The Metro Wellness Round-Up

Harness the Power of Play with Kinetix Kids

Kinetix Kids is a premier play-gym, activity, and specialized training center dedicated to supporting the holistic development of children through innovative play spaces, professional services, and community-driven initiatives. It offers an environment where children develop their minds, bodies, and social connections through enjoyable and interactive experiences.

Kinetix KidsKinetix Kids' expansive play area immediately engages visitors with diverse sections designed to foster various aspects of children's development. Features like the Moon Wall Spider challenge physical strength and strategic thinking, while the Imagination Station sparks creativity. It's an ideal venue for playdates, filled with laughter and joyful interactions.

“We are dedicated to supporting the holistic development of children through innovative play spaces, professional services, and community-driven initiatives,” says Kinetix Kids Marketing Head Shalla Yu. She adds, “We are not just selling playtime; we’re building a movement that celebrates growth, confidence, and joy”.

For more information and inquiries about Kinetix Kids, visit their website at https://kinetixkids.com. Follow them on Instagram @kinetixkids and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kinetixkidsph

Klean Kanteen Drops the New RISE Classic and Kaleidoscope Collection

Raise a toast to hydration with a splash of style as Klean Kanteen debuts its fresh RISE Vacuum Insulated Classic line and eye-catching limited-edition Kaleidoscope collection. Built to match your on-the-go lifestyle, the Classic line sports a slim, pocket-friendly design with the brand-new Flip Seal Sports Cap—a fully leakproof, “tip-and-sip” innovation that makes quenching your thirst effortless, even in the middle of a workout. For those with bigger thirsts, the RISE and Go tumbler now comes in a handy new 26oz variant, promising the same rugged performance and long-lasting insulation to keep your drinks icy for up to 65 hours or hot for 22.

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Beyond practical perks, the Kaleidoscope collection makes your hydration habits pop with vivid, chip-resistant hues crafted with Klean’s toxin-free Klean Coat finish and eco-friendly 90% post-consumer recycled stainless steel. Whether you’re racing to the office, hitting the trail, or simply flexing your eco-conscious flair, these bottles have you covered. Shop the full line here! —Leigh Lazo

First 116KM Community Run in the Philippines Logs 3.5 Million Steps to Champion Children’s Right to Safe Play

More than 3.5 million steps and over 2,500 collective kilometers were logged during the Move for Play: Infinity 116KM Run, the country’s first-ever open-road ultra-endurance community run. Organized by the non-profit organization FundLife, the event held from June 14 to 15 brought runners from Clark to Makati in a call to action for safe, inclusive, and accessible play spaces for children in under-resourced communities. The run coincided with the United Nations International Day of Play and was conducted on active roads and highways, requiring participants to navigate traffic, potholes, heat, and city congestion. The 116-kilometer route symbolized the difficult and often dangerous terrain many Filipino children must cross daily to access education and recreation.

A total of 31 ultra-runners registered to complete the full route, while over 40 additional runners joined for various segments. 20 completed the entire course in a feat of physical endurance and social purpose. Leading the finishers were ultra-endurance athlete Natalie Dau and community runner Cecille Wael, who crossed the finish line together at 6:23 a.m. after running for 16 hours and 12 minutes.

The campaign’s success was made possible through a network of six community-based organizations and running clubs that extended crucial logistical and volunteer support. Among them was Mountain Goats Pilipinas, led by seasoned ultra-runner Joseph Sibal, also known as Papi Otep. “When I heard about the vision behind Infinity 116, it struck a chord. It wasn’t just another long run—it was about uplifting others,” Sibal shared. “That’s why I brought our Mountain Goats community to support. We believe running builds communities, and this run embodied that. It was a meaningful way to stand with FundLife in bringing play to children who otherwise wouldn’t have safe spaces.” 

In parallel with the Luzon-based run, a youth-led campaign in Dulag, Leyte, engaged more than 280 community members in a series of local activities promoting children’s right to safe spaces. These included a 6.11-kilometer coastal community walk, an art-for-sustainability workshop involving over 50 children and youth, and a 1.16-kilometer advocacy parade during the Karumata Festival that concluded with a community play session. The Move for Play campaign brought together 14 running communities, five partner organizations, and four volunteer groups across Luzon and Leyte. The effort marked a significant milestone for FundLife as it laid the groundwork for its upcoming initiative, Safe to Move—a long-term campaign focused on building protected, dignified spaces for learning, movement, and play in climate-affected and under-resourced areas. Plans are also in motion to expand the Infinity 116 run into a nationwide series, welcoming not just runners, but walkers, volunteers, and play champions across the country.

“The Infinity Run showed how sport and purpose can intersect to drive meaningful action,” said Marko Kasic, Executive Director of FundLife. “We will continue moving until every child has a safe space to play, learn, and thrive.”