The Philippines’ leading consumer finance company, Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), is taking a big step towards promoting wellness and building a strong community with its first-ever fun run, Takbo #ParaSaLife. Scheduled for February 16th at Parqal in Aseana City, this event invites Filipinos to kick off the year on a healthy and active note.
Organized in collaboration with WeKenRun, a local running group established by renowned marathon coach Ken Mendiola, Takbo #ParaSaLife caters to runners of all levels with race categories of 1K, 3K, 5K, and 10K.
With this initiative, HCPH underscores its commitment to empowering Filipinos to live more fulfilling lives. Going beyond just offering financial solutions, the company strives to promote holistic well-being—encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health—by creating opportunities for communities to connect and embrace a healthier lifestyle.
Home Credit is dedicated to empowering Filipinos to live the life they deserve, and this goes beyond just financial security,’ said Sheila Paul, Chief Marketing Officer of HCPH. ‘Through this run, we’re encouraging Filipinos to prioritize their overall well-being, allowing them to accomplish more in life,’ she added.
Takbo #ParaSaLife is open to everyone, from HCPH employees, family, friends, and customers to fitness enthusiasts and those just starting their wellness journey. Registration fees vary by race distance: PhP500 for the 1K, PhP900 for the 3K, PhP1,000 for the 5K, and PhP1,200 for the 10K. Each category includes exciting perks like an event shirt, finisher’s medal, loot bag, and bib holder, depending on the chosen distance.
This initiative is about more than just running,’ Paul continued. ‘It’s about fostering a community that supports each other in achieving better health and wellness. We hope this event will inspire people to develop lasting, healthy habits that empower them to achieve more in life,’
Freebies await all participants, and podium finishers in the 10K, 5K, and 3K race categories can look forward to exciting cash prizes. Winners in the 10K category will each receive PhP10,000, with PhP8,000 awarded to second place and PhP6,000 to third. In the 5K category, the first-place winners will take home PhP6,000, followed by PhP3,000 for second place and PhP2,000 for third. For the 3K category, the champion will earn PhP3,000, while second and third place will receive PhP1,500 and PhP1,000, respectively.
Events like Takbo #ParaSaLife are more important than ever, especially considering recent data from the World Health Organization (WHO) highlighting the global increase in physical inactivity, a major risk factor for chronic diseases. The Philippines is one of the countries with the highest rates, with 39.7 percent of the population affected by a lack of physical activity.
Sign up for Takbo #ParaSaLife today and take a step towards a healthier, more fulfilling life! Visit this link to register and learn more about this exciting event.
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Home Credit Philippines is a financing company duly licensed and supervised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
