Run For Wellness 2025: Unleashing Greatness beyond the finish line

Run for Wellness 2025: Unleashing Greatness beyond the finish line.

Largest runner turnout of the Run For Wellness fun run by Southstar Drug and Maxicare

Running, more than a physical activity, is a pursuit of something greater: a healthier body and mind, a community, a sense of fulfillment or perhaps, overcoming a personal challenge. And in the process, it also provides valuable lessons that can be applied in your everyday life to unleash greatness such as taking better care of your body, recognizing big and small achievements, and going beyond your perceived limits.

This is the central theme of this year’s edition of Run For Wellness, an annual running event organized by Southstar Drug and Maxicare that encourages participants to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle through running.

Run For Wellness 2025 celebrated a vibrant running community across two legs, welcoming beginners, seasoned runners, families, barkadas, running clubs, and fitness enthusiasts. The first leg, held on July 22 at UP Diliman, Quezon City, saw over 9,000 participants, while the second leg held last September 14 in Naga City had 2,713 participants joining the 3K, 5K, and 10K categories.

This combined effort resulted in 11,902 total participants, marking the largest runner turnout for a Run For Wellness series to date.

Continuing their advocacy as champions of health and wellness, Southstar Drug and Maxicare Healthcare Corporation donated Php 50,000 to Naga City’s Persons with Disability Affairs Office that was received by Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo during the awarding ceremony of Run For

Wellness Naga.

[From left to right: Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. Chairman Robina Gokongwei-Pe, Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo, Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc. President and CEO Stanley Co]

“The record-high turnout of participants in this year’s Run For Wellness shows how more people are prioritizing their overall health and well-being by integrating running and exercise in their life. Aside from unleashing greatness, this is also our way of encouraging Filipinos to take the first step towards a better version of themselves and develop healthier habits in the long run,” said “On top of providing the finest healthcare services, Maxicare supports Filipinos in their journey towards their best life through events like Run For Wellness, reaffirming our commitment to enabling a healthier future,” said Raymond Hernandez, Maxicare Chief Customer Officer. Unleashing greatness continues beyond the finish line. Run For Wellness is just the starting point, a catalyst when it comes to prioritizing one’s overall health and well-being. Take all the valuable lessons running has taught you—the rest of the journey is yours to take!

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Southstar Drug x Maxicare Run for Wellness 2024 Naga

 Wooo the Southstar Drug x Maxicare Run for Wellness 2024 Early Bird Registration is now on!!

Run is on September 15!

EARLY BIRD PROMO

Get ready to #RiseAsChampions, Naga City! Southstar Drug and Maxicare's #RunForWellness2024 is coming home on September 15th at Robinsons Naga!

Don't miss this chance; secure your spot now and take advantage of the Early Bird Discount at any participating Southstar Drug stores by purchasing participating products.

Learn more and run now! https://bit.ly/ssd-rfw2024-naga-participating-stores

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Why Running is a Must-Add to Your Wellness Routine

Just over the Peñafrancia Week last September 10, over 1,700 runners took the challenge of embracing the first step in their journey toward their best life by joining the annual leg of Run for Wellness held at the Naga City Hall Grounds, Naga City. Graced by the presence of Robina Gokongwei-Pe, the starting line of the run was composed of all walks of life from experienced runners to beginners, families, couples and barkadas. The Run for Wellness Naga is always a special leg because Naga is the birthplace of Southstar Drug. 

Photos Run for Wellness 2023 Naga

 

In its 12th year, Run for Wellness was held jointly by Southstar Drug and Maxicare to kick off their pioneering wellness initiative. A Metro Manila leg was also launched, which took place on August 13 at UP Diliman, Quezon City.

 

Southstar Drug and Maxicare, as champions of health and wellness, have partnered to support consumers in their journey toward a healthier and happier life. By offering an extensive selection of health essentials and world-class health services, they aim to be reliable companions, "Kasama sa Best Life," for Filipinos. 

Did you know that running has been proven to make your brain literally grow by aiding in the creation of new brain cells? This helps improve a person’s overall cognitive function and reduce cognitive decline when done regularly. Aside from this, there’s a plethora of other health benefits that you can enjoy when you start lacing your shoes and getting those steps in every day. Read along to know more!.

 

Strengthens bones and muscles

Because it’s a high impact exercise, running helps improve bone health and can increase bone density. The stress applied to your legs, pelvis, and spine whenever you run allows the bones to repair and strengthen themselves. Similarly, running also helps build muscles in the lower body, particularly the glutes, thighs, and calves. 

 

With strong bones and muscles, you are more protected from injuries plus your balance, coordination, and flexibility are also improved.

 

Reduces risk of chronic diseases

Various studies have already proven that regular physical activity like running can prevent and/or better manage chronic health conditions such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol that lead to heart diseases as well as diabetes and many forms of cancer. Together with the right diet and healthy lifestyle choices, running can improve the quality of your life so you can be at your best every day, not just for yourself but for your family as well.

 

Enhances mental well-being

Do you ever notice how your mood always seems to be much better after a good workout? It’s the endorphins and serotonin working their magic! Aside from improved mood, running also works like meditation in the sense that it can give you peace of mind and allow you to stay in the present, helping you manage and relieve the stresses of daily life. So the next time you feel overwhelmed or anxious, consider going for a run for an instant pick-me-up.

 

Interestingly, adopting running in your day-to-day routine enables you to improve other aspects of your health and wellness, including what you eat, how many hours you sleep at night, setting goals, and taking control of your time. This holistic approach is what Southstar Drug and Maxicare aim to promote through Run for Wellness.

 

Visit southstardrug.com.ph and maxicare.com.ph to know more.

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CRC Peñafrancia Marathon 2023

Caceres Runners Club Peñafrancia Marathon 2023 

September 3, 2023 

Distances: 5K, 10K, 21K, 42K

Registration for 5k and 10k is only until August 27! Few slots left!

The 𝐂𝐑𝐂 𝐏𝐞ñ𝐚𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧 will take place in Naga City, the Pilgrimage and Cultural Center of Bicolandia. Registration is still open, better late than never, so REGISTER NOW either online

➡️ Registration Link: https://crc.helixpay.ph/ or ON-SITE (see details below) 

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞: September 3, 2023

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲: SM CITY Naga Parking Area, Naga City

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: 42km, 21km, 10km, 5km

𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗿: Caceres Runners Club

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

📌42k: (Late Registration: Php 1500, July 19 to July 31)

Inclusions: Finisher Shirt, Finisher Medal, Race Bib, Timing Chip, Post Race Meal

📌21k: (Late Registration: Php 1200, July 19 to July 31)

Inclusions: Finisher Shirt, Finisher Medal, Race Bib, Timing Chip, Post Race Meal

📌10k: Php 500

Inclusions: Singlet, Finisher medal, race bib

📌5k: Php 250 

Inclusions: Singlet, race bib

Registration Link: https://crc.helixpay.ph/

𝐎𝐍-𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 is now available at the following venues:

1. Blue Skyline Enterprise Naga Branch

Velasco Bldg Panganiban Drive, Tinago, Naga City

Beside BDO Panganiban

2. Blue Skyline Enterprise Iriga Branch

Tibi Bldg San Miguel Iriga City 

Beside Infinitea

blueskylineph@gmail.com

09183732563

3. Basilica Minore Parish Office

Balatas Road, Naga City

4. St. Rose Lima Parish Office

Anayan, Pili, Cam. Sur

5. Pasacao Running Club

Low Cost Diner, Zone 1, Sta. Rosa Del Sur, 

Pasacao, Cam Sur beside BDO & Rusi

6. MPDC Milaor

Sto. Domingo, Milaor Cam. Sur. 

At the back of Milaor Municipal Hall

#crcpeñafranciamarathon2023

#peñafranciamarathon2023 

#caceresrunnersclub

#RunsInNaga

#nagacitydeck 

Facebook Page: Caceres Runners Club

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Run for Wellness 10: Cobbles Fest

The most anticipated and one of the biggest wellness event in Bicol is again set to toe the line this year!  This event is concertedly celebrated with the Penafrancia Festival. Southstar Drug’s Run For Wellness is set on September 15, 2019 at Plaza Quezon in Naga City. Organized by Rsrj Events Management.

The Run for Wellness is now running on its 10th year and is participated by around 2,000 runners with two categories that you will surely enjoy, 3K and 5K Color and Bubble Run. Register in select Southstar Drug branches in Bicol and get exclusive discounts.

REGISTRATION FEE
Php 300 FOR 3K / 5K

Inclusive of Racebib, Singlet, Sunglasses and Finisher's Medal

 REGISTRATION VENUES
 Select Southstar Drug branches:
 NAGA
 - Crown Hotel Bldg., Cor E. Angeles St. & P. Burgos St., San Francisco, Naga City, -Camarines Sur
- #77 Concepcion Pequeña, Naga City, Camarines Sur
DAET
 - Elevated Plaza, Vinzons Ave., Daet, Camarines Norte
 IRIGA
 - Alfelor St., Cor. Rotary Road, Iriga City, Camarines Sur
 LEGAZPI
-Rizal St., Legazpi City, Albay

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Run For Wellness 9: Color Your Run

Register for 3k or 5k in select Southstar Drug branches in Bicol and get 10% off until August 31, 2018. Run for Wellness 9 will be held at Plaza Quezon in Naga City on September 9.

The Color your run with two categories that you will surely enjoy, 3K and 5K Color Run. With the combination of different colors with shades plus giveaways. RUN FOR WELLNESS will truly be remarkable and you can just FEEL THE WELLNESS in the route.

After all the breathtaking and color your run, there will be a Zumba with the finale of color blast.

REGISTRATION FEE
Php 300 FOR 3K / 5K
Inclusive of Racebib, Singlet and Finisher Medal

REGISTRATION VENUES
Select Southstar Drug branches:
NAGA
- Crown Hotel Bldg., Cor E. Angeles St. & P. Burgos St. San Francisco Naga City Camarines Sur
- #77 Concepcion Pequeña, Naga City, Camarines Sur
DAET
- Elevated Plaza Vinzons Ave., Daet, Camarines Norte
IRIGA
- Alfelor St., Cor. Rotary Road, Iriga City, Camarines Sur
LEGAZPI
- Rizal St., Legazpi City, Albay

CLICK HERE for the Penafrancia Festival 2018 Schedule of Events

For More Information:
Visit: www.southstardrug.com.ph
Call: Tel. No. +63 (2) 643-3137

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Run For Wellness 8

Naga City - Southstar Drug celebrates 80 years with Run for Wellness 8: The Viral Challenge which is now on the 8th installment!

Register for 3k or 5k in select Southstar Drug branches in Bicol and get 10% off until August 31, 2017. Run for Wellness 8 will be held at Plaza Quezon in Naga City on September 10.

The Viral Challenge is a fun run event where participants need to save their “lives” from viruses that will attempt to steal their lives as they run to finish their chosen course.

At the start of the race, participants will be given a belt with 3 flags attached to it representing their health. These flags are what the viruses will try to steal from the participants during the race. Runners who finish their course the fastest and with “lives” to spare shall win the race.

REGISTRATION FEE
 Php 300 FOR 3K / 5K
Inclusive of Racebib and Singlet

REGISTRATION VENUES
Select Southstar Drug branches:
NAGA
- Crown Hotel Bldg., Cor E. Angeles St. & P. Burgos St. San Francisco Naga City Camarines Sur
- #77 Concepcion Pequeña, Naga City, Camarines Sur
DAET
- Elevated Plaza Vinzons Ave., Daet, Camarines Norte
IRIGA
- Alfelor St., Cor. Rotary Road, Iriga City, Camarines Sur
LEGAZPI
- Rizal St., Legazpi City, Albay

For the Penafrancia Festival Schedule of Events CLICK HERE

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Run for Wellness 7

Naga City - The Run for Wellness of South Star Drug Inc. scheduled on September 11, 2016 4:30 am at the Plaza Quezon, is now on its seventh installment! This year's theme is South Star Drug Run for Wellness: The Viral Challenge. The Viral Challenge is a fun run event where participants need to save their “lives” from viruses that will attempt to steal their lives as they run to finish their chosen course. At the start of the race, participants will be given a belt with 3 flags attached to it representing their health. These flags are what the viruses will try to steal from the participants during the race.  Runners who finish their course the fastest and with “lives” to spare shall win the race.

Registration fee and inclusions:

Php 300 both for 3k and 5k. Includes singlet, bib number and race kit.

Registration Venues:

Naga - Crown Hotel bldg. cor. E. Angeles and P. Burgos St., Naga City

         - 77 Concepcion, Pequeña, Naga City

Daet - Elevated Plaza, Vinzons Ave., Daet

Legaspi - Rizal St., Legaspi City

Iriga - Alfelor St. cor. Rotary Road, Iriga City

For more details, please contact:  Mr. Shamemar O. Bonsol – 0932.876.5560 or at shamemar_bonsol@southstardrug.com.ph

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40th Milo Marathon 2016 Naga City Race

40th Milo Marathan 2016 Naga Elimination 

Sunday, August 28, 2016 3:00 AM - 9:00 AM (Philippine Time)

SM City Naga Road

Source: milo.com.ph

3km: PhP150.00

5km: PhP150.00

10km: PhP650.00

21km: PhP750.00

REGISTER ONLINE HERE

Online Registration Closes Two Weeks Before Race Day

21k & 42k participants are required to upload their "FIT TO RUN" medical certificate.

All online registrants must upload a photo of  MILO 300g pack receipt.

For on-site registration please contact Mr. Francis Barja on 0919-3909199 / 0917-6551000

40th Milo Marathon Rules & Regulations – Download Here

40th Milo Marathon Registration Form – Download Here

Singlet Chart HERE

*Image and race details are from milo.com.ph

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Alaska World Milk Day - Naga City Leg

Naga City  - Maogmang Lugar will be part of the World Milk Day on June 11, which is annually celebrated in many countries worldwide. Alaska will be holding a running event in Taguig, SM Seaside Cebu, SM City Davao and in our very own SM City Naga. Alaska aims to provide an opportunity to focus attention on milk as a global food central to health and well-being across cultures and nations, and to highlight the contributions connected with milk and the overall dairy industry. The SM City Naga leg will have two (2) categories: 3KM, 3KM Family and 5KM.

Provinces (Onsite Registration only)
3K – P300
5K – P500

For more details visit http://www.alaskaworldmilkday.com/
Registration Fees are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE

Image Source: http://www.alaskaworldmilkday.com/

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5th Naga City Highland Triathlon

5th Naga City Highland Triathlon 

700meter Swim , 28kilometer Bike& 7 Kilometer Run

Date: September 12, 2015
Saturday 6AM

Metro Naga Sports Complex 

Registration forms are available at the Naga City Sports Office or at UX meds Office near Iglesia Ni Cristo Panganiban, Naga City and look for Jun Oba Race Director

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Run for Wellness 6

Naga City - One of the longest running marathons in the city is now on its 6th year, the Run for Wellness of South Star Drug Inc. Scheduled on September 13, 2015 at the Plaza Quezon, the run is part of the Peñafrancia Festival celebration. Let's paint the town blue and Run for Wellness! Register now! 

Registration Fees:

3K – Php300

5K – Php300

10K – Php300

21K – Php400

Inclusive of Race bib, guidelines, maps, singlet and shirt for 21K finishers.

Registration Venues:

1. Southstar Drug – Crown Hotel Bldg. corner E. Angeles and P. Burgos St., Naga City

2. Southstar Drug – 7 Concepcion, Pequeña, Naga City

3. Southstar Drug – Elevated Plaza, Vinzons Ave., Daet

4. Southstar Drug – Rizal St., Legaspi City

5. Southstar Drug – Alfelor St., corner Rotary Road, Iriga City

Registration Period: August 1 to September 12, 2015

For more information, contact:

Facebook : facebook.com/SouthStarDrugPh

Shamemar O. Bonsol

– Mobile No.: 0932-876-5560

– Telephone No. (02) 642-1107 / (02) 642-1077 loc 111

– Email: shamemar_bonsol@southstardrug.com.ph

Click on the photo to enlarge

Download the registration form

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Jesse Robredo Day Neon Night Tsinelas Run

Naga City - August 18 is Jesse M. Robredo Day. A Neon Night Tsinelas Run will be held on August 17. Proceeds of the event will be given to the Jesse Robredo Foundation. Registration booth is at the second level of SM City Naga or at the Office of Rep. Leni Robredo at the Naga City Hall compound. 

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39th Milo Marathon 2015 Naga Race

39th Milo Marathon 2015
August 16, 2015
SM City Naga

Source: www.milo.com.ph

Registration Fees:

3km: PhP80.00

5km: PhP110.00

10km: PhP530.00

21km: PhP630.00

42km: PhP730.00

Registration Venues:

A. Online Registration: www.milo.com.ph/marathon/register.html

START: SM City Naga

FINISH: SM City Naga

3K GUN START: 5:30 AM

5K GUN START: 5:35 AM

10K GUN START: 5:00 AM

21K GUN START: 4:30 AM

Contact Number:

(0917) 655 1000

Race Map:

Click link below for a bigger resolution:

https://www.milo.com.ph/marathon/pdf/milo_marathon_raceroute_naga_2015.pdf

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Run for Peace 2

Run For Peace 2
July 26, 2015
4:30 am @ CamSur Police Provincial Office
Concepcion Grande, Naga City

Run Route: CamSur PPO - Brgy. Del Rosario - Cararayan then back to CamSur PPO
Registration Fee: P250 for 5k and 10k with Bib and Singlet
Registration Site:  CamSur Provincial Police Office
Contact Person: PO3 Ely Langitan

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Naga City Independence Day Freedom Run

Naga City Independence Day Freedom Run
Sponsored by Amateur Communication and Emergency Services Inc.
June 12, 2015 @ SM City Naga area

Proceeds of the event: Special Project for Persons with Disability
Registration Site: SM City Naga (May 25 to June 11, 2015)
Registration Fee:
3k - Php350
5k - Php450
12k - Php550
Inclusive of singlet

Contact Person: Renato S. Solis
Contact No.: 0906-455-7237

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2nd Mt. Isarog Eco-Endurance Challenge

Naga City - As part of the 67th Naga City Charter Anniversary and Naga City Arbor Day Celebration is the 2nd Mt. Isarog Eco-Edurance Challenge 2015 spearheaded by the Pilimania Executive Committee 2015 on June 14, 2015. Proceeds of the activity is for the improvement of the Pili Sanctuary at NVAC and ENRO Nursery.

Registration Fee: Php 300

Inclusive of: Finisher Shirt, Race Bib, Bike Tags, Race Sticker, Energy Drink, Breakfast & Boodle Fight Meal

Assembly: Pili Park, Fronting Bicol Central Station

CBD II Brgy. Triangulo, Naga City

Registration Sites:

• City ENRO (054) 473-1617
• Lingkod Barangay Office (054) 472-6769 LBO is located at the back of the People's Hall, City Hall Compound, J. Miranda Ave. Naga City

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Walk, Run & Ride for Voters' Awareness

Walk, Run & Ride for Voters' Awareness
March 15, 2015 (Sunday), 5:00 AM
Plaza Quezon, Naga City

NO BIOMETRICS, NO VOTE!
This event is brought to you by Commission on Elections Camarines Sur

Categories
Ride (Bike), 25K, Mixed (1 loop) - Php 350 Reg Fee
Run, 5K & 10K, Mixed (1 loop / 2 loops) - Php 250
Walk 3K & 5K, Mixed (1 loop / 2 loops) - Php 250
All with Free Singlet and Race Bib

Registration Site: Comelec Offices
For further updates visit the event's Facebook Page HERE

All Images are from the events Facebook Page

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