DBB Uphill Challenge (Mt. Sembrano Mountain Run 2015)
located at Pililia Rizal is my first trail race for the year 2015. I had planned on running the 30km event but having just ran the Guam Marathon last weekend, my legs haven’t quite fully recovered yet. So I settled for the 15km event instead.
When they said it would be an “UPHILL CHALLENGE", they weren’t kidding around . The first 5kms alone was pure torture feeling the burn on my back and thighs. I was literally down on my hands and knees walking and crawling while making my way to the summit of Mt. Sembrano. Luckily I even found a wooden pole to help me climb up.
Once there, I was greeted with a magnificent view where one can almost see the entire Laguna de Bay. The air was crisp, a bit chilly and the wind unbelievably strong ( hence the windmills in the area ). I had to be extra careful for fear that I would get push over the cliff. Even if it was a race, sometimes you just can't help but stop for awhile and take it all in --- raw nature at it's best. It was AWESOME! Often I would find myself shouting with happiness; feeling like a child again as I crisscrossed on the grassy path.
Once there, I was greeted with a magnificent view where one can almost see the entire Laguna de Bay. The air was crisp, a bit chilly and the wind unbelievably strong ( hence the windmills in the area ). I had to be extra careful for fear that I would get push over the cliff. Even if it was a race, sometimes you just can't help but stop for awhile and take it all in --- raw nature at it's best. It was AWESOME! Often I would find myself shouting with happiness; feeling like a child again as I crisscrossed on the grassy path.
The run back to the finish was a bit taxing on the legs because of the steep grade and loose rocks. I still finished feeling quite refreshed and exhilarated despite my sore legs. It feels great to run in the "boondoks" again and even better to race in it. Mt. Sembrano was a wonderful and unforgettable experience altogether.
My congratulations to the organizers.
My congratulations to the organizers.
No Frills No Race bib
but guess what my race number is !
Windmills of Pililia Rizal
Thanks Ronald D. for the pics and also for not showing my Bald spot :-)
Im 3 rd from the right ;-)
Literally on my hands and knees to reach the summit.
Thanks Jerry Peralta for the pics
Thanks Jon B.
Horse on the hill
Malaya Thermal Power Plant
Im signing the waiver of Death. Ha ha
The oldies
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Trail Runner Fanatics - Thumbie R.
Jerry P. And Raffy G.
Good friend May Santos
