Live Active

I've always deemed myself for living a healthy and active lifestyle (or at least I try to) and  playing sports, going to gym or joining a fun run are just few of my "get fit" (sometimes pocket-burning) activities that I'm very fond of, until lately. 

Yes... It saddens me to admit that I've reached the "point-of-no-return" as I call it when the weighing scale is about to tip and the muffins (not the yummy looking ones) are getting more and more obvious. They say that step one into self transformation is admitting what you've been trying to deny to yourself. So Yes, I have gone overweight, so much so that I sometimes find it hard to carry myself already and all my fave clothes just won't fit flatteringly anymore, and it is with deep regret that I have become victim of my own depression that led me to the unhealthy couch potato habit. *sigh*

B-U-T. As one of my favorite saying goes "It's never too late, if you start now." 

It took me a while, and one fun-filled visit to the Village Sport Club sealed the realization that... I HAVE TO TAKE BACK CONTROL OF MY LIFE! (Sorry for the big bold emphasis. I just had to so it would stick to my head) 

A southern treasure, or should I say, a hidden lifestyle paradise tucked inside BF Homes, Paranaque - The Village Sports Club (VSC), an exclusive members-only lifestyle community, is viewed as a utopia for sports lovers and regular active individuals like me (or just how I wish *lol*) who wants to find the perfect balance between work and play. And a few weeks ago, I've been very fortunate to get invited to an exclusive tour and experience what VSC can offer. And I have to say, they offer a whole LOT well within the comforts of my own community. *Proud Southern Belle* Getting envious? You should.

The Gallery - a welcoming facade of the Village Sports Club

Since I'm an event planner as well, what first excited me most was their function rooms, ballroom and event areas. And, If I were to organize a holistic business with pleasure event that I can freely do in the South, VSC will absolutely be my top choice. Spacious rooms, well-equipped with high-tech AV equipment, a ballroom that can sit more than 300 guests, and a lush and breezy cocktail area with a view? What more can I ask for?     

Business Center (photo courtesy of VSC)

Going back to the business at hand though- that is, the "exclusive tour," I was amazed to discover that the event areas that tickled my excitement was just the tip of the iceberg coz there's soooo much more one can find and experience inside VSC. 

To give you a somewhat digital version of the tour I experienced, let me start off with the Tempus bar, where they house the media room where you can sing your hearts out with a videoke session with the barkada or maybe play xbox with the kids...

Media Room (photo courtesy of VSC)

Play Foosball or Air Hockey...

Tempus Bar - Foozball and Air Hockey table games
(photo courtesy of VSC)

Or watch your favorite game with the boys. Don't you think Tempus bar can also be a perfect venue for a wholesome bachelor's party? This room just screams testosterone...

Tempus Bar - Big Screen for the Big Boys

And... yes, I'm not finished yet... They also have a bowling center! Beat that! VSC Member and Pro bowler cutie, RJ Bautista, also practices here. As a matter of fact, we met him *with yabang effect* but I was just too shy to ask for a picture. *haha*

Tempus Bar - Bowling Alley

After that, we crossed the lot and went to the more sporty side of the club and on our way had a peak of their body magnetizing pools. I swear, if I could, I'll jump into water to beat the heat right then and there but we had few more rounds to do. And oh, for Matteo Guidicelli fans, as another proud VSC member, he does laps here too. More reasons to join the club , huh?

Pools (photo courtesy of VSC)

Upon entering the two-storey facility at the other side of the club, we were greeted by two doors (not counting the clinic), one for the ladies and one for the gents. And I won't be including this in my digital tour of VSC if they were just doors to the restroom. *lol* They are actually locker rooms, and not just any other locker room because it was a maze with amazing interiors that leads to...  

The Locker Room

the Zenith Wellness Spa complete with relaxing sauna and steam rooms... 

Zenith Spa

the Day Care Center for the kids to play while the parents do the same...

And the Zenith Gym that's equipped with the most advanced, high-tech exercise equipment from Technogym, including the finest strength and cardio equipment carefully handpicked by VSC to provide its membres the ultimate workout experience.

Zenith Gym (photo courtesy of VSC)

Here's the chubby version of me reminiscing my young ballet days inside Zenith Gym's dance class room.

Moving on with the tour, we then crossed more sports facilities that made my eyes just bigger and bigger with excitement, such as the covered clay tennis courts, a football field with jogging path... 

I love sunset photos and this in particular makes me miss playing football.

And more modern sports facilities like their indoor basketball court, built with a FIBA-approved maple hardwood flooring, with court overhead lighting and an electric scoreboard... 

Basketball Court (photo courtesy of VSC)

Impressive eight (8) indoor Badminton courts certified by the World Badminton Federation that are used for Badminton and can be converted into multiple courts for Volleyball or Futsal...

Badminton Courts (photo courtesy of VSC)

and for table tennis.

Table Tennis (photo courtesy of VSC)

*Sigh* How I miss my P.E. and Volleyball Varsity days just by stepping on the courts.

Before I forget, after a day's work and exhausting play, don't worry because VSC also offers a wide array of dining experiences to satisfy every craving. Click here for Dining at VSC

To end our tour, we were treated with cocktails at their Verde Events Lawn, a perfect outdoor setting for a wedding or a debut party. And if you can see the open lots in front, that's going to be part of VSC's phase 2 development where villas and more events and lifestyle areas can be expected to bloom. I, personally, can't wait for that.

Another sunset shot. This place would be perfect for 
romantic cocktails right after an intimate wedding ceremony.

What a lovely sight. Can you imagine a walk down the aisle in an intimate Christian wedding here? *sigh with much kilig*

Anyway, nothing beats a relaxing day with people you share the same interests and have engaging conversations with. Here's a photo of the girls of the group I shared the day with at VSC. And just to share... What I will forever remember from this sweet afternoon is a quote from Alexa who's a journalist, a blogger, and a girl who finds time every week to attend a dance class right after work- "I decided to make time" - a short phrase that makes a lot of sense especially to those who think they just don't have the time for exercise and to live a more active life *guilty*. So, how do you find the perfect balance between work and play and live active? Decide to do so and make joining the Village Sports Club part of that. Amen.

photo courtesy of Ruth Floresca of MommyWrites.Blogspot.com

To learn how to be a member of the Village Sports Club and enjoy the privileges that come with being part of this exclusive lifestyle community, call (+63 2) 822 1000 or email vsc@thevillagesportsclub.com.


The Village Sports Club
El Grande corner Tropical Avenue
BF Homes, Paranaque City
T: (+63 2) 822- 1000 
E: vsc@thevillagesportsclub.com

Make "I decide to make time" your mantra.

xoxo,

The Clueless Mrs.

The New IT Girl

Okay, my blog backlog is seriously piling up (again) and here I am, sitting in a corner of my fave cafe, almost clueless on how and where to start (again). Annyyywaayyy.... While my blog is still relatively new, I've been so lucky and privileged to be invited to some of the most exciting events and launches happening around the metro. 

One of which is actually the grand launch of Kristn.com - your new digital go-to-girl! Oh, how I wish you can hear me saying this in my most kikay voice. *haha*

Last November 28, 2012, thanks to my dear friends from TV5, I was one of the lucky few who got to witness the official unveiling of TV5's new lifestyle portal, Kristn.com. The event, held at the NBC tent, was a star-studded affair, jam-packed with surprises, PRIZES (Sorry, I just had to highlight *hihi*), and pure awesomeness.   

In normal situations, I wouldn't really have a care in the world which and what new websites are up and new, but this is different. We are talking about digital evolution, people! A new age lifestyle portal that will change the way we live and do things using digital platforms that makes our lives amazingly easier that even our kids will possibly get to experience (until the new wave of digital evolution comes to age, anyway). So, while I was people watching, star sighting, and food hoarding, while my feet were aching, I made sure to keep my eyes and ears open on what the people behind kristn.com have to say. 

Disclaimer: I was standing too far from the stage when all of these were happening, so I had to grab photos from Kristn.com instead. [Photo source]

From Top to Bottom: (1) Team Kristn and Celebrity Contributors
(2) Victor Basa arrives at the event using BCode to Register
(3) Event Hosts, Divine Lee and Derek Ramsey
(4) Kristn.com Editor-in-Chief, Trixie Reyna
(5) DJ Callum David

Oh, Callum David is such a cutie... Back to Kristn though, what I love about Kristn.com is that she's very user-friendly. She's a one-stop-shop of all the things you love and enjoy, may it be movies, fashion, food, travel, music, gadgets, and more. She has also combined our favorite features from Pinterest, FourSquare, MunchPunch, TripAdvisor, etc.,  all rolled up in multi-platforms you can easily access via laptops, tablets, mobile phones and even Smart TVs, which made Kristn.com a certified IT Girl because she just literally has everything! 

On top of these, Kristn boasts celebrity friends who contributes to her wide array of digital content namely, Marvin Agustin, Heidi Ng, and Stephanie Zubiri for Food & Dining; Divine Lee, Bianca Valerio, Ana Kalaw, Kat Dy, Nicole Romero, and Zo Aguila for Fashion & Beauty; Zig Marasigan for Movies; Rica Paralejo, Divine Lee, and Victor Basa for Travel; Abe Olandres and Calvin Lo for Tech & Gaming; Victor Basa and Kevin Yapjoco for Men's Grooming; and Derek Ramsey, James and Phil Younghusband for Sports & Fitness. With all these? Kristn.com will definitely go on top of my bookmarks. 

This is one of the events I've truly enjoyed so far, not only because TV5's young babes and hotties who were all dolled-up wearing the newest trends from SM Ladies' and Men's Fashion, strutted the mile-long runway in the music of OPM rock legend, Razorback, or because of DJ Callum *hihi*, but because it was an evening shared and enjoyed with some of my coolest friends. *awww...*

And, the highlight of my night? Prizes and Freebies! *woohoo* 

I won! I won!

Kristn's Loot Bag!!!

The launch of Kristn.com was co-presented by PLDT. Major sponsors were Sun Cellular, Smart Communications, SM Ladies' Fashion, SM Men's Fashion, and Manny O Wines. Special partners were Benefit Cosmetics, Etude House, the Body Shop, Max Factor, and Cover Girl. With the participation of: The Bar Vodka, Selecta Ice Cream, Zalora, ASUS, Starmobile, URC and Jack N' Jill, Jing Monis Salon, Lenovo Mobile, Garnier, Axe, Tresemme, InFlight, Nivea, Soak Swimwear, Camayan Coast, Azalea Residences Baguio, Dusit Thani, and Belle De Jour Planners. 

Want to get to know Kristn? click here.

xoxo,

The Clueless Mrs.

Look Good, Feel Good, and Do Good with bobble

For the very first time in my blogging career, I have officially been invited (not inviting myself, take note) to a product launch of a new innovative brand - BOBBLE -  introduced to the Philippines by Terry S.A., the same company that brought in lifestyle giants such as Havaianas, David & Goliath, Dupe, Aura Athletica and Pininho.

Can you imagine my delight when I got the invite? *smiling up to my ears with very eager eyes* So, did I go? Umh, duh? I wouldn't miss this for the world!!! Though I feel there's an added pressure because I came from brand marketing as well and I know the expectations and whatnots behind the brand curtain, this is just an opportunity that I would never say no to and it is actually fun to finally be acknowledged as a blogger. *pat on the back*

Make Water Better. This is bobble's promise. And, what can you get out of it? Well, you'll definitely Look Good, Feel Good, while Doing Good. 

The launch of this product didn't come in a more perfect time because I was really looking for a water bottle as I am eyeing a month of transformation by ditching the bad stuff and live a healthier lifestyle- a 2013 resolution I intend to keep- starting by just drinking water. Oh yes, that is the new diet plan and bobble is THE answer! 

Did you know that drinking clean water daily helps flush out harmful toxins and help protect the body from illnesses? It also maintains the body's pH balance, improves metabolism, and keeps essential organs such as the heart, liver and skin healthy... Wow, I'm so proud with this new knowledge. I feel so smart and healthy already! *lol*

bobble is a chic, reusable drinking bottle, designed by renowned industrial artist Karim Rashid- the man behind numerous luxury goods and popular product designs for Christofle, Alessi, Umbra, Bondaldo, Vondom, and Hugo Boss, among others. bobble's iconic shape and curvy form make it easier to carry arround during workout sessions or while out socializing. I do wish though that they also have a sling strap, so I can also carry my bobble around, hands-free. Now, wouldn't that be nice? *wink*

Watch this video to learn how bobble works:

Celebrity Guest, Paolo Abrera, with Event Host, Gelli Victor.
Two inspiring people who truly embodies living an 
active and healthy lifestyle. 

TSA Managing Director, Anne Gonzalez, introduces bobble. 

Bloggers who won the trivia game & got all bobble colors
together with Asst. Marketing Manager, Jheric delos Angeles.
My team "magenta" landed 2nd place *envious and bitter*

Brand Development Group Director, Mr. Ammiel De Leon,
talks about the benefits of bobble.

Fun fact about bobble? It's unique, replaceable and recyclable carbon filter purifies potable water even further by eliminating chlorine and organic contaminants for a fresher and crisper clean drinking water. Through the ingenuity of its design, the 1:300 ratio- one bobble is equivalent to 300 single-used plastic bottles- you can now be more active in protecting the environment by reducing the use of PET bottles, in a fab way.  

What I like about bobble is that it's not just a wellness innovation but a bold fashion statement as well. I can already envision, by its vibrant colors, numerous ways of how I can match my outfits with bobble - Girly (Magenta), Sexy Vixen (Red), Country-Romantic (Yellow), Hippie (Green), Cool & Sleek (Blue) and Punk (Black). Now, if only I won the trivia game... hahaha... I am such a sore loser. #lol

bobble bottles are priced at P595.00 per 550-ml container and filters at P345.00 each and will be available starting December 1 at Aura Athletica, Power Plant Mall. Hmmm... I think I see a collection in the making...

The Clueless Mrs. with Gelli Victor
"The Green Sisters in Nude Pumps"

Sayang that I wasn't able to shoot my OTD (Outfit of the Day) but don't you think that my outfit was just perfect for the event? Green is totally in...

#instabobble
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To get to know more about bobble,

LIKE bobble Philippines on Facebook

or Follow @BobblePH on Twitter and 

@BobblePH on Instagram

So, how did I do for my first time? *cross fingers* 

Let me know by leaving a comment below.

xoxo,

The Clueless Mrs.