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RunFest 2015: In Partnership with Make a Wish Foundation
by Cheryl Villareal on May 18th, 2015
Takbo.ph is one of the leading websites when it comes to updates on running and sporting events. Several years ago, they had their first run… and now 5 years later, they continue to be at the forefront of running! Even upgrading themselves from a simple website to an organizer through their group, LeadPack. I love the runs they organize not just because of how coordinated it is, but because of the people behind it. This year, Takbo.ph celebr...Read More » Tags
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Go Girl! Expo: Bringing out the Healthy and Active Woman in YOU
by Cheryl Villareal on May 18th, 2015
I know a lot of strong and empowering women in the Philippines, not just in the sporting industry but across all walks of life. If you’re reading this article right now, I’m pretty sure you’re a runner or such. However, did you know that the World Health Organization conducted a study back in 2010 that says more women in the Philippines are considered inactive? The study shares that whether in occupational, non-occupational, or leisure-rela...Read More » Tags
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Filed under: Health and Fitness, Results and Experiences
Nike All Women’s 10k Run: Over 8,000 Women Conquer Alabang
by Cheryl Villareal on May 15th, 2015
The usual unisex runs have about 3,000 – 15,000 runners, so when I was told that over 8,000 women participated in the recently concluded Nike All Women’s 10k Run… my jaw dropped! What?! More than 8,000 runners participated?!…and these were all women?! WOW!! Just wow! I didn’t realize how many women were slowly getting into running and how women are definitely taking over. It makes me feel proud that more and more women are looking at a...Read More » Tags
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Li-Ning Manila Run 2015–With Over 8 Singlet Designs to Choose From!
by Cheryl Villareal on May 12th, 2015
Many of us know the brand Li-Ning for their basketball and badminton shoes, but did you know they also carried running shoes and apparel? Li-Ning is a fast-growing global sports brand which has a strong presence around the world. Founded in 1990, the company has signed up important sports superstars like Ngoni Makusha (athletics), Marin Cilic (tennis), Chen Long (badminton), and Evan Turner and Dwyane Wade (basketball) into its fold. The brand...Read More » Tags
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Filed under: Featured, Fun Runs and Marathons, Health and Fitness, Run for a Cause
World Vision Run 2015: The Difference is Love
by Cheryl Villareal on Apr 29th, 2015
“For 58 years in the Philippines, international child-focused organization, World Vision, has taken huge strides to ensure that Filipino children enjoy the fullness of life thy deserve. These efforts gave birth to what is now the most-anticipated running event of the World Vision supporters and partners, the World Vision Run.” The idea first started back in 2011 when a few members from World Vision decided to put up a fun run for a cause i...Read More » Tags
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Filed under: Featured, Fun in Manila, Lifestyle and Events
1000 Ft. Slip and Slide has Invaded Subic! FILINVEST next!
by Cheryl Villareal on Apr 29th, 2015
PRESS RELEASE April 24, 2015, Subic, Zambales— Nothing says summer more than sun, shades, water guns, and a giant slip and slide! Last April 18, 2015, three thousand five hundred people signed up to be a part of Slidefest Philippines, the first family-friendly, adrenalin-pumping, GIANT slip and slide event in the country. The event featured a one thousand foot slip and slide, music, refreshments, and the laughter of people racing down the wet ...Read More » Tags
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Filed under: Featured, Fun Runs and Marathons, Health and Fitness, Night Run
Color Manila Nite: Blacklight Run this May 16
by Cheryl Villareal on Apr 28th, 2015
Wow! I still have a hangover from the recently concluded Watson’s Color Manila Challenge and here they go again with a new color run to keep our blood pumping, our heart’s racing and our skin ever so colorful! Well, to keep things new and exciting, Color Manila brings you Color Manila Nite: BLACKLIGHT Edition! With a common dedication to product quality and customer satisfaction, Color Manila has teamed up this time with Brother Philippine...Read More » Tags
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PDIC Takbo 2: Run for the Victims of Yolanda
by Cheryl Villareal on Apr 26th, 2015
It’s been over a year since Typhoon Haiyan/ Yolanda struck the Philippines, leaving several homeless, jobless or worse. Though the rest of the country seems to have already moved on, those that were directly in the typhoon’s path still continue to struggle to make ends meet. This is where PDIC comes in. The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) is a government instrumentality created in 1963 by virtue of Republic Act 3591 to in...Read More » Tags
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Filed under: Health and Fitness, Results and Experiences
Sun Warriors at the Watson’s Color Manila Challenge: Adding Color and Life to the Typical Obstacle Course
by Cheryl Villareal on Apr 25th, 2015
Last Sunday, April 19, Color Manila had a 2nd Color Manila Run for the year 2015. However, instead of just doing it the way they usually do, a unique partnership with Watson’s challenged runners to take it up a notch.More than just the usual color runs, Color Manila changed our notion of obstacle courses by making sure it was fun and colorful! This summer, Watsons makes the season even more exciting with its partnership with Color Manila. The W...Read More » Tags
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From Ice Vendor to Renowned Triathlete: Meet August Benedicto
by Cheryl Villareal on Apr 21st, 2015
Coming from a low income family, August had to work hard to be able to support his daily needs. He starts selling ice from the moment he wakes up; after which he would go to school to make sure he has a brighter tomorrow. Most people would say how this lifestyle would keep them too busy to run, not for August. August would make sure to wake up earlier to be able to squeeze in a short run at midnight. He eventually joined a 21k run and won!...Read More » Tags
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