Manila gets ready to Run Hard and Play Hard with ‘ADIDAS RUNNERS’

adidas connects like-minded people looking for more than a run club, both in their hometown and around the world, A running movement like never before, adidas Runners combines serious sweat sessions with post-training parties, Personalized training plans, expert coaching and secret experiences help members smash goals, celebrate success and have fun doing it

adidas on August 16 launched adidas Runners, a global running movement to energize, support and unite runners all over the world. adidas Runners is a community open to anyone looking to inject fun into their routine – get ready to train fierce, perform strong, and party to the end.

Unveiled in key cities around the world, adidas Runners will push participants to the next level with a run hard, play hard mentality. Members of all levels will enjoy personalized milestone plans, expert coaching and unique rewards to help them smash their personal goals. Sharing exclusive local experiences with a new network of people guarantees serious fun in the process. 

In Manila, runs will be led by Captains Jules Aquino, Maureen Schrijvers, and Ani De Leon-Brown. Jules, who also models on the side, grew up competing in different sports–from swimming to tennis to American football to being a decathlete for the UP Diliman Track and Field team–fitness is something he breathes and lives for. Embodying the creator that he is, Jules recently launched a YouTube channel with his twin brother, to inspire others to start their fitness journey. 

Maureen’s love for running started at a very young age. As early as the first grade, she challenged her boy classmates to race against her during recess. She soon realized that this fondness for running wasn’t just a mere hobby, but something she saw herself competing in. In the 2012 Palarong Pambansa, Mau won gold in the 100- and 200- meter dash events, as well as lead the NCR’s secondary girls team to first place finishes in the 4-x-100 meter relay and the 4-x-400 meter relay. She also broke the secondary girls’ high jump record and was named MVP that year. She continued competing in the UAAP and represented De La Salle University, being one of the top seeds of her generation. Completing the trio of captains who will be leading adidas Runners Manila is an athlete that needs no further introduction, the “Iron Lady” and the first Filipina to qualify and compete in the Ironman World Championship, Coach Ani De Leon-Brown. With her long list of accolades, she is considered one of the most in demand triathlon coaches in the country. 

“With AR Manila, we’re building a community that’s united by our love for running. As captains, we’re here to push our runners to get better each week and have fun doing it,” Coach Ani said. 

There will also be a full expert team on hand, including running coaches and pacers, a strength coach, nutrition coach and a medical coach to inspire and motivate all members to push for progress and get the most enjoyment out of each session. 

A truly global network, members can feel at home in any city they visit by connecting with the adidas Runners squads around the world to run, create and party together whilst exploring the city.

adidas Philippines Brand Communications and Sports Marketing Manager Jen Dacasin said, “Each urban runner has a different goal. Some want to smash a PB, some run to clear their mind, and others do it as a way to get fit. Whatever their reason, we know that runners are energized and motivated when they come together for the same passion and get to feel like they’re part of something bigger. adidas Runners Manila is us creating a network like never before. We want to unite all kinds of runners to do what they love— run— while at the same time have a great time.”

To learn more or to sign up, visit adidas.com/adidasrunners. 

Join the adidas Energy Running movement on Twitter and Instagram using #WHYIRUNMANILA 

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