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Running culture in the Philippines has become more intentional and community-driven, with more Filipinos embracing it as part of their everyday lifestyle and shared pursuit of wellness. Through its connected and latest Galaxy ecosystem, Samsung empowers Filipinos to run, train, and recover smarter.
Now in its third year supporting the Galaxy Manila Marathon, Samsung continues to strengthen its commitment to a community driven not only by performance, but by progress, connection, and healthier everyday habits. Set to take place in celebration of Philippine Independence, the Galaxy Manila Marathon champions the Filipino spirit of resilience, grit, perseverance, and the freedom to move forward at one’s own pace. Building on this spirit of connection and everyday wellness, Samsung’s “Run with Galaxy” initiative showcases a seamlessly connected ecosystem designed to support every wellness experience.
This year’s event also ushers in a landmark partnership with SM Supermalls and RUNRIO through the Galaxy Manila Marathon to key cities across the country, including Clark, Cebu, Iloilo, Davao, and Cagayan de Oro. Supported by the Department of Tourism (DOT), all routes under the series are certified by the World Athletics and Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), and sanctioned by the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA).
From training to recovery, stay in tune with the Galaxy Watch8 series
At the center of this ecosystem are the Galaxy Watch8, Galaxy Watch8 Classic, and Galaxy Watch Ultra, designed to deliver meaningful performance insights through Samsung Health. From pacing and endurance to recovery and overall wellness, runners are equipped with a clearer understanding of how they move and how to improve over time.
With Running Coach delivering personalized training plans and real-time guidance tailored to fitness level, and Energy Score offering a daily read on physical and mental readiness, each run becomes more intentional. Meanwhile, advanced sleep tools like Bedtime Guidance and Vascular Load also support recovery by optimizing rest and tracking overnight strain, so recovery is just as informed as training; because the best performance plans are not based on guesswork, they are built, one data point at a time.
Even Ugandan world champion and Team Galaxy athlete Jacob Kiplimo, who recently finished third at the London Marathon with an extraordinary time of 2:00:09, has spoken about the value of objective performance analysis in helping athletes understand their limits and refine future goals. That same mindset powers Samsung’s approach to connected fitness: technology that not only records performance, but helps shape it.
In sync with your stride, in frame from start to finish
Completing that experience is the Galaxy Buds4 series, designed to keep runners locked into every stride. With immersive Hi-Fi sounds, Adaptive Noise Cancellation, and real-time Ambient Sound control, it tunes out distraction when focus matters and lets the world back in when safety calls. Whether it is an easy recovery jog, an all-out tempo session, or voice-guided cues through Samsung Health, the Galaxy Buds4 series stay seamlessly in sync with every pace, turning each session into a fully immersive, uninterrupted flow.
And because every milestone deserves to be captured as vividly as it felt, the Galaxy S26 Ultra turns race-day moments into lasting highlights. Equipped with a pro-grade camera system, enhanced Nightography, advanced stabilization and Horizontal Lock, and AI-powered image processing, it captures everything from early-morning runs to finish-line victories in stunning detail. Whether it is motion shots on the move or post-run selfies, every frame comes out sharp, cinematic, and ready to share before the cooldown even begins.
Together, the Galaxy ecosystem transforms every run into a more connected and intelligent wellness journey. From training to recovery to race-day memories, every step is supported, understood, and elevated.
Take your place at the starting line and run every mile with intention on June 13, 2026! For more information on the Galaxy Manila Marathon, visit the Galaxy Manila Marathon official site and be part of the Run with Galaxy movement. The 21KM category is officially sold out, with over 9,000 runners securing their slots, making it one of the largest 21KM race categories in the Philippines. Meanwhile, registration for the 10KM and 5KM categories is still open, with slots filling fast. Secure your place now!
