race Day. Also, the day I had a full-blown  existential crisis in the middle of a 6K run. 🫠 You see, today was also my 13th wedding anniversary with Lee – my husband who died in 2022.  I thought I had it together. Lately, I have not had strong bouts of grief. When it used to be so difficult to get up in the morning, in the past months, I was able to mostly do my morning prayer without crying. In my heart, I had more gratitude for still being alive…being able

You know that rare moment when you stumble upon a place that just clicks ? That’s exactly what happened when I found Good Habits Coffee  at SM Seaside . Located on the Upper Ground Floor near Lemon Grass , this café is now officially my go-to spot  when I need to get work done without getting distracted by chismis, loud music, or intense Mobile Legends battles at the next table . Why I Love This Place As a Virtual Assistant , I’m always  on the hunt for a coffee shop that’s q

Running is my therapy, my happy place, my escape from life’s kalat. But last week, my dentist—aka Doc Fun Police —ruined my entire existence. 😩 Okay, fine, drama rana. She was just doing her job. Pero from my perspective? It felt like personal attack  when she pulled out my wisdom tooth and said: "No running for a week." Hala ka, mura kog gikilatan. A WHOLE WEEK?! Ambot lang, Doc, are you trying to make me fail in life?? That’s like telling a tita she can’t chismis over kape