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| Butch Bernas: 'Be yourself.' |
Last thing VRS asked Butch Matildo Jala Bernas, Ph. D. during a Zoom interview was what three words best described him.
Simple. Jolly. Traveller.
He proved it by answering the rest of the questions with honesty, with no holds barred and without mincing words.
As
an educator and cultural worker, Butch is also a "fitspiration". With
his determination to stay fit and healthy, he goes to J-One Gym Xtreme
(3F Ingki's Building in Janssen Heights in Barangay Dampas, Tagbilaran
City) where he works out regularly. Zoom out a bit and you notice his
almost to-die-for body.
Asked if he’d agree to do some “sexy talk,” Butch begged off.
So VRS veered away from such topic and turned serious including what his biggest fear is during this COVID-19 pandemic.
"My
biggest fear during this pandemic, of course, is if get infected
without available vaccine yet, " Butch admitted, "My family’s health is
my main priority right now."
How do you protect yourself from COVID-19?
"Following
health protocols (wearing face mask, washing hands with soap and water,
use alcohol and observe social distancing) set by the Inter-Agency Task
Force (IATF) and the City Health and keeping fit," said the erstwhile
member of the famous Bukang Liwayway Dance Troupe (BLDT) and
subsequently named Mr BLDT 2010.
Career-wise, shared Butch, he’s happy he decided to transfer to a new school assignment.
Thank goodness he is fancy-free.
Butch weighs 158 lbs.; and wears medium-size shirts and size-10 shoes.
What is your motto in life? "Be yourself."
What do you want to achieve? "Having a cross-fit body, enjoying some photo shoots for personal keeps and memorabilia."
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Butch Bernas says keeping fit is the best defense against the virus, aside from following the protocols. |
What diet do you follow? "I’m following an intermittent diet for now."
How do you keep fit? "Caloric count and going to the gym for fitness."
What
regimen do you do to achieve that fit body? "Sleep early, taking
vitamins, eating foods rich in proteins, avoid eating too much
carbohydrates and oily foods, drink plenty of water. If possible, no to
soda drinks."
What is sexy to you? "It depends on how you perceive a person’s eyes."
What part of your body do you consider sexiest? "Having a tan skin complexion and a tantalizing eyes."
Most treasured people: "My family and intimate close friends."
Most
treasured childhood treasures: "Childhood is the most unforgettable
period of my life. Everyone has childhood memories. My childhood
memories took place in Pilar, Bohol. We had a small convenience store
where kids loved to buy our favorite snacks. I also involved myself in
many church and community activities."
Most
treasured travel destination: "My Japan trip. I love Japan because of
its incredible mountain scenery, architecture, history, culture and
tradition, and of course, the incredible cuisine."
Most
treasured moment as an educator: "I graduated my PhD in Educational
Management. By God's grace, I was promoted in my workplace despite
several odds."
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