hyrox debut hallelujah 🖤
so grateful for this opportunity to be able to do something i never thought i was capable of. came in with no expectations but as a former athlete, i knew i missed competing. i focused on putting in honest work and learning more about my mind and body. during this race, my partner @movemorgan reminded me of the most important part: enjoy the experience and trust that good things will come out of it!
🇵🇭 1st in our age group
🇵🇭 5th overall
thank you to my husband and number 1 cheerleader @diego5dario for being so supportive of this challenge I signed up for.
coach @demesatraining for the solid program, my training facilities @lab114_ and @lokalactive where coach @heyochinang guided me through the stations
@adidasph for my race gear
what's next? i honestly don't have a next race lined up yet but i know this is just the beginning! #SamCore
told herself: "before the year ends, I will do something I've never done before" 💪🏻
... and she. followed. through!!!
I am so grateful for the opportunity to be able to run, even more so overseas for my first half marathon. I consider myself a beginner at this endurance sport, so I thought finishing a 21km with less than 3 months of training was almost impossible. But I just told myself to just KEEP SHOWING UP and see where this goes 🇹🇼🏃🏻♀️
The past 3 months reminded me of how far discipline can take you. And of course, having the proper guidance and training by master @demesatraining . Thank you for believing I can actually do this and for trash talking me so I can get out of my comfort zone 😤🤣❤️🔥
I learned that the work is done in training and race day is just a celebration of what you've worked hard for 🫶🏻 Thanking my mind and body for powering through!
Thank you @diego5dario for all the support, @gabbidario for being my Taipei running buddy, and @adidasph for making dreams come true!!!
#SamCore #TaipeiMarathon2024
Meet Sam—
If you’re looking for a boost of energy and good vibes, @samcor_ is the instructor for you ✨ She is an ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor and former member of the UP Pep Squad, winning multiple awards in the local and international scene.
With her background in dance, gymnastics and cheerleading, she can guide you through each movement with emphasis on proper form and tempo. For her, Lagree is a form of meditation and a way to unlock physical and mental strength. Expect to be challenged yet fulfilled after a #SamCore Lagree class 💪🏻
post-race recovery week uniform!
trading workout gear for breezy fits while daydreaming about the next summer escape. somewhere with sunny days, slow mornings, and absolutely no wall balls in sight 🌺
what i'm wearing:
coastal beads halter camisole
pleated wide leg pants
coastal beads trapeze dress
all from @lovebonito@lovebonitoph in size XS
nails and lashes by @ayumirobmag
DOUBLES OPEN / 1:16:23 🇭🇰
@samcor_ and i went to the same uni at the same time but we only got to meet on a brand trip in ‘24 which was also when i did my first ever hyrox. i remember having so much fun then so when she asked me to do this with her, that was also just my only goal. for her to enjoy her first hyrox experience and leave wanting to train for another one again!
with this in mind, we only had one session together supervised by coach @heyochinang@lokalactive so we we’re pretty surprised with how this race turned out!
again another reminder of that something good always come out when the goal is just to enjoy the experience!
shoutout to the hyrox husbands too!! such troopers @enjayboy@diego5dario 🤘🏻
progress should be measured and repeated 🔁
another testing day done! assessed what’s improved and what still needs work
kept (and improved) my strength despite higher running volume, exactly what I’ve been building towards as I move closer to my next fitness goal ❤️🔥
finished with a 6-minute + 800m run to test aerobic capacity
engine still needs work obv but that’s why we're here!!
#SamCore
If you’re trying to build healthier habits, start with small changes:
✔️ Swap a basic breakfast for one packed with nutrients
✔️ Swap heavy protein smoothie bases for a lighter, unsweetened plant-based option
I’ve been using So Good Almond Unsweetened because it’s plant-based, cholesterol-free, high in calcium, and has no added sugar.
Save this if you’re building healthier routines this year.
#MakeItSoGood @sogoodphilippines
legs on fire, HR definitely up ❤️🔥
summer sessions hit different! (especially when you're training for muscular endurance 🫠)
how are you guys coping with the heat?
#SamCore
lagoons, turquoise waters, and days that felt like they could last forever
new experiences, quiet moments, and a love i’m endlessly grateful for 🩵
Coron, we loved exploring you!
