June 11, 2016 -- Alaska Milk marked another grand chapter in the countrys celebration of World Milk Day. It was established four years ago and since then the celebration of World Milk Day has become more exciting and bigger event nationwide in different locations for all Filipinos, young and old.
The celebration this became a bigger fair than a year ago with more participants from Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao and the newest venue, Naga.
Race Category (Provincial Area)
- 3km
- 5km
Race Category (Metro Manila)
- 1km - Disney's Frozen and Marvel themed fun run event for ages 4-7 years old encouraging children to live a healthy and active lifestyle while still having fun.
- 3km - Family fun race
- 5km
They have also organized a Zumba event in all areas to encourage all to start a morning health and fitness system.
There was also a nationwide Milk Toast at 6:00am, conceived as the Alaska Milk Hour, where all participants will drink together and make a pledge to a healthy and active lifestyle.
Through exercise and proper nutrition, Alaska helps our government address the increasing number of obese children and adult. 3 in every 10 adults are overweight and obese, while 0.17%-points increase every year for the past 24 years among children 0-5 years old, that is 5 out of 100 children. 2 out of 10 children among 0-5 years old are underweight according to the 8th national Nutrition Survey conducted by the Food and Nutrition Survey.
All participants and their partner beneficiary were given the same quantity of milk bags. This celebration is part of Alaska's commitment to its Corporate Social Responsibility. The event is made possible by Alaska Milk Corporation with the support of Rhea Generics, Babyflo, Systema, Hana Shampoo and Champion.
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| Coach Anthony Lozada, CEO, Lozada Swim School with Jerome and Joshua Nelmida, born with Retinopathy of Prematurity The Nelmida brothers are both in grade 9, Phil. School for the Blind |
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| Coach Anthony Lozada with his daughter |
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| Nelmida brothers with their supportive parents |
Let us all join Alaska to spread the milk drinking habit and active lifestyle! Be part of Alaska's "Nutrition. Action. Champion." program for a chance to become a real life health advocate!
More fun activities after the run!
For more information, log on to www.alaskaworldmilkday.com
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| My daughter, Rain with the famous Aquathlete Borlain sisters |
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| The finishers |
Seeing families running and having fun together is awesome! I ran with my family and it is really a great feeling that there are exciting things we can do other than just sitting at home with our gadgets. I am so glad I shown my kids that running and drinking milk together is one fantastic bonding that a family can do.
Stay fit. Stay healthy. Stay happy.
