How does one outline their greatest life? For a lot of, it means doing the issues they love freely with a wholesome physique and thoughts. Others might say it’s fulfilling their private and profession targets, whereas some might relate it to their potential to offer again to their household and neighborhood.
No matter your definition, one factor is for certain: your journey to your greatest life begins with embracing a wholesome and lively way of life. Southstar Drug and Maxicare, champions of well being and wellness, present a place to begin for this by Run for Wellness. This occasion goals to empower Filipinos to develop more healthy habits by operating.
This 12 months’s Run for Wellness is one-of-a-kind because it goals to honor the nationwide athletes of the nation by supporting their journey to win gold in upcoming competitions. It additionally seeks to share the tales of their ardour and dedication to bringing delight to the Philippines. By doing so, the occasion encourages members to grow to be champions and help others in turning into champions.
Well being is energy
Competing on the worldwide stage and bearing our nation’s flag is not any simple job—it requires years and years of laborious work, persistence, and dedication to achieve the top of success of their respective sport. For Levi Jung-Ruivivar, prioritizing her well being and well-being is an enormous consider turning into the champion athlete she is at present.
“As an elite gymnast, I attempt to do all the things doable to get a aggressive edge over different athletes. To try this, I spent loads of time going to bodily remedy, physician’s appointments, and caring for my vitamin and psychological well being,” she mentioned. “I actually be certain to maintain my physique and do numerous restoration, deal with my sleep, and get the suitable meals in my system. These assist me carry out to the best possible that I can.”
“Staying wholesome is essential particularly for us younger athletes. As we vie for a spot within the Olympics and medals in worldwide video games, we put a lot significance on our well being, so we might be at our best every time we compete,” mentioned weightlifter Vanessa Sarno.
Rise as champions
An athlete’s journey is full of numerous ups and downs, however they proceed to endure to grow to be champions who can proudly characterize the Philippines. Champions are available in all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds—they’re all inside us! We simply should unlock them for ourselves.
Joanie Delgaco, who made historical past after turning into the primary Filipina rower to qualify for the Olympics, mentioned step one to turning into a champion is showcasing what you’re good at.
“Don’t be afraid to point out individuals what you are able to do. This doesn’t solely apply to athletes. You are able to do this even at your office. And, in fact, all the time observe self-discipline,” she added.
Jung-Ruivivar additionally emphasised the significance of setting targets for your self and loving what you do: “Non-athletes can unlock their internal champion by establishing targets for themselves and setting apart schedules to assist facilitate reaching these targets. You need to be doing belongings you love and revel in, even when tough. It’s additionally good to have a help system that motivates and pushes you to do your greatest.”
Taking over the problem of embracing their wellness and rising as champions had been the 6,624 runners who joined this 12 months within the UP Diliman leg of the Run for Wellness. The annual operating occasion featured 3KM, 5KM, and 10KM distances. It attracted skilled and novice runners who’re effectively on their path in the direction of unlocking their greatest life, which included executives from Southstar Drug, Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc (RRHI), Maxicare, choose VIPs, media, content material creators, and celeb couple Megan Younger and Mikael Daez.
Following this, Southstar Drug and Maxicare will convey the Run for Wellness occasion to Naga Metropolis on September 15, 2024, as they empower wellness advocates and runners within the Bicol area to hitch the motion and rise as champions.
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