I have been participating in different 5K runs (race) lately and I have to admit, I’m HAVING FUN!
As we age, our metabolism slows down and we are prone to high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol and triglycerides, and fatty liver. Not to mention the bulging tummy’s that make us look like walking tadpoles. Thus, aside from diet, I have to engage in physical activity to increase my metabolism as well as good cholesterol .
Why Run?
Running is a good way to burn fat, expand your lungs and exercise your heart. Admittedly, just a thought of running 5k scares me. I asked my self, “can I make it?” So I challenged myself to finish a 5k run without walking. My goal is to endure the run and build resistance, not speed. So I ran on my own pace and competed with myself, competed against the thought that I will not be able to last, and will end up walking. Well, my first 5k run was with the GMA 7 sponsored “Tatakbo ka ba?” and I FINISHED IT
This is another convincing victory for Manny, specially for the Thomases out there who think Manny’s victory over Diaz and Dela Hoya are pffft.
Ricky Hatton is the best fighter out there in his division. He was never beaten in that weight class and he boasts also of a power punch. He has strong following among the Brits who came all the way to Vegas to celebrate. The power was indeed there, but Manny showed more class, speed and of course power.
Late this afternoon, after I had my hair (or what is left of it, ha ha) trimmed, I fell asleep while trying to update this blog. I missed also the boxing match of Donaire and Viloria. Am not sure if this bout was shown live in theaters, but personally, I prefer watching live boxing involving Filipino greats like Pacquiao in cinemas. A little bit expensive, but I enjoy not only the comfortable home theater seating, the big screen and the electrifying energy of the audience add up to the adrenalin rush.
So upon waking up, I immediately checked the breaking news to find out who won. Both Filipino boxers won convincingly, I just have to stay late tonight to watch the replay. But what caught my attention is the news article written by Alexander Villafania. His article is entitled Filipino Boxer Tweets His Way To Victory. Twitter is one of the social media/micro blogging platforms available on the net. And not only more people are using it, mainstream media finds it worth the news.
As a blogger, I maintain an account on most social media platforms, but I am most active on Facebook, Multiply, LinkedIn, Twitter and Plurk. I use these to touch base with friends, for professional networking, personal branding and for marketing purposes.
Viloria as a boxing champ learned how to use social media to his side, unfortunately some people (of older generation) have not crossed over yet. Have you?
Last Sunday, we witnessed live via pay per view the Dream Match between Dela Hoya and Pacquiao with our butts and back lie comfortably in a theater seating. And we saw how the dream match became a nightmare for the Golden Boy as the Pacman skillfully reduced the height and reach advantage of the legendary fighter to pieces.
Unfortunately, some suggested that the fight was rigged. I was checking my email when I came accross a thread lambasting Dela Hoya for not giving a decent fight, but fell short of accusing the Pacquiao camp of involvement. I lost a lunch because I routed for Dela Hoya, though I wanted Manny to win.
But should we rob Manny the recognition he deserved for winning lopsidedly because the other fighter fell short of the expectation?
Sonnie is a Human Resource Management Executive and Micro Entrepreneur.
He does lecture and consulting work for the integration of (1) "Spiritual Intelligence" in Organizational and Human Resource Management and Development, and (2) "Web 2.0" as platform and tool for Corporate communication, Productivity, Training/ People Development, Marketing and Brand Management.
I have been participating in different 5K runs (race) lately and I have to admit, I’m HAVING FUN!
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