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I've known SunPIOLOgy for ten years now and I must say that it has brought so many Filipinos into improving their lifetstyle. From the beginning, many lives were influenced and motivated that no matter how busy we are, we can still incorporate healthy living through many ways, and one is to engage ourselves to exercise or perhaps join one sport that's fit to our lifestyle. A good model is Piolo Pascual, long-time ambassador of Sun Life Philippines. We know that being committed to showbiz is challenging, and I admire him for being so positive in life and dedicated to health and wellness campaign, that no matter how busy a person is, we must give time to ourselves for a healthier and happier life. Sun Life Philippines on its 11th year join hands with Piolo Pascual for SunPIOLOgy, a sporting event that carries the theme "SunPIOLOgy Xone" to encourage more Filipinos to live healthier lives. This year, the event will highlight 3 events – Sun Life Virtual R...

I know that everyone's excited for the 30th SEA Games especially that it will be held in the Philippines. It's a great honor for Filipinos and sports enthusiasts. What's more exciting is the announcement of SKYWORTH Philippines as the Official Television Partner. A Front-row Seat to the SEA Games with SKYWORTH  There's something about sport that brings people together, and leading global television brand SKYWORTH is gearing up to bring the very best moments of the 2019 Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) straight to the living rooms of Filipinos. A pioneer in big-screen Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT), SKYWORTH was recently named the Official Television Partner of the 30th SEA Games in Manila. Filipinos are naturally passionate about sports, something that the TV brand knows all too well. "Just like Filipinos, sport has always been embedded in SKYWORTH's DNA. And we are committed to giving Filipinos the best viewing experiences, we wan...

Honestly, this is the first time I've heard about vertical run and I'm grateful that I was there during the launch of Citi Vertical Run 2019 at Kerry Sports Manila, last August 22. Not only did I discover the upcoming run, I'm lucky to have tried it myself! Conquer the 4th at the Citi Vertical Run 2019 with Kerry Sports Manila is happening on September 22 at Shangri-La the Fort, Manila, one of the tallest buildings in the metro fairing at 229.3 meters. "We are proud to be the home of Manila Vertical Runis Kerry Sports Manila. Every year, runners from all over the world gather to this massive event to test their fitness and finish strong. We've had a solid run for four years and every year it keeps getting better and better. We look forward to partnering with Citi to make this event a huge success" said John Rice, General Manager of Shangri-La at the Fort, Manila and Arca Vice President for Philippine Properties.  "Citi is delighted to s...

When I was in grade school, I never knew how to swim and just pretended that I can and learned by myself during our field trip, which I know is not enough to just learn how to float and stay in place. So, in high school I had a formal swim lesson and sad to say it was not enough for just one summer class, 'cause when I entered college I tried out for the competition and didn't get to join the actual event due to lack of confidence and training. Now that I'm a mom I really want my children to learn how to swim not to compete, but for healthy lifestyle and because Filipinos love to go on outing, it's very important for them to know how to swim and be confident on their own. In the future, if they want to pursue the sports, I will support them 100 percent! I am so grateful that we had a chance to be part of the moms and kids "Learn How to Swim" in Bert Lozada's Swim School which took place at the Ace Water Spa in Pasig City last June 13, 2019. I ...

Allianz Philippines once again partnered with Conquer Challenge Philippines on its second year to hold the Allianz OCR Sunday, that includes two prestigious obstacle course races (OCR) — Conquer Challenge and Ninja OCR, that will be held on March 31, 2019 in Filinvest, Alabang. I've seen these obstacle races on television and have never seen or tried it before. So, when I was given the opportunity I didn't hesitate to gave it a try at Pretty Huge Obstacles — Asia's Largest Indoor Obstacle Course Facility in Taguig City. "As a company that uses sports to connect with communities and people, Allianz Philippines has chosen to be associated with OCR. We saw how the spirit of the sport is strongly aligned and consistent with our brand belief," said Gae Martinez, chief marketing officer, Allianz PNB Life. "As in OCR and in life, there are obstacles that you need to overcome before you reach your destination. Both follow a journey of trials, f...

Bike, Run + Play, Give Back to Live Higher Lives Many of us especially the sports, health and fitness buffs have grown with SunPIOLOgy and never noticed that this sporting event from Sun Life Philippines and its ambassador Piolo Pascual is turning a decade, which started from art auctions to obstacle courses. On its 10th year, a TR10 of events will thrill its fans to raise funds for education, diabetes awareness, and help more Filipinos live healthier lives.  Labeled as "PHYSIOLOGY TR10", there are three ways to be parts of this milestone: SUN CYCLE PH - November 17, 2018 at  Bonifacio Global City SUN LIFE RESOLUTION RUN - January 26, 2019 at Camp Aguinaldo SUN vs STARS with Star Magic - January 26, 2019 at Camp Aguinaldo "Wellness has been one of our key initiatives for the past years. Now, we are strengthening our message by inspiring more people to 'live healthier lives'. With our line of new-generation Health and Accident pro...

MILO Philippines launched year two Road to Barcelona last September 5, 2018 at the MILO Stadium of Kidzania, the brand's values-driven program in partnership with globally-renowned football club, FC Barcelona (FCB). MILO and FCB will hold this year's local invitational camp in football hotbed, Cebu City on September 8-9 at the Cebu City Sports Center. Over 160 girls and boys ages 10 to 12 from different parts of the Philippines will engage in the world-class football camp for a chance to be part of the life-changing champion experience in Spain, Barcelona, the home of FC Barcelona. MILO and FCB believe in the shared HEART values (humility, effort, ambition, respect, and teamwork), provided with a healthy and active lifestyle that are essential in every child's overall development. Its partnership aspires to bring world-class opportunities to nourish ambitions and build a nation of champions through sports. Character and talent are the components that will be affi...

Ms. Gae Martinez, Chief Marketing Officer; Ms. Bernadette Pantojo, Allianz Vice President for Bancassurance Distribution Partner Head - HSBC; Juan Miguel Basmayor,; Ivy Tapiz; Catherine Angelica  Bradborn; Mr. Rei Abrazaldo, Branding Communications and Digital Director; Mr. Kevin Goco, Futsal Head, PFF. Allianz Junior Football Camp (AJFC) Global Edition celebrated its 10th  year last August 27 to 31, 2018 at Munich, Germany which comprised of kids ages 14 to 16 years old. there were 56 kids from Allianz entities coming from  Argentina, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, and other countries. Our Philippine representatives Juan Miguel Basmayor and Catherine Angelica Bradborn nailed silver and bronze medals at a tournament held at  Säbener Straße on the last day of the five-day camp. "The kids at the camp were very competitive. They all played to make their country proud. B...

Herbalife Nutrition, a global premier nutrition company, has renewed its commitment to providing premium sports nutrition for elite athletes through its partnership with the Philippine Volcanoes. "The Philippine Volcanoes is a team of committed achievers that has brought recognition to the country via its victories in international campaigns and tournaments. We are thrilled to be their nutrition partner to help improve and sustain their performance in sports through our nutrition products and expertise," said Rosalio T. Valenzuela, general manager, Herbalife Nutrition Philippines. "We are both proud and excited eith its renewal of commitment with Herbalife Nutrition. As athletes, we understand and share the company's purpose in sharing good nutrition – we have specific nutritional requirements ourselves. and with Herbalofe Nutrition supporting us in this way, we are positive regarding achieving more for our team and country," shared Jake Letts, fo...

Manila, Philippines – Preparations for the 10th ASEAN Para Games that will be hosted by the Philipines in January 2020 went full swing last June 8, 2018 at Shangri-la Hotel the Fort with the meeting of the ASEAN Para Sports Federation (APSF) that was attended by Heads of National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) from the 11 member countries of Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Myanmar, Brunei, Laos, Cambodia, Timor Leste and the Philippines. Andrew Parsons, current president of the International Paralympic Committee, gives a big boost to the event as his Manila visit coincides with the conduct of the federation meeting. Parsons is here to help promote the Philippine paralympic movement, which embraces the IPC vision to enable para athletes to achieve sporting excellence, and inspire and excite the world. At the top of the agenda is iddentification of the sports to be played in the 10th ASEAN Para Games (APG) that will be held in January 2020, aft...

Manila, Philippines – Running event has been very popular nowadays not just for sports fans, but also for every family young and not so young whose goal is to get fit and healthy. Whether you go for a run or walk, it's an achievement to reach the finish line that makes us proud and happy. Last June 8, the leading beverage brand MILO officially launched the 42nd National MILO Marathon — the biggest and longest running footrace with the ongoing theme, "Magsama-sama, Tumakbo, Matuto" that strengthens the leagacy of the National MILO Marathon in upholding a values-driven race experience for runners throughout the season. Its aim is to be more than just a running event as it continues to highlight the character-forming lessons that can be learned from the race.  (From left to right) Lester Castillo, MILO Sports Executive; Robbie De Vera, Consumer Marketing Manager, Nestle Philippines;Coaches Jim Saret and Toni Saret; Dr. Philip Juico, President-PATAFA, Meg Panopio...