Wellness on the Move: St. Joseph Drug's celebrated fun run returns stronger

What began as a milestone celebration for St. Joseph Drug's 65th anniversary in 2023 has grown into one of North Luzon's most anticipated fitness events.

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The Wellness on the Move Fun Run has become a biannual tradition, drawing families, friends, and fitness enthusiasts to scenic routes in Baguio City and Lingayen, Pangasinan.

This year's Lingayen leg, held on Nov. 29, 2025, was not only the sixth in the series but also its most meaningful yet. The run was originally set for Nov. 8, but with the threat of Super-Typhoon Uwan looming over Pangasinan that same weekend — and the province bracing for what would become one of the worst storms to hit the area — the organizers made the prudent choice to reschedule.

For St. Joseph Drug, the decision was clear: safety had to come first.

By the time the run pushed through on Nov. 29, the Lingayen Baywalk — its iconic venue — was still undergoing rehabilitation. The storm had left visible scars, with parts of the Baywalk damaged. Yet the sight of more than 1,800 participants filling the Baywalk with energy and color sent a powerful message: wellness and community spirit endure even in the face of adversity.

St. Joseph Drug, the leading regional pharmacy chain in North Luzon with more than 120 stores, has long been a trusted partner in health. For decades, it has provided accessible and affordable medicines and essentials to communities across the region. The Fun Run extends this mission by encouraging people to embrace a get-well, stay-well lifestyle through shared fitness activities.