Ex-President FVR takes a dip at Hundred Islands

Former Philippine President Fidel V. Ramos took time out to do what he does best – scuba diving at the famous Hundred Islands, this city.

Over the weekend, the 83-year old Ramos put on his complete gear and managed to do some push- ups and sit-ups before finally diving into the sea.

He encouraged elderly people like him to take time to swim as the activity adds buoyancy to the body.
"Para sa mga senior citizens kagaya ko, masarap yung lumangoy sa dagat. Nagkakaroon ng additional buoyancy about 30 percent," Ramos said.

Ramos said he grew up in the sea which explains why swimming serves as a therapy for him. "Magaan ang mga buto- buto mo. Parang therapy sa akin kasi laki ako sa dagat," he added.

The Hundred islands is also known for its giant clams found underneath the waters which makes diving even more exciting.

Mayor Hernani Braganza, who swam side by side with Ramos, is thankful of the former President's visit as the move showcases other sports that can be done in the island.

"Makikita ng mga tao na hindi lang snorkeling, swimming o kayaking ang magagawa dito kundi pati scuba diving," Braganza said.

He explained that it is because of the city government's intensified campaign against illegal fishing that the bounty and richness of the sea in the gulf has been restored.-PIA — ARA