Runner's World comes to the Philippines

MANILA, Philippines - Running is not just a hobby for many people — it’s a lifestyle. More attitude than action, running is about being alive and well. As more and more Filipinos get into the habit of running, Summit Media brings to the Philippines the leading voice in the running worldwide — Runner’s World.

Runner’s World is a lifestyle magazine that will inform, advise, and motivate runners of all ages and abilities. It appeals not just to runners, but also to those who may just be thinking about taking up the sport.

Published by Rodale International, Runner’s World is the world’s leading running magazine and has 16 international editions worldwide, with the Philippine edition being the very first in Asia. It aims to help runners achieve their personal health, fitness and performance goals by inspiring them with helpful articles, encouraging stories, and practical tips on running.

Editor in chief Marie Calica says, “We’re packing every issue with up-to-the-minute information on training, injury-prevention, nutrition, and inspiration to help you find your way through this exciting sport.”

The premiere issue features four-week training programs for every runner — beginners can find out how to run their first 5k, while those who are already into running can learn how to stay in shape and run their best 10k. Find out also how you can run farther than ever without getting hurt and discover new solutions to the common arch problem that runners encounter.

Featuring running coach Rio dela Cruz on the cover, the first issue of Runner’s World is available exclusively with every copy of Men’s Health and Women’s Health this April.

Summit Media is the largest magazine publishing company in the Philippines, with 21 titles under its belt to cater to individuals with different lifestyles, attitudes, and passions: Candy, Cosmopolitan, Disney’s Princess, Entrepreneur, FHM, Good Housekeeping, Martha Stewart Weddings, Men’s Health, K-Zone, OK!, Playhouse Disney, Preview, Real Living, Smart Parenting, Top Gear, Total Girl, Town & Country, Women’s Health, YES!, Yummy, and now, Runner’s World.

Summit Media, for the fourth year in a row, topped the nationwide TNS-Trends Newsstand Survey conducted in 2009. Summit Media titles led in all their respective categories, making Summit Media the leading consumer magazine publisher in the Philippines not just in terms of number of titles and advertising sales, but in circulation per category as well. By creating magazines that are relevant, affordable, and of world-class standards, Summit Media has changed the way Filipinos read.