Santé Barley Supports Trilogy Run Asia

Running is such a very active sport in the country and with the recent Trilogy Run Asia 2025, the folks from Santé Barley made sure they get their needed support as part of the brand's call to "Live for More". 

The company wants runners to reap the benefits of the BioGro certified organic barley grass products which hails from New Zealand which is why they held promos, deals, even membership that gets them 50 percent off on products if they become Santé Affiliates. 

The event was launched in Cagayan de Oro, then in Iloilo where folks from different industries participated in the race and challenges. There will be legs to be held in Cebu and Davao next which the company is also going to be a part of with their goal to make sure Filipinos would "Live for More" wherever they are in the country. If you want to know more about the event, make sure to follow their social channels because updates will also be there.

Maxicare MAXIFEST Run on December 15

After getting around 3.1K participants last year Maxicare is doing it again with the goal of helping Kythe Foundation, an institution that helps cancer and chronic illness patients - and hopefully break a Guinness Book of World Records of hugging a soft toy. This is a big event and this year they will bring MAXIFEST to a whole new level. Life has beginning and end but for them, they feel the most important part is how you live your life. So go to runrio.com/race now to register!

They call every Maxicare plan holder a Maxicare champion. They want to see you live your life, acheive your goals, and with this run you would be able to help someone while taking part in a historical Guinness World Record attempt which only a few has been able to tick off their bucket list. This will be in December 15, with three different activities at the 5ECom Harbor Drive MOA in Pasay City. Registration will start on October 18. Maxicare will also have a Veggiefest with over 50 vendors so you can have plant based food in your picnics, have Zumba activities, games and fun with your friends and loved ones. All 4000 runners will also do the simultaneous hugging of plush toys, specifically the MaxiBear which they have as mascot in different events.

Aside from the 3K, 5K and 10K event, they will have a 2K for seniors. Everyone will get a finishers medal, and the cute little cuddly bear which you will use in the activity area for the Hugging World Record Attempt. Guinness World Record representatives will be there to take notes if you will beat the previous record from the US. Runrio will also be organizing the run, so everything will be smooth on December 15 when the run happens.

The Nickelodeon Slime Cup Run 2016

I've been watching Nickelodeon since I was a kid and more than anything else, I've been enjoying how much they actually pour slime on the guests of their show let alone the kid contestants in games. The premise of this event I was supposed to go to was fun as they'll be holding a fun run in the Mall of Asia Concert grounds. Unfortunately, I didn't get to wake up that early for me to be able to rush down south as I live in the QC area. I missed a lot, a lot of fun and slime moments!

My favorite people from the Pineapple under the sea woke up early too and joined in the run. They lead a group of normal people, serious runners, excited kids and even their fur babies to run too!

I wasn't in my full athletic form but judging from the looks of it, even the kids survived the run. They had it in 200 meters, 1K and 3K events.

They had the real deal Pineapple Under the Sea house of Spongebob to serve as registration centers so people could suit up with their race kits and join in. It's the SLIME HUB!

After the fun run, the organizers and Nickelodeon gave away special awards to kids and their companions. It was nice to see they recognized the friendliest ones in the pack. (photo by FPJ of http://manualtolyf.blogspot.com/)

Those cute little dogs remind me of my own, wish mine was alive though. I love activities that choose to let our four legged friends to tag along! (photo by FPJ of http://manualtolyf.blogspot.com/)

Oh and of course, how can we ever forget the SLIME part of the show. Yes, kids, adults, or any age for that manner went through the fun of getting drenched in real SLIME because this is the SLIME RUN! Looks so much fun! (photo by FPJ of http://manualtolyf.blogspot.com/)

They even got the words modified, the finish line became FINISH SLIME! Oh my how I miss the slime games I used to watch on Nickelodeon. Even if it was a rerun on TV, I still enjoyed it!

I am really sad that I didn't get to join in the fun, my apologies to the organizers who invited me but I didn't get to show up. I'm glad to see though that everyone had a really good time not just with the run but with the SLIME they had to go through. They also had facilities for showers  later on just to wash that SLIME off. The Nickelodeon Slime Cup Run 2016 really looks so fun! How I wish I could join in the next one if I get a little thinner and faster, probably enjoy it with someone, perhaps a dog would do.

Thanks to Jeman Villanueva of Orange Magazine TV (orangemagazine.ph) too for furnishing us with lovely photos above. I love Spongebob! Oh my gawwwd!

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The Sofitel Manila Half Marathon 2014

Running enthusiasts, on the starting line!

The last time this happened was in 2008. It's one of the biggest runs in the Philippines that features 5k, 10k and 21k races which gave away prizes and surprises too. This year, on August 17 specifically... they are bringing to you the Sofitel Manila Half Marathon 2014 once again. Proceeds of this event will go to the care of street children of Manila through Virlanie Foundation. It's not just going to be a plain run and will become something that could help the plight of these kids to keep them in school, provide shelter or just overall help them go through life easy. 

One of the leading run organizers in the country Coach Rio Dela Cruz of Runrio says "By organizing the Sofitel Manila Half Marathon, we hope to one day become one of the world's most popular running event attracting both amateur and professional runners from all over the world to compete in Manila.  This marathon is dedicated to the children of Virlanie Foundation with the objective of contributing to a better future for the children of Manila". I've also seen some of the other things Coach Rio did before and a lot of people benefited from it. This is something different because I feel he's really doing it for the kids. Aside from the health benefits of the activity, people would be able to make a difference on the kids lives. That alone is something that could surely change them, to make them better members of the society.

Oh and they're keeping it a little green this time because runners are all advised to bring their own water bottles to be used on refilling stations throughout the race. They will not use paper or plastic cups because we've all seen what happened on races that had that all on the street right?! 

Registration for this race will start on June 27. Just go to Toby’s MOA, Toby’s SM North in The Block and also in Move on 30th Street in BGC. Before you decide on doing this, please checkout www.runrio.com for complete details of the race. Fees are Php 750 for the 5k, Php 850 for the 10k, and PHP 950 for the 21k. Every registered racer will receive the usual race bib, singlet, finisher loot bag and drinks so you won't get dehydrated. For the 21km runners, they will receive their own finishers medal and shirt. Isn't that neat?

The Sofitel Manila Half Marathon is also brought to you by Gatorade, Gold’s Gym, DOCOMO, StarXpo, DOLE, Delsan Office Systems,Canon Fashion Tailoring,10 Inch Lights and sounds, Dowi Hosiery, Delizio Fine Foods, Diversey, MJ Global, M Plus, Timex, Premier water and Nizoral. This also includes their media partners ANC, Business World, Fox International Channels, Manila Bulletin, Philippine Daily Inquirer and Radio High (where you'll probably see this advertised). For more information about the event, you can also check out the event page on Facebook here "The Sofitel Manila Half Marathon" or you can call (02)7031736 or (02)4634814 or email them at feedback@runrio.com.

I'll try and see if I can run on that day, even for fun! :)

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Recycle, Feed, Run at BGC!

I'm sure you guys have already gone out and drank something from a Tetra Pak. That favorite juice, chocolate and sometimes foodstuff probably came in it. Well people have been very vigilant and seeing this to be a little problematic. Who knew that you can actually recycle this... imagine that!

Good thing there's this running event where you can bring 2 (two) empty and clean Tetra Pak cartons that they can recycle, simply fill out the form, pay the fee to sign-up for the running event. If you however bring 5 (five) Tetra Pak cartons you can get a 50 peso discount on the registration. It's that easy!

You can join the 21Km, 10Km, 5Km and 3Km events. Venue will be at Block 32 (at the corner of 28th Street and 9th Avenue) in Bonifacio Global City,Taguig. Registrations for the Tetra Pak RFR (Recycle. Feed. Run) event  is from October 1 – November 16, 2012. Please proceed to Toby’s Robinson’s Ermita, Toby’s Glorietta, Toby’s Trinoma, RUNNR- Alabang Town Center, R.O.X.- BGC, A Runner’s Circle- Roxas Blvd. Manila, SecondWind- Ortigas (for personal registrations) and at www.ayojak.com.ph for online registrations.

It's about time we do something for nature. Who's up for running? =)

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THELMA: Run To Theaters Nationwide on September 7!

Everybody runs. You run away to forget a problem, you run to your family and friends to get help, you run to face it head on. We have different reasons why we run... but here's a story of what a young girl did for her family; and for herself. Watch how she tries to overcome poverty, the hardships at home and eventually achieve her goals in life.

Jayson Abalos 

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End Hunger: Walk The World 2011

Mr. Cyril Gonzales CSR Manager of Philippine Pizza Inc., Mr. Stephen Anderson Country Director and Representative of World Food Programme, Ms. Cecilia Casas Country HR Director for TNT Worldwide Express Philippines Inc., Ms. Bajeng Cruz Senior Brand Manager for KNORR via Unilever Philippines signs footprint papers in support for Walk The World 2011.

Click to play... take time to listen!

I know some of you may think this is just one of those things. No, I don't think this is something to pass out for. Thousands of Filipino kids are suffering from hunger here and in Mindanao. That is one of the most war stricken places in the Philippines; and if you think about the people also displaced and see them; your hearts would probably break at the sight of them. In this day and age I think its not right that there are still a lot of people who suffer from hunger. The United Nations World Food Programme has been battling out this problem for a long time now but they still need our help. Just imagine yourself drinking that coffee you bought for 170 pesos, that can already feed about 17 children. I know you worked hard for it to enjoy what you want to have... but think about it, a warm meal can always get this kid throughout the entire day at school so he can educate himself, get a job and eventually get out of poverty. How can you not find a way to try and help?

The World Food Programme Philippines is going to have this great event called "END HUNGER: WALK THE WORLD 2011" on May 29, 2011. This is our chance to help and make a difference. Strap on those rubber shoes and participate in these events!

2K Walk = P250

5K Run = P500

10K Group Run = P10,000 (Composed of 10 members)

All the proceeds will go to funds that would help alleviate hunger in Mindanao. That bowl of grain and rice you purchase for them can go a long way for these kids who are not even sure to eat 3 times a day. Let's all make sure to participate this time and go to Mall of Asia at 5:00 AM on May 29, 2011 and get your act together. No matter how small our contributions are as long as we help our impoverished brothers and sisters in Mindanao you will surely feel blessed!! I'm going there so I'd like to see you all!

I'll also do my share by informing people at work and you should too. Please think of the kids while your at it! They really need our help!

You can register at these shops!

ROX, Bonifacio High Street, Taguig

BratPack, Robinson’s Place, Manila

BratPack, Greenbelt 5, Makati

Columbia,SM North Edsa, QC

Columbia, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay

Res Toe Run, Robinson’s Galleria, Ortigas

Res Toe Run, Trinoma, QC

The Travel Club, Gateway Mall, Cubao

The Travel Club, Newport Mall- Resorts World, Pasay

The North Face, Building A SM Megamall, Ortigas

The North Face, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay

The North Face, Alabang

Sanuk, The Block, SM North Edsa, QC

TNT, Unilever, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and DSM are major sponsors of this event. TNT has helped in logistics and sending the needed food around the world. Unilever and its brand Knorr also sent needed foodstuff for the less fortunate. Pizza Hut and Taco Bell raised funds from their restaurants and helped a lot in the past few years. It's so nice to see these big corporations doing their share in eradicating hunger. They did their part... how about you?

It's time for you to share... it's time to change someone's life!
Let's get them out of HUNGER and into SCHOOLS!

Sign up now and make a difference!
(Photo taken from blogger's night last Thursday, thanks Flow Galindez for the invites!)