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Ten years of SunPIOLOgy

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 I was a bit nostalgic when I attended the SunPIOLOgy 2018 media launch held at the Novotel Manila recently where actor Piolo Pascual talked about the milestones of the charity-sporting event.

SunPiology was one of the first events I covered as a newbie. Hence, I couldn’t help but look back a decade ago when Piolo was talking about visual poetry, a different artistic side of him that most of his fans didn’t know. 

During my interview with the actor, the then 31-year-old Kapamilya heartthrob said he was into photography and that his passion for photography started when one-mega pixel cameras were introduced in the market.

A few weeks later he would showcase his flair as a lens master in a benefit photo exhibit on view at the Art Hall of the Enterprise Center along Ayala Avenue in Makati. 

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Ten years of SunPIOLOgy
 THROWBACK. This is Piolo Pascual in a publicity photo for the first SunPIOLOgy 10 years ago. The event has since evolved from  art auctions into a  charity-sporting event.

Since then, from art auctions, SunPIOLOgy has come a long way. It has evolved into a charity-sporting event that involves not just his fans but everybody who’s into sport activities that promote well-meaning causes. 

“It’s really overwhelming because this is not just a milestone for me but also for our foundation. And I’m extremely glad that this event also goes international,” Piolo said about SunPIOLOgy turning a decade old.

For its 10th anniversary, the events organized by the actor, his foundation and in partnership with Sun Life, will thrill fans to raise funds for education, diabetes awareness, and help more Filipinos live healthier lives.

Dubbed as “SUNPIOLOGY TR10”, there are three ways to be part of this milestone: SUN CYCLE PH on Nov. 17 at Bonifacio Global City, SUN LIFE RESOLUTION RUN and SUN vs STARS with Star Magic, both happening on Jan. 26, at Camp Aguinaldo. 

Ten years of SunPIOLOgy
 The actor with his partners in Sun LIfe and participating groups that organize the annual SunPIOLOgy. 

 “Wellness has been one of our key initiatives for the past years. Now, we are strengthening our message by inspiring more people to ‘live healthier lives’. With our line of new-generation Health and Accident products, Go Well community events, and partnerships such as SUNPIOLOGY, we want to show Filipinos how health and wealth shine brighter together,” explains Sun Life Chief Marketing Officer Mylene Lopa, who joined Piolo in announcing the event lineup.

Bike with SUN LIFE CYCLE PH

With the growing interest in biking and its health benefits, SUN LIFE CYCLE PH once again takes riders around four cities (Taguig, Makati, Manila, and Pasay) in routes fit for beginner and seasoned bikers. Organized by Sunrise Events, SUN LIFE CYCLE PH categories include a Family Ride (30mins dur.); Tricycle Ride (100m and 500m); Short Ride (20km); and Long Ride (40km). Celebrity cycling enthusiasts like Sun Life ambassadors Matteo Guidicelli and Piolo will be leading the race. Interested parties may register at www.sunlife.cycleph.com. 

Run with SUN LIFE RESOLUTION RUN

Ten years of SunPIOLOgy
Piolo at the launch of TR10 which marks the 10th anniversary of SunPIOLOgy 

Part of SunPIOLOgy TR10 is the SUN LIFE RESOLUTION RUN. It has evolved to a regional spectacle with counterparts in different Sun Life Asia territories. Aside from the Philippines, a Resolution Run to kick diabetes and live healthier lives will also happen in Malaysia (Jan.13), Indonesia (Jan. 20), Hong Kong (Jan. 27), and Vietnam (Jan. 27). Here in the Philippines, the charity Run will retain its charm of a gun start by sunset as the country’s biggest stars race for beneficiaries Hebreo Foundation, Institute for Studies on Diabetes Foundation, Nordhoff Foundation, and Star Magic scholars. Registration is now open at www.sunpiology.com. 

Play with SUN VS STARS 

Rekindling memories of sports fest and intramurals, the Star Magic games shine brighter this year with the return of SUN VS STARS. Facing off to test each other’s physical prowess and mental fortitude, Sun Lifers and Star Magic talents will participate in friendly matches of basketball, volleyball, and badminton among other events. This will take place before the Resolution Run in Camp Aguinaldo with select portions stream LIVE over social media. More details will be unveiled soon.

As the SunPIOLOgy series expands in scope and relevance, embracing the twin advocacies of education and wellness, its heart remains as bold as its vision of helping the less fortunate. 

“With SunPIOLOgy, we hope to spread awareness about diabetes prevention, send more scholars to school, and promote the benefits of living healthier lives,” added Piolo during the press conference. 

To be part of SUNPIOLOGY TR10, visit www.sunpiology.com and follow #SunpiologyTRIO for more information.

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