'Breaking Old Habits': Filipino marathoner shares his challenges and victories in living a healthy lifestyle

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Apart from the physical benefits and mental health of running, Gilbert Gaddi and his wife Brenda also want to set a good example of a healthy lifestyle for their children. Credit: Gilbert Gaddi

Gilbert Gaddi, a former video editor for major broadcasting networks in the Philippines, admitted that due to work stress, he fell into bad habits. How did he overcome these vices, and what benefits is he now enjoying?


Key Points
  • Gilbert Gaddi is a video editor for programs of ABS-CBN and GMA Network in Manila before becoming a video streaming specialist at SBS Australia.
  • After almost two decades of running, he was hailed as a running legend by his running club, the Sydney Striders. He also became a brand ambassador for Lululemon, and he runs alongside his wife Brenda, the founder of Women of Colour Australia.
  • Aside from the physical benefits, running also contributes to one's mental health, which is why he encourages everyone to start with simple exercises a few times a week.
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Gilbert and his wife Brenda Gaddi are finishers of the Ultra-Trail Australia, a 50-kilometre race. Credit: Gilbert Gaddi
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Gilbert Gaddi works as a video streaming specialist with SBS Australia. Credit: Gilbert Gaddi
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Gilbert Gaddi was chosen as one of the brand ambassadors for Lululemon in Australia. Credit: Gilbert Gaddi
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Gilbert Gaddi during one of their runs with Sydney Striders. Credit: Gilbert Gaddi


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