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City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office awarded SM City San Pablo guard SG Hassan Pasco a plaque of recognition for his selflessness and courageous efforts in saving a life during a critical and life-threatening situation on June 25, 2023.

While conducting his regular rounds, SG Pasco noticed a 74-year-old customer experiencing difficulty breathing due to something stuck in his throat. Fortunately, as a trained guard in first aid rescue techniques, he performed the Heimlich maneuver (Abdominal Thrusts) right away, saving the customer. 

SG Pasco is trained in first-aid rescue techniques and regularly undergoes refresher courses with a Certified First Aid Trainer from the Philippine Red Cross. These training sessions are conducted every morning before the mall opens.

CDRRMO Management Council in San Pablo, Laguna said that his quick thinking, decisive action, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the preservation of human life have made a remarkable impact on the community. SG Pasco also received P10,000 from the City Administration Office.

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Waist trainers won’t just enhance your physical appearance, but they will for sure, help you feel more empowered and confident in other aspects of your life. It will give you control over your life and also over your body. When you wear your waist trainer you are shaping your body into your desired look. 

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What can you find at Waistdear? 

Waistdear is a wholesale brand, which has been a leading shapewear factory since 2011. They have over 10 years of experience in the market, and cover more than 150 countries around the world. They focus mainly on shapewear and yoga wear, which also offers wholesale yoga leggings, that will be perfect for those who love practicing yoga. 

But when it comes to shapewear, you won’t only be finding waist trainers that will help you unleash your inner confidence but also new arrival shapewear every single new season and new year. 

What are waist trainers?

They are garments that have been designed to compress the midsection and create a lovely hourglass shape. They come in a few different styles and are made out of materials like nylon, latex, and spandex. And the way they work is that they apply pressure in the abdominal and waist area which reduces the waistline making it look slimmer. 

If you are considering wearing wholesale waist trainers, you must understand how they work. The compression causes sweating in the midsection which helps remove water weight excess. Some people say they help them to eat less and the compression helps them feel fuller in less time. 

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If you wear them for a longer time than you are supposed to can cause difficulty in breathing, discomfort, and even damage to your internal organs. Always start slowly and increase the time of wear gradually. Always listen to your body. 

Boosting your confidence

Waist trainers have been very popular and are still getting popular they are the best way to boost your confidence and enhance your figure. These are many of the ways wearing waist trainers achieve that. 

They create your ideal silhouette. They do it by cinching your waist and also smoothing out any bulges or bumps that might appear. This is great when you are wearing more form-fitting clothes, as they will look amazing on you and boost your self-esteem. 

Improved body posture. This is another amazing benefit of wearing waist trainers. Thanks to the support they offer to your back, they will encourage and help you to stand up straighter, and also, they will help you to maintain a better posture during the whole day. 

Enhanced results. They can be worn during your workouts and they will enhance your results. As they increase heat and sweat, they help to burn more calories and lose some weight quicker. 

How to choose the right one?

There are a few factors that you should consider if you really want to find the right waist trainer. 

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Comfort and fit. It is always important to get a waist trainer that doesn’t only properly fits you but it is also comfortable. If they are too loose or too tight, they can be either ineffective, painful, or uncomfortable. Always make sure to take your measurements and choose one that corresponds to them. Great options are the ones with adjustable laces or hooks. 

Quality and material. These are two factors that are crucial and should be taken into consideration. They need to be made of breathable, high-quality materials, so they won’t irritate the skin. You also want them to be long-lasting. 

Style and design. You always need to consider the design and style. There are many styles available, and you need to choose one that suits your needs and personal preferences. If you want to wear them under your clothing make sure they are seamless, so they are invisible under them. 

On July 6, SM Supermalls opened the pre-registration for SM Little Stars– the annual nationwide talent search for kids aged four to seven. Now in its 14th year, SM Little Stars has become a platform for some of the country’s biggest stars who are excelling in singing, acting, and modeling including 2013 Boy Grand Winner Nhikzy Calma, 2014 Girl Grand Winner Chun Sa Jung, 2013 3rd Runner-Up Esang De Torres, and 2017 Grand Girl Winner Gaea Salipot. 

From left to right: 2017 Grand Girl Winner Gaea Salipot, 2013 Boy Grand Winner Nhikzy Calma, 2013 3rd Runner-Up Esang De Torres, Sam Concepcion, and Teacher Georcelle Dapat-Sy of G-Force, SM Little Stars Project Head Hanna Carinna Sy, SM Supermalls President Steven Tan, SM Supermalls Senior Vice President for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin, Sparkle GMA Artist Center Vice President for Talent Development and Management Joy Marcelo, and National University Assistant Director of Admissions Alessa Shainne Hostalero at the SM Little Stars 2023 Media Launch in SM Megamall held last July 6, 2023.

“SM is and will always be a safe and nurturing place for the kids. Through SM Little Stars, we are staying true to our commitment to making the kids’ malling experience fun, memorable, and rewarding for them and their families. We want to make sure that this will be worth remembering for them,” said SM Supermalls Senior Vice President for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin.

SM Little Stars Project Head Hanna Carinna Sy also said, “After an absence of three years, we are happy to be together again to launch what is undoubtedly the biggest kiddie talent search in the country, which will be held in 70 malls from Baguio and Tuguegarao to Davao and Cagayan de Oro in Mindanao.”

SM Little Stars Project Head Hanna Carinna Sy greets guests during her Welcome Remarks.

The kids who will make the Grand Finals will be trained by celebrity mentors in a series of workshops to develop their talents and confidence on stage. The workshops will also encourage them to bond and make new friends with their co-participants.

2017 Grand Girl Winner Gaea Salipot performs for the audience.

2013 Boy Grand Winner Nhikzy Calma dances to a medley of hits.

2013 3rd Runner-Up Esang De Torres sings a song from The Little Mermaid.

Judge Sam Concepcion shares his advice for aspiring SM Little Stars singers.

Judge Teacher Georcelle gives dancing tips for would-be SM Little Stars dancers.

Stakes are higher in this year’s SM Little Stars with over P9 Million in cash and prizes starting with a brand new Suzuki S-presso Special Edition MT MC worth over P600,000; a one-year talent contract at Sparkle GMA Artist Center; a 100% Discount on college tuition fee and miscellaneous fees at National University; a five-day and four-night trip for two (2) to Hong Kong; a total of Php100,000 worth of cash and SM gift certificates (Php50,000 cash and Php50,000 worth of SM gift certificates); Php 30,000 worth of Toy Kingdom gift cards; an annual pass certificate for unlimited bowling game and skating admission valid for one (1) year; 30 regular ride tickets at SM by the Bay Amusement Park / Sky Ranch and gift vouchers for a two-night stay with breakfast for two (2) at Radisson Blu Cebu await one lucky boy and lucky girl winners!

SM Supermalls Senior Vice President for Marketing Joaquin San Agustin and Sparkle GMA Artist Center Vice President for Talent Development and Management Joy Marcelo seal the partnership between SM Supermalls and Sparkle GMA Artist Center for SM Little Stars winners.

To register, the parent/guardian must bring their child’s original and photocopy of their birth certificates as well as two (2) copies of 4R size of their photo taken with light make-up only with one (1) close-up shot and one (1) whole body shot to select SM Supermalls nationwide. This will be attached to their application form which should be filled up and signed by the parents and/or legal guardians. To apply online, go to: https://smsupermalls.com/smlittlestars/.

SM Little Stars 2023 will run from July 15 to August 27 so hurry and register your talented little ones! To know more about SM Little Kids and the complete list of prizes, visit smsupermalls.com or follow @SMSupermalls on social media.