#HUAWEI, in partnership with RUNRIO, GCash, Shopee, Leslie’s, Nature’s Spring, and Universal Robina Corporation (URC), successfully hosted the ‘Active Rings’ Fun Run on November 8, 2025 at the SM Mall of Asia Complex.
Exclusive to HUAWEI’s community of users, the 5KM run brought together 1000 participants that included everyone from beginners to professional runners. The route took runners past landmarks such as the MOA Eye, transforming the morning into a celebration of fitness, innovation, and the beauty of the city.
This event marks the latest chapter in HUAWEI’s Active Rings movement—a campaign designed to inspire Filipinos to live healthier, smarter, and more connected lives through the power of wearable technology.
A Race That Celebrated Movement and Community
Participants were welcomed by a lively Race Village featuring an interactive photo wall, giant inflatable displays, and engaging partner booths.
Once all participants had crossed the finish line, the top three fastest male and female finishers were recognized for their outstanding performance.
For the women’s category, Jennifer Barlis secured first place with a recorded time of 25 minutes and 11 seconds. Carizza Joy Sotalbo followed closely in second with 25 minutes and 36 seconds, while Katrina Alyss Co rounded out the top three at 25 minutes and 56 seconds.
In the men’s category, Edzel Baritua claimed victory with a finishing time of 16 minutes and 26 seconds, edging out Joseph Fontamillas, who finished in 16 minutes and 29 seconds. Coming in third was Jerssylee De Vera with a time of 16 minutes and 47 seconds.
For many, the run helped showcase HUAWEI wearables. “What I like most about my
HUAWEI WATCH is that its heart rate response, sleep, and distance are very
accurate. It really helps us athletes a lot to push ourselves and improve our
activities, especially for runs like this,” said Edzel Baritua, who claimed the
first place for the Men’s Race.
Long-time HUAWEI user Jennifer Barlis, who secured the first place for the Women's Race, shared that the HUAWEI WATCH series has enabled her to keep better track of her health. “I've been a HUAWEI user since 2013 and my favorite thing about my HUAWEI Watch is its long-lasting battery. Next, the integrated HUAWEI Health App is really helpful in tracking our performance and health, given its accurate tracking features,” she said.
Many shared their enthusiasm for the event. “It's really fun to be a part of the HUAWEI Running Community. The people are so competitive. It's my first time joining and it was such a refreshing experience. My HUAWEI wearable has helped me keep track of my speed and performance and all the features I need as a runner are in the HUAWEI Health app,” shared Carizza Joy Sotalbo, Second Placer of the Women’s Race.
“It’s my first time joining the HUAWEI Active Rings fun run, so I finally got the opportunity to participate,” said third-place winner Katrina Alyss Co. “This event inspired and motivated me because I got to see other runners during the race that share the same love for running that I do.”
Shopee and GCash Technology for Each Lifestyle
The event brought together the best of smart life convenience and community fun through partner activations.
The GCash Watch Pay booth invited participants to bind and activate their GCash accounts directly on their HUAWEI smartwatches, unlocking the ease of cashless payments through their wrist.
Meanwhile, content creator and influencer James Afante joined the event while livestreaming, capturing the energy of the starting line all the way to the finish. His livestream showcased real-time runner interactions, race-day atmosphere, and behind-the-scenes moments that showed the importance of community in staying consistent and motivated in fitness.
These collaborations reflect HUAWEI’s commitment to integrating fitness with modern lifestyle convenience—where technology, health, and community meet seamlessly.
Light Up Your Active Rings and Keep the Momentum Going
Following the success of the on-ground event, HUAWEI extends the spirit of movement through its “Light Up Your Active Rings” Online Challenge via the HUAWEI Health App, running from November 8 to November 30, 2025.
Participants can join by clicking the event banner in the HUAWEI Health app and registering or by signing up with this link. Upon burning 1500kcal within the challenge period they get to earn an exclusive virtual “Manila Medal.” Participants are invited to share their accomplishment on TikTok by posting their unlocked Manila medal. Just include the hashtags #LightUpYourActiveRingsPH and #EnjoyYourMoment and tag @HuaweiMobilePH in the caption.
One standout participant will be selected to win a HUAWEI WATCH GT 6. The winner will be announced on December 15 through HUAWEI’s official Facebook page.
This challenge encourages the HUAWEI smartwatch community to maintain their active streak and celebrate everyday movement—whether they’re running, cycling, or walking toward better health.
A Smarter Way to Stay Active
The HUAWEI Active RingsFun Run not only showcased the power of smart fitness but also united communities through innovation, movement, and Filipino pride.
With the strong collaborations between HUAWEI, RUNRIO, GCash, and Shopee, the event highlighted how technology can empower people to achieve their goals, stay motivated, and live smarter every day.
To learn more about HUAWEI’s ‘Active Rings’ campaign and its line of wearables, visit HUAWEI’s official website or social media accounts (Facebook | Instagram).