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Samsung harnesses AI-powered health for Filipinos with the Galaxy Watch Marathon

It’s happening in Manila on October 6 and in Cebu on November 24

Samsung Philippines is thrilled to help Filipinos break through their fitness limits as the official title sponsor of two of the country’s premier running events: the Galaxy Watch Manila Marathon and the Galaxy Watch Cebu Half-Marathon. This is the second time that Samsung and Runrio have banded together to nurture the growing running culture in the country, with the AI-powered Galaxy Watch as the fitting wellness partner of runners nationwide.

Organized by RUNRIO and in partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT), the Galaxy Watch Manila Marathon is happening on October 6 at the SM Mall of Asia Complex, featuring a route that takes racers through iconic landmarks and vibrant neighborhoods to celebrate the metro’s rich heritage and dynamic spirit. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Watch Cebu Half-Marathon on November 24 will start and end at the City di Mare by Filinvest and allow participants to appreciate the scenic seascape of Cebu as they pass through the Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway, the country’s longest and tallest bridge.

To help runners learn the fundamentals of competitive running and train for the races, Samsung has also launched the Galaxy Watch Run Club, uniting aspiring racers with a kickoff event in Makati City. The six-session program aims to boost performance and camaraderie through training and fitness challenges, with their performances advanced metrics from the Galaxy Watch Ultra and Watch7.
These devices have an advanced Dual Frequency GPS system that lets users map out routes and track real-time positioning, as well as functions that help track performance, like the Watch Ultra’s Multi-sports Tile which tracks multi-course workouts for a triathlon – from swimming to cycling to running. Also, the Galaxy Watch7 is tailored for everyday wellness with over 100 workout tracking options and personalized fitness plans through its Workout Routine feature.

Members of the Galaxy Run Club also get exclusive discounts on these devices, further enriching their training experience. The club is also expanding to Cebu – runners that complete three sessions earn 20% off their marathon registration, while those completing five sessions unlock exclusive merchandise or a free slot in the Manila or Cebu runs.

Delivering Better Wellness on your Wrist with Galaxy AI
The Galaxy Watch Ultra is the ultimate fitness companion, featuring a Titanium Grade 4 frame and 10ATM water resistance, ideal for extreme conditions, while its Dynamic Lug System enhances comfort for activities from deep-sea swimming to high-altitude cycling.

Additionally, new Functional Threshold Power (FTP) for cycling measures maximum cycling power in 4 minutes using AI-powered metrics tailored to you, while the Quick Button allows instant workout starts, function customization, or activating an Emergency Siren. It also boasts the longest battery life in the Galaxy Watch series, lasting up to 100 hours in Power Saving and 48 hours in Exercise Power Saving mode.

For more information on Galaxy Watches, visit http://www.samsung.com/ph/.
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