Monday, August 1, 2011

Coach Erik Spoelstra Spearheaded NBA Fit Philippines

Once more Erik Spoelstra, Filipino-American Miami Heat head coach, visited the country to lead the NBA Fit Philippines to promote health and wellness. In the middle of NBA Fit's two-week activities, he graced a press conference at the New World Hotel, Makati City this morning to answer questions from the media. I would really want to ask him if he is open at coaching Team Pilipinas (Smart Gilas); but was unfortunate to throw a question.


Someone from the media asked a question regarding Coach Spoelstra's thoughts in the recent NBA Championship where they lost against the Dallas Mavericks. And here's his humble response:


Along with him is the Senior Director of Business Development and Marketing Partnership of NBA Asia, Mr. Ed Winkle who invited everyone to spread the word and partake in the aim of promoting healthy lifestyle through physical activities.


You may see the NBA Fit Philippines' schedule of activities here.

In order to actively involve each and everyone in NBA's strive to a healthy lifestyle, they'd be having a sort of partnership with the Department of Health.


At the end of the press conference, we were given something to pledge about. It is a simple way of asking everyone to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Here is what the pledge has to say:

NBA/WNBA FIT encourages kids, adults and families of all fitness levels to be physically active. Join us and make your personal NBA/WNBA FIT pledge. Join one million other kids, adults and families in being more physically active and healthy!
I pledge to: Eat healthier, exercise more regularly, lose or maintain my weight and get adequate sleep.

And to remind each and everyone about this pledge, we were given Baller IDs (in blue or green). Of course I chose green.


If you want one, you may want to join one of their activities. I am also encouraging everyone to join the NBA Fit Fun Run 2011 (as sponsored by Air21) on August 7, 2011 to jumpstart your will to live healthier.

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