11/05/2025
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Running became a fast-moving trend in the Philippines and rapidly swarmed the streets, roads, and tracks of the country. Each of these runners has different reasons to participate in this cardio exercise. Some found it as a way of activity towards better health, and for others may just be carried by the rapid waves of runners.
It is no longer just a definite activity of having to earn medals and participate competitivelyโwith the rise of running trends and newcomers arriving at the starting line, it becomes a connection that ties differences towards a uniting goal of overall wellness.
So, what exactly are the types of runners that have been gracing the roads today? Letโs have a run-through.
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Like any other hobby, it takes one influence to spark a liking towards the same thing. And whatโs closer to home than to take it from your family? There is no doubt that the fastest way to indulge in family bonding is through proximity.
Imagine running in your subdivision on a random Monday morning, breaking a sweat, and pacing yourself with your loved ones. And eventually, all the exhaustion quickly turns to smiles as you feel the morning breeze of the open rice fields drying up the sweat while having a good conversation with your family about the plans for the upcoming week.
Regardless of where you run, it will always be a good moment to be alongside your family in this healthy journey. The charm of running with your family is that thereโs no need to worry about lagging behind. There will be a little bit of competition sometimes, but it will always run through sweat and blood.
As the saying goes, โThe family that runs together, stays together.โ If one gets tired or has already finished the goal, they will surely follow to win the uncontested race.
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But letโs delve into the newbies. These kinds of runners may have seen other pros do their thing, and ponder, what can I bring to the table?
With the unfamiliarity of exploring something new, these runners may be at a loss for finding the right track or their own support group. They might naturally lag behind among other types of runners in a 5k run, and might be clueless about the rules of the trade.
But the beauty of beginning something is that there are expectations that are yet to be realized, and raw, genuine motivation that ignites their fire to run every day and someday even out the pace with others.
You see, these kinds of runners arenโt necessarily that bad, as long as they do their research and put their safety gears on to qualify for the run.
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But then again, just like with any trend, there are people solely doing it for the clicks and hitting send.
The type of people to start something new is due to the traction it gets and the attention they may get along the way. Click here, click thereโmake sure everyone knows that you joined the trend just over there.
It is always good to influence and encourage the netizens to be on the healthier side of living with running, but some influencers were trying to go beyond limits, as they tend to give running and health advice like pro runners and coaches, leading to some misinformation.
When you learn to run before you can walk, you might overlook some steps that can lead to a downfall. While itโs bad enough that you put yourselves on a tough lane, you might hurt others in the process, pulling them down due to unclear intentions and relentlessness.
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Some, with pure dedication and commitment to their own pace, are running independently.
Now, everyone has seen it, everyone is now well aware. And from inspection, some people now go to immersion, and others, just like their pace, by going at their own paceโthis is where solo runners take an entrance.
Itโs hard to be consistent when you're doing it alone. The amount of discipline needed is much more compared to running accompanied by many people. You have to set your own pace, but at the same time, you also need to know what your goals are.
Also, it might be that they enjoy the solemnity of running alone, which includes sticking to their running philosophy and techniques that even out their pace.
But always remember that once you know your hurdles and learn how to overcome them, the road to your running goals becomes clearer and clearer, and being independent will never bother you again.
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Unlike solo runners who thrive on being at their own pace, these types of runners are obsessed with the idea of setting a new PR or โpersonal recordโ as they step on the track.
These runners are goal-driven and simply won't stand idly by to achieve themโwhether it's a 5K or a 10K run, they wonโt be stopped on their tracks until they set their PR.
Sometimes, they are even willing to spend extra money for shoes, running, watches, and other aspects to improve their whole well being such as a diet plan, and energy gels.
Also, they love to build connections with other runners, as this helps them to achieve their new personal best by garnering enough allies and incorporating proven techniques to shave off that extra second.
They are dedicated to always going to the limits, aiming for more all the time and aiming to hit another PR every time they step on the tracks.
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Their goal is not to be a one-time winner, but to win the race in the long run.
In the middle of trends and joining bandwagons, the heart of running lies with the professional and competitive runnersโathletes who make running more than just an enjoyment and recreational activity.
Before trends, they are the ones who took up running with passion, incorporating this into their daily lives as they compete in marathons, track events, and other running festivities. These kinds of runners have clear intentions toward running; it's to train and further hone their skills through the field experience they get from running.
Knowing what the right tempo, diet, and science are to become the best among the bestโthat is what sets them apart from other runners. Their knowledge, experience, and credentials make them the real deal, and they wonโt simply be outrun by other types of runners who run in the field.
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Words by Chelsea Lea Delos Santos and Christian Joseph Santos
Artworks by Krista Nina Mercader
Design by Rogel Jean Gerald Vitangcol
