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“There are two kinds of people- those who run and those who should.” -Brooks Running

This is to encourage would-be runners to choose a healthy lifestyle we call “RUNNING”

Following are some answers to my question I posted on Facebook and Twitter:

“Its the one thing that can clear my head.
It helps me get my thoughts in order and after a run when all the
adrenaline is present, I’m in a much better state of mind in where I
can make smarter decisions/reactions. Running is like the gift that
keeps giving. All of the physical benefits should be reason enough!
But on the flip side there are the great people you meet, better sense
of nutrition (you actually start to care because you become aware),
cheap and easy sport to get in to, etc. Health is wealth and if
running is free, i think we’ve got ourselves a great deal!

-Mia Bayuga (DJ, Magic 89.9)

“Sa pagtakbo ko na nilalabas lahat ng galit ko sa mundo.”

-Noelle de Guzman (KikayRunner.com)

“Running is my training when I climb. With running I was able to build my endurance, proper breathing, and strength which I used to climb the toughest and highest mountains in the Philippines, Mt. Guiting-Guiting and Mt. Apo.“

-Alexis Estenor (Teacher / Mountaineer / Triple A Cup Aquathlon Champion, Extra-Lite division)

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“Whole being not just physically but overall- including self direction; career, goal setting, friendship. Not just physique. Emotional and perspective in so many things.“

-Kassy Pajarillo (http://runaholic.wordpress.com/)

“Nakatulong ang pagtakbo ko para maiangat ko ang prinsipyo ko sa buhay na kahit ako ay isang dukha lamang kaya kong maki-pag-kapwa-tao! Datapwat sinasabi ng iba na magastos lang ang pagtakbo doble naman na benipisyong naiidulot nito sa buhay natin at napapalakas nito ang ating kalusugan. Ang pagtakbo rin ay isang seryosong paraan upang maiangat natin ang kalidad ng ating ekonomiya at mag silbing inspirasyon tayo sa mga kabataan na nalululong sa mga masasamang bisyo!“

-Jojo Pauly (Half-Marathon Junkie)

“My mind is more alert…and I’m actually happier!“

-Shing Saracin (Writer)

“Running made me experience the best things in life – the sunrise and the sunset, the fresh (and polluted) air, and a lot more!“

-Deng Perez (http://theflowerrunner.wordpress.com/)

“reduced pounds and better health“

-Estan Cabigas of fitandrun.info (Multi-awarded photographer, Blogger & Traveler)

“Running is my therapy. Hence, it made me a better partner, mother and person.“

-Julie Reyes of www.hotlegsrunner.com (Dancer/Entrepreneur/Mother)

“I feel free inside and out while I’m running. And it gives me hope in many ways.”

-Vangie Britanico (the one with the cap; Mother / Runner)

“Foremost benefit of running to me is that it has kept my hypertension in check. My BP has always been normal coz of running. In addition, it has given me added focus and determination in other aspects like career and personal endeavours.“

-Jan Mike Cruz (http://flatfootrunner.wordpress.com/)

“I lost 20 pounds and gained so many friends.“

-Maan Catolos of www.runnerisms.wordpress.com/ (Ultramarathoner)

“I gained friends, TONS! Made me a happier person, and of course- healthier lifestyle.”

-Aileen Piacos

“Running makes me fit, disciplined, happy and focused in everything I do.“

-Mira Tan

“Running makes me appreciate life more!“

-Banjo Asiddao Jr. (Sexy Runner / Premium Support Group, Founder & CEO)

“It took me to different places. Dropped my weight from 157lbs to 141lbs and gained a lot of friends. I met Madz too.“

-Reinell Tuiza

How about you, how did you benefited from running?

Please share this to your non-running friends. Post it to their Facebook walls so they will be encouraged to run too!