Beauty queen-turned-triathlete Faith Garcia, volley star Ced Domingo, and AIA Brand Ambassadors Solenn Heussaff and Will Dasovich are set to lend star power — and heart — to the AIA Rock ’n’ Roll Running Series Manila presented by ASICS when it fires off tomorrow at Rizal Park.

Despite packed schedules and demanding careers, these personalities made a deliberate choice to show up, using their influence to ignite enthusiasm for fitness among the youth. Many of them have undergone their own fitness transformations over the past decade, and their presence serves as a reminder that health, consistency and balance are achievable even in the busiest lives.

For young fans and aspiring runners, seeing familiar faces prioritize wellness provides a powerful nudge away from screens and toward healthier habits.

They will join a vibrant ensemble of well-known figures, including Barbie Forteza, DJ Chacha, Kim Atienza, Selena Reyes, Kristoffer Martin, Aira Lopez, Dominique Roque, Lance de Ocampo, Gazini Ganados, Elilienne Vigier, Andre Felix and Jose Atienza — each one adding excitement and accessibility to the event. Their participation does more than entertain; it humanizes running and makes the sport feel welcoming to kids, families and new runners who may be lacing up for the first time.

More than 9,000 participants are expected to hit the starting line, transforming Manila into a neon-lit celebration of endurance and entertainment. As always, the AIA Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Manila presented by ASICS promises a high-energy mix of athletic grit, live music, interactive entertainment zones and pure Filipino festivity — qualities that have made it one of Southeast Asia’s most anticipated running spectacles.

This year marks the fourth consecutive staging of the event in the region, featuring four main distances — 5K, 10K, 21K and 42K. But the 2025 edition adds a heartwarming milestone — the inaugural AIA 1km kids’ run. This new category provides children a safe, festive and confidence-building introduction to fitness, complete with the same Rock ’n’ Roll experience that adult runners enjoy.