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We Attended The Launch Of Watsons' #GetActive Fest And We Can't Wait For The Real Thing

This year introduces Strong by Zumba which is a is a revolutionary high-intensity workout.

Cover image via watsonsmalaysia

On Wednesday, 7 August, we attended the launch of Watsons' #GETACTIVE Festival

The festival is part of the Watsons' #GETACTIVE campaign, a health initiative to further promote healthy living and positioning Watsons as the ideal healthy and beauty shopping destination.

Continuing the success of the previous Watsons 'Move Your Body' Zumba event, the largest Zumba gathering in Malaysia, this year Watsons hopes to garner more Zumba lovers to join in the fun!

This year, fans will be introduced to 'Strong by Zumba' which is a is a revolutionary high-intensity workout using the tempo of the music to get your body into high gear. Think burpees, push-ups, and other high-impact moves.

The festival is meant to bring together fitness enthusiasts of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds

That's us on the far left!

Image via Watsons Malaysia

During the launch, managing director of Watsons Malaysia Caryn Loh said, "We are always committed to promoting a healthy lifestyle and this is our sixth year in organising the Watsons #GETACTIVE Fest."

"Exercise is an agent of unity and brings together Malaysians from all backgrounds and ages."

This year, SAYS is also an official online media partner for the #GETACTIVE Fest. 

Zumba instructors Deno Au and Alex Phang impressed everyone with their awesome moves

While Strong by Zumba Malaysia representative Sunny Cheong also gave us a glimpse on what to expect during the festival

Watsons Malaysia hopes to bring together 10,000 participants at this year's festival

Aside from Zumba, there will be food trucks, a health and beauty bazaar, wellness workshops, and also a fitness arcade with fun games for everyone.

The event will be held on Saturday, 19 October at Sunway Lagoon Surf Beach

Tickets are now available at any Watsons store in the Klang Valley or they can also be purchased online at RM38.40 each.

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