Why I super love my first ever 5k run at the 8th Robinsons' Fit & Fun Buddy Wellness Run


I received an invite from Robinsons Supermarket for their 8th Fit and Fun Wellness Buddy Run last week, meaning, I needed a partner to run with me.
So, I asked Anthony to go with me since it was on a Sunday. I was hesitant at first mainly because we don’t run..at all. Nor are we huge fans of "working out".  Our heavy "work out" does not include running, certainly not cardio -- but walking hours and hours inside a mall and chasing the kids.

We did not have any big preparations for the big day. I just googled facts about FunRuns on the internet the night before.
Last month, I also got a FunRun invite that needed to wear a costume. I was looking forward to it but I was prohibited to go because I just got out from the hospital.
Anyway, when the day of the big race came, we got up 2am in the morning , did a little stretching here and there and ran our first 5k.
Hooray!
The only thing that troubled me was that I would die after the first ½ mile.
But I'm still well and kicking and sharing my experiences with you here and I am evermore grateful for whoever came up with the concept of the fun run.
Indeed. Someone made finally running mile and miles entertaining.
We were then offered  first to have a yummy Jollibee breakfast and bottled water. Some runners did a sponsors booths hop to get awesome goodies!
We just had to take this shameless selfie before hearing the exciting gunshot or the blowing of horn rather.
Then off we went!
Thousands, including CEOs and some celebrities , ran in pairs held at the Bonifacio Global City in Taguig. Spotted at the event were James Reid and the ever gorgeous Jessy Mendiola.
This annual Fit and Fun Buddy Run is in keeping with Robinsons Supermarket's commitment to health and wellness.
Empowering those who are leading healthy and active lives, and encouraging the rest to start healthier days by going on a wellness journey with Robinsons Supermarket.
Can you see the gazillion runners?
The overwhelming turnout is a testament to the consistently increasing number of health conscoius individuals actively seeking healthier lifestyles.

 Uh-huh. I was taking photos the whole time we were running. I was at the peak of happiness.
Still taking photos while waiting for my buddy who went to find a restroom. Thankful for a gloomy but cold and windy weather. No burning of skin that day. I still put a sunblock because a little sun was peeking behind those gray clouds.
 You go girl..I mean boy! I'm proud of you , my dear running buddy!

The only concern was actually the running lane. They did not totally close the road for exclusivity. There was the risk of bumping into a moving vehicle and it was totally dangerous. Especially for the children.  Maybe they will do something about this the next time.
Yes! We survived the half part of the race.
 We were on the brink of something special after conquering the 4k!
At the end of the run, top pair finishers received wonderful prizes like a trip for two to Coron, Palawan and a trip for 2 to Yangon, Myanmar! I heard that the top 1 ran the whole 5k course for only 18 minutes! Awesome.
My buddy and I got 1 hour. Not bad for first timers like us, I think. LOL
It was exhausting all throughout but really really worth it.
Got grocery bags filled with goodies from Robinsons Supermarket and Jollibee meals again for my buddy and I.
They had couple awards like Close-up Couple award, Rexona Do More Buddies, Breeze Sige Mom-Child Tandem, Nestle Best Shape-Up Buddies, Milo Energy and Milo R2 Twin Buddies, and the Johnson and Johnson Active Fresh Award!
These are the bags of wellness and happiness!
I'm just glad we were part of the #ILoveWellness campaign!
The pain came the next morning in the form of super sore muscles. Apparently I have absolutely no upper body strength. Who knew?
The point is we survived, enjoyed ourselves plus got an early Christmas treat from the super generous Robinsons Supermarket.
Now we wanted more.
Looking forward to the next Robinsons Wellness Fun Run!

To learn more about the #ILOVEWELLNESS campaign and updates, visit Robinsons Supermarket on FB and http://www.robinsons-supermarket.com.ph/

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