Anne Curtis is all set for 2023 Tokyo Marathon: 'Please pray for me guys'
Super momma Anne Curtis is all prepped up for this year’s Tokyo Marathon!
After their Tokyo Disneyland trip for the third birthday celebration of her daughter, Dahlia, Anne is now set for her third time joining one of the world's most prestigious marathons to be held on March 5.
The actress-TV host shared her latest update on Instagram on March 3, with a photo of herself smiling with her bib.
Mama’s turn! Got my bib! All set! Now the scary part. 2 antigen tests to be able to run on Sunday,” she captioned her post.
The actress then went on to list a few things she has to do to hit the goal: “So many things I have to think of -
1. Be negative on tests.
2. Pass kilometer markers before they start sweeping
3. Make sure I’m well hydrated starting today because I can’t bring my water bottles with me.
4. FINISH!”
“Oh and now rest my legs after all that walking around Disneyland! Please pray for me guys!” she concludes her post. The philanthropist also encrouaged her followers to donate to UNICEF Philippines' programs against child abuse, which is tied to her entry in the marathon.
Anne first announced that she's joining the marathon in mid-February, noting that this is the third time she'll be doing it in partnership with UNICEF Philippines.
“Running with a purpose has always made each kilometer even more meaningful. And for my 3rd marathon in Tokyo on March 5,” she wrote. “I’m dedicating it to help raise funds for child victims of violence, abuse, and exploitation.”
“I met with the UNICEF PH team and I learned about how children and women are in need of child protection services,” she continued, adding, “Last year, there was at least 9,000 cases of child abuse reported. But the cases are probably much higher.”
Anne first joined a premiere marathon in 2016 through the New York City Marathon, and then in the London Marathon in 2018 where she both finished a 42-kilometer run.