Best Cebu Blogs Awards 2020, Covid-19 Edition

On October 1st, Best Cebu Blogs Awards announced their nomination phase to all Cebu-based Bloggers and Social Media movers for the 13th edition of Best Cebu Blogs Awards. This year is a special one because there won't be any Awarding Ceremony but instead an online acknowledgment thru their website, www.bestcebublogsawards.com, and official Facebook Page, @bestcebublogsawards, on December 5, 2020. 

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THE FINALISTS

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BEST CEBU FOOD BLOG FINALISTS

Neil Savellon of chefbuano.com

Xerxes Bernadez of www.foodelity.net

BEST CEBU PERSONAL BLOG FINALISTS

Andrew Philip Mayol of skiptheflip.com

Hannah Iway of www.iwaydiaries.com

Marco Yambao of chibuanokini.com

BEST CEBU PHOTO BLOG FINALISTS

Aldrich Infantado of www.bisayatraveler.com

Miguel Gee Abas Jr. of vivomigsgee.com

Glister del Socorro of chasingpotatoes.com

BEST CEBU STYLE BLOG FINALISTS

Joymie Arnaiz ofwww.jlarnaiz.com

Issa Perez Gandionco of issaplease.com

Katrina Enrera of keiseeeinthecity.com

BEST CEBU VIDEO BLOG FINALISTS

Margrette Ann Sinajon-Chavez of Youtube.com/margretteannsinajon

Christofer John "CJ" Estrada of youtube.com/channel/UCQ-kl7ByFq0oP_P1UaTXTkw

Meljean Solon of www.youtube.com/meljeansolon

BEST CEBU TIKTOK VLOGGER FINALISTS

Anthony Gibben Sinco of www.tiktok.com/@gibbentake

Skye Zhia Rendon of www.tiktok.com/@skyezhia

BEST CEBU QUARANTINE ARTICLE

Aldrin-Jake Suan of www.aldrincore.com

Sofia Saldana & Noelle Salvador  of www.twogirlsunderthesun.com

Marj O. Rie of dakilanglaagan.com

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THE SPONSORS

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Of course, the BCBA Team would like to thank the ever supporting Sponsors for this year.

BCBA Official Logo

GOLD SPONSORS

PLDT HOME

Bank of the Philippine Islands

Cebu Pacific Air

PayMaya

BRONZE SPONSORS

Starbucks Philippines

BLOGGER PARTNERS

Prime Blogging Organization in Cebu

Cebu Fashion Bloggers

Cebu Content Creators

Memoriter Writing Services

OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER:

Alvin Asayas Photography

PARTNERS

Cebu Fitness Blog

FaceCebu.Net

Geemiz: Accounting Blog 

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THE JUDGES

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This year's Judges come from Cebu. Without further ado, we would like to thank the following amazing Bloggers.

NANCY CUDIS-UCAG is the proprietor of The Memoriter Writing Service, a duly registered business that provides professional writing and editing services and solutions. The Memoriter will turn five years old in February 2019. 

MARCO PAOLO DIALA began his blogging journey 7 years ago through a fashion and now-defunct website PhilippineStreetFashion.com. He is currently actively blogging on his life+style blog, countocram.com, and food blog lamikaayo.com.

CARLO OLANO  is a top Food Blogger and Vlogger in the beautiful island of Cebu. He loves to feature the specialties of the multitudes of excellent dining places here in Cebu.

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Where Can We Buy Affordable Workout Supplements? Stores, Contacts and Details!

How are you holding up with this Corona Virus quarantine? To all my Gym buddies out there, are you still working out even at home? Do you still wish to go to your favorite gym, sweat out, and enjoy your whey protein after every sweat out? A lot of questions and the only answer is "Yes" but we need to follow the guidelines implemented by our Government and as much as possible, we should stay at home. But if your only worry is where to buy workout supplements while at home, then this article is dedicated to you.

Workout Supplement Banner by Wisechoice Cebu

Here is the list of stores in Cebu where we can buy affordable workout supplements and can be delivered at home.

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I bought this affordable package (BUY MUSCLETECH NITROTECH 4 LBS GET 1 MUSCLETECH SHAKER FOR FREE) in just PHP 2.4K via WiseChoice website

WISECHOICE SUPPLEMENTS CEBU

WEB: www.wisechoicesupplements.ph
FACEBOOK: @wisechoicecebu
EMAIL: wisechoiceonline2008@gmail.com

CONTACT NUMBERS:

Cebu -  +63 (0) 905-499-8036
Mandaue - +63 (0) 927-367-0560
Guadalupe -  +63 (0) 927-367-0556
Lapu - Lapu - +63 (0) 927-367-0553
Minglanilla - 0915-725-4751

MODE OF PAYMENT:

Through Bank Deposits, Paypal, GCash and even Cash on Delivery

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CEBUSUPPLEMENTS CSN

Address: V Rama Ave, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
Phone: 0922 868 9585
Facebook: @Cebusupplementsph

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GNC CEBU, PHILIPPINES

FACEBOOK: @GNCPhilippines
WEB: www.gnc.com.ph
Address: SM Seaside SRP Corner, F. Vestil St, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
CONTACT NUMBER: (02) 8836-5878

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AMWAY PH CEBU

Address: G/F Luym Bldg. 2, Mango Square, General Maxilom Ave, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu
Phone: (032) 255 6998

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PUREFIT-GYM MANDAUE

FACEBOOK: @purefitgymcebu
Address: Six Sisters Building, Central Nautical Hwy, Mandaue City, 6014 Cebu
Phone: 0917 471 2882

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Home Quarantine Workout Routine, Fight Coronavirus!

Coronavirus has been the talk in all social media, online and even offline. Since its outbreak in December 2019 in Wuhan, China, the government of different countries all over the world had their own way of fighting the virus and one of them is social distancing and recommends citizens to stay at home or what we call "Home quarantine." All members of the family are at home. I work from home. Aside from this work, all I think is food and drinks. Do you feel the same? Are you guilty about it? Now, let me share with you my home quarantine workout routine just to ease the guilt and of course, for healthy living.

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SPECIAL THANKS!

I would like to thank PLDT Home Fibr for a reliable internet while I am currently doing my Work From Home and blogging during break time. This is a BIG HELP to us!

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Getting yourselves healthy and fit is one of the tools that you can do and help fight this Coronavirus. Of course, accompanied by eating healthy dishes such as veggies, fruits, and some fiber and vitamins rich food will suit our body for a healthier version of "us."

So, I woke up 11 in the morning. Turn the wifi on and start reading news regarding this virus. Then before I login to my laptop and start my work by 2:00 PM (Philippines Time), I try to do a 30-minute workout inside my room. Let me share with you my Home Quarantine Workout Routine.

WARM-UP: I start my routine with Toe-to-head warm-up. 8 Counts each then reverse.

Photo by orthoinfo.aaos.org

• Ankle Rotation
• Knee Rotation 
• Hips Rotation 
• Full Arms Circle
• Head Rotation
• Head Side

FIRST SET: - Do this 3-4 times before doing the next set.
JUMPING JACK  (100 counts ) + SQUAT (30 counts)  + RUNNING IN PLACE (30 secs)

Jumping Jack - Photo by cdn.thinglink.me

Squat - Photo by experiencelife.com.jpg

Running in PLace -Photo by pinterest

SECOND SET : - Do this 3-4 times before doing the next set.
CRUNCHES (30 counts) + LEG RAISE (30 counts) + LYING SIDE BEND (30 counts)

Crunches - Photo by Fitness19

Leg raise - Photo by livestrong

Lying Side Bend - Photo by spasifikmag

THIRD SET :- Do this 3-4 times before doing the next set.
PUSH-UP (30 counts) + 30 SECS PLANK

Push-up - Photo by vecteezy

Perfect Plank - Photo by Menshealth

COOL DOWN - same routine with our warm-up but this time, do it from head to toe.

30-min home work out done! Musta Lunes mga netifriends? #QuarantineLife #NCOV #cebu #coronavirus pic.twitter.com/XBrNrOosc4

— Mark M. Monta (@TheMarkMonta) March 23, 2020

PLUS ROUTINE : Now, since most of my Cebu Bloggers Society friends and social media contacts are working at home, here are some of their workout routines at home. You may check out the original posts.

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Quarantine update: na alsa na nako tanang butang sa amoa

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Stay at home and do self-care! Let's all help stop spreading this Coronavirus and start a healthy lifestyle while at home! Take care netifriends!

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Slayed my First SM2SM Run, Thanks to Realme!

On February 16, I participated in my first SM2SM Funrun in a 12KM distance. I personally thank realme Philippines for sponsoring my race kit. I clocked in 1 hour and 35 minutes which is not bad for a comeback run. And oh, feasting in a breakfast buffet at Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown was heaven!

Post-run photoshoot taken by realme 5 pro

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10TH EDITION SM2SM FUNRUN

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The SM2SM run celebrated its 10th-year edition last February 16. The run started in SM City Cebu, turned at SM City Seaside Cebu and finished at SM City Cebu. The categories were 21K, 12K, 8K, and 4K. The 21K was released at 3:30 a.m., 12K at 4 a.m., 8K at 4:30 a.m. and 4K at 5 a.m. respectively.

Big Prizes are at stake! Aside from a total of PHP 600,000 in cash prizes to the winners, other prizes were given such as a brand new Chevrolet, gift certificates from hotels and other major sponsors, airline tickets from Cathay Pacific and RealMe phones.

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REALME PHILIPPINES AS EVENT SPONSOR

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Speaking of realme phones given to some winners, I was fortunate to be sponsored by realme Philippines for a slot on the race. Realme was one of the major sponsors of the event which made it more extravagant in its 10th-year edition. Aside from the Bloggers who ran last SM2SM run, chosen members of the realme Philippines photography community were also sponsored to run for the event. And oh, they just released the much-anticipated realme C3 smartphone last March 5, check out below for inquiries and orders.

The man! Photo by Eason De Guzman

The realme Philippines squad. Photo by Eason De Guzman

SOCIAL MEDIA and CONTACT DETAILS.

WEBSITE: www.realme.com/ph/
EMAIL: service.ph@realme.com AND pr.ph@realme.com
FACEBOOK: @realmePhilippines
INSTAGRAM: @realmephilippines

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CHECKED IN AT SAVOY HOTEL MACTAN NEWTOWN

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February 16 fell on a Sunday and thank God I was invited to a Valentine's Day accommodation on February 15 at Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown. It was indeed a good and fortunate time since, after the 12K run, I went directly back to the hotel to savor their sumptuous breakfast buffet. It was heaven! You can always book them in the contacts below.

SOCIAL MEDIA and CONTACT DETAILS.

WEBSITE: www.savoyhotelmactan.com.ph
EMAIL: reservations@savoyhotelmactan.com.ph
CONTACT NUMBER: Manila (02) 720 1886 AND Cebu (032) 494 4000

FACEBOOK: @savoymactannewtown
INSTAGRAM: @savoyhotelmactan

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Saucony Holds Fitness Tour in Tactical Fitness Center Mandaue

Fitness is what everyone wanted gloriously. Fitness is a goal that every person spend a lot - effort, time and money. And personally, I hope all people spend practically! Earlier today, I just had this realization and I think I will achieve my fitness goal this year. With proper motivation, training and of course support - from peers, friends, family and definitely with the right kind of gear that will help you in doing your work out - then this is it, Dadbod no more - Body goals is up!

Speaking of Gear, it was my first time attending Saucony Fitness Tour in Cebu earlier. It was held at Tactical Fitness Center, a kind of gym that offers almost everything. From circuit training, boxing, Progressive resistance training (PRT), among others, Tactical Fitness Center will assist you further. Of course, this won't be possible without the star of the event, SAUCONY! This global running and lifestyle brand dedicated to empowering athletes and beginners alike. And I am so blessed to own a brand new Kineta Relay, one of the Kineta Series collections. It is designed to cover our light workout and active lifestyle, the Kineta Relay fuses a clean, modern aesthetic with performance technologies to bring all-day comfort and I just experienced it first hand!

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Check out Tactical Fitness Center
Call 09214254953
Facebook: @TacticalFitnessCenter
Branches: Lahug and Mandaue City
Lahug Branch: 7AM to 9PM from Monday to Saturday

Mandaue branch: 6am-12noon and 3pm-9pm from Monday to Saturday

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So, what we had in our Saucony Fitness Tour Cebu? We did a 6-part program at Tactical Fitness Center namely Warmup, Stretching, Circuit Training, High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), Core Workout and of course Cool Down. Thanks to Coach Alan Ricardo for the big help and push to our limit until we did everything properly. We did it well with a helpful Saucony Kineta Relay shoes. It is very light and I think I'm gonna use it not just for a workout but of course, during travels. I can pair it anything. It is also designed for lifestyle and fashion.

VERSAFOAM

But what's really is the highlight of the event? It is the introduction of VERSAFOAM in this year’s Saucony Fitness Tour.  Experience the comfort and responsiveness of the new Saucony VERSAFOAM technology now. Experience the comfort and responsiveness of the new Saucony VERSAFOAM technology available in the brand’s latest range of athletic kicks.

Versafoam Flame

Versafoam Flare

ULTIMATE COMFORT, ULTIMATE VERSATILITY

Sleek and stylish, the VERSAFOAM Flare is your go anywhere, do anything shoe. VERSAFOAM cushioning technology and the new REACT2U+ comfort insole provides flexible cushioning for a smooth, easy to wear feel while on the roads, at the gym, or wherever the day may bring you.

The Saucony VERSAFOAM Collection is now available in mens and womens at www.saucony.com.ph, major department stores across the country, Saucony Concept Stores in Glorietta 3 and Trinoma, Olympic World ATC, and Sports Central Megamall. Visit facebook.com/SauconyPhilippines and follow @sauconyph on Instagram.

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