Martin Javier on why he loves running: 'Binigyan niya ako ng bagong purpose'
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Sparkle host and athlete Martin Javier is thrilled that his home network is mounting the first-ever Sparkle Run 2026 this coming May.
Sportscaster and Sparkle talent Martin Javier has definitely developed a deep love for running. With his hectic schedule as one of the premiere hosts of GMA Network, the Kapuso hottie makes sure to devote time in further improving himself as a runner.
In fact, last October 2025, he flew to the US state Illinois to run in the Chicago Marathon.
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In a chance interview during the contract signing of Sparkle Run 2026 last February 5 at the Manila City Hall, Martin told GMANetwork.com how running changed his life.
According to him, through this sport he found a sense of purpose.
“At ang gusto ko rin sa running binigyan niya ako ng bagong purpose, kumbaga, at least for me. For my perspective aside from fitness, aside from maintaining my body. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, I also have goals in running, I have times that I'm targeting.” The Sparkle talent explained.
He continued, “So that gives me a sense of purpose I guess or a new goal in my life. Parang, okay it's not just all about the career, okay I have a mission here in my running. I gotta compete, I have to wake up early, I have to do my speed work. It gave me a new purpose, parang I'm a sports guy as well, I work with a lot of athletes. It's one of my frustrations is you know becoming an athlete as well. It gave me an opportunity through this as well, so, that's what running does to you.”
With his home network together with Sparkle GMA Artist Center mounting the first-ever Sparkle Run on May 30 with the help of race organizer RUNRIO and the City of Manila, Martin expressed his joy that his talent management agency is mounting such a big event.
The Sparkle host even pointed out that this isn't just a running event, but Sparkle's way of encouraging our Kapuso to focus on their health and wellness.
“I'm very-very excited for this. I've been running for two years now, going three years. So, which is not much in the running world, but you know it's been a while for me, I love it ever since I've got into it. So, this event is very close to my heart. I'm glad Sparkle is doing it.” Martin said to GMANetwork.com.
“We are not just mounting an event, we are encouraging a lot of people to move including the fans and the supporters of the artists, and the network to encourage them to move and go into a more healthier lifestyle.”
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