MANILA, Philippines - At age 50, Frank Lacson, known as the country’s “Grand Daddy†of triathlon for the past 30 years, is barely slowing down from his game.
From his penultimate foray into the sport in 1992 as the first Filipino triathlete to compete overseas, Frank has impressively dominated both local and international leagues in various periods. With a fiery commitment to his career success, Frank is indeed way beyond retirement. In 2013, he clinched successes in the Subic International Marathon 42K (10th overall) and the National AG Triathlon Subic AG (50-54 age group, 2nd place). The icon has also earned a lifetime achievement award for his accomplishments in the sport and, just recently, broke the tape for his milestone 123rd triathlon in 2013.
Yet, even as a celebrated gold medalist, Frank has his own serious bouts with physical challenges. “Even with steady exercise and healthy lifestyle routines, the body tends to show signs of aging, like in the form of frequent leg cramps, knee pains and injuries. Which is why besides adjusting workout routines, it greatly helps to have a training aid, like CEP compression socks,†says Frank.
“From the moment it’s put on, my lower legs feel they’ve warmed up already. The socks seem so magical, like shock absorbers,†he muses.
Developed using the advanced stitching technology by Medi, the world leader in medical compression stockings and garments with over 40 years of renowned expertise, the socks are medically proven to provide improved circulation, preventative function, muscle and joint stabilization, increased coordination, and faster reaction.
The CEP compression socks’ beneficial technology features include the Additus+ System (which dynamically combines compression and functionality), CellTex Fiber finishing (a new refinement of thread that facilitates the biological activation of skin cells), and iPS Integrated power system (which improves blood circulation and enhances performance).
Exclusively distributed by Sports Resources Inc., the CEP compression socks are available at selected Tobys, Runnr, Olympic World, Royal Sporting House, Extreme Bike Shop, Secondwind Proshop, Centercourt Inc., Planet Sports, The Athlete’s Foot, and Brooks Concept Store. For more information, call 651-7777 (local 839) or visit www.sriphils.com.