Body “For those not gifted with a great metabolism, the only way to ensure a healthy body is through dedication and hard work. From a young age, I have been an outdoor fitness freak. I strive to do more moderate-to-intense workouts whenever I can. Given the demands of my job, working out every day isn’t possible. But I at least try to clock three-four days a week.
“A typical day has me up at 6 am. I run for about 45 minutes, and on days I can’t do this, I hit the gym. As a matter of habit, even when I’m travelling, I carry my running shoes and gym attire, so I can make use of the fitness centre at the hotel where I am staying.
“Recently, we came up with yoga and zumba sessions at the office, which I try to do twice every week, if I am present.
“I am a qualified mountaineer from the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute in Darjeeling and had opportunities since my younger days to scale high-altitude mountains. Whenever I would prepare for a climb, arduous pre-climb workouts of 60 to 90 minutes every day helped me adapt to the high-altitude environment. This helps me even now, and doesn’t seem a drag or a strain to me.
Mumbai Marathon: Tata Bosses, Mary Kom, Milind Soman Join The Race; Sudha Sharma Wins
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Mumbaikars woke up early this Sunday for the 16th edition of Tata Mumbai Marathon. The big event saw thousands of participants from almost every walk of life. From politicians to film stars, from sports personalities to army officers, the 42 km dream run was steps ahead of its previous installments.
A record-breaking 46,414 number of people took part in the marathon which started at 5.30 am and ended at 2 pm.
Marathon Ambassador Mary Kom, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and his wife and singer Amruta Fadnavis, actor Gulshan Grover and Tina Ambani flagged off the big race.
While Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani completed half the marathon by running for 21 kms, actor and fitness enthusiast Milind Soman ran for the complete stretch. Actor Rahul Bose, Kartik Aaryan and actress Tara Sharma, too, took part in the race.
Participants were flagged off from the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and raced till the Bandra-Worli Sea Link and back to complete the race.
(In pic clockwise from left: Rajesh Gopinath, N. Chandrasekaran, Sudha Sharma, Milind Soman, Mary Kom)
Mumbaikars woke up early this Sunday for the 16th edition of Tata Mumbai Marathon. The big event saw thousands of participants from almost every walk of life. From politicians to film stars, from spo..
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Boxer Mary Kom was the brand ambassador of the 16th edition of Tata Mumbai Marathon. The 35-year-old flagged off the big race and was also spotted running with Mumbaikars.
Boxer Mary Kom was the brand ambassador of the 16th edition of Tata Mumbai Marathon. The 35-year-old flagged off the big race and was also spotted running with Mumbaikars.
Tata Group chairman N. Chandrasekaran (L) and TCS CEO Rajesh Gopinathan also took part in the Mumbai marathon. The Tata boss was spotted meeting with the TCS CEO at the finish line. He took part in the 2018 marathon as well and completed the first half within two hours and three minutes itself.
Tata Group chairman N. Chandrasekaran (L) and TCS CEO Rajesh Gopinathan also took part in the Mumbai marathon. The Tata boss was spotted meeting with the TCS CEO at the finish line. He took part in t..
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Steeplechase specialist and Asian Games gold medallist Sudha Sharma created history at the big marathon. The sports star not only won the Mumbai marathon in women's category, she also qualified for the World Championship in Doha with a personal best of 2:34:56.
Steeplechase specialist and Asian Games gold medallist Sudha Sharma created history at the big marathon. The sports star not only won the Mumbai marathon in women's category, she also qualified for t..
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Actor, model and fitness enthusiast Milind Soman (L) also took part in the Tata Mumbai Marathon. He was accompanied by wife Ankita (R) and his mother Usha Soman. The 53-year-old was one of the few who completed the 42 km long marathon.
Actor, model and fitness enthusiast Milind Soman (L) also took part in the Tata Mumbai Marathon. He was accompanied by wife Ankita (R) and his mother Usha Soman. The 53-year-old was one of the few wh..
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Actor Kartik Aaryan and actress Tara Sharma and Kajal Agarwal also took part in the Tata Mumbai Marathon. While Sharma and Agarwal went for a run with Mumbaikars, Aaryan chose to stay back and talk about about gender-based violence.
(In pic from left: Tara Sharma, Kartik Aaryan, Kajal Agarwal)
Actor Kartik Aaryan and actress Tara Sharma and Kajal Agarwal also took part in the Tata Mumbai Marathon. While Sharma and Agarwal went for a run with Mumbaikars, Aaryan chose to stay back and talk a..
“I’m a vegetarian, but I have egg whites. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for me, and I ensure I eat a filling, power-packed meal to start my day. I always carry an apple in my bag, which I eat between lunch and dinner. This ensures I don’t starve and my energy levels are maintained.
“A typical dinner for me is rice and sambhar, given my South Indian origins. My protein needs are met through the egg whites and pulses. I have never taken any supplements. Natural sources suit our body the best and refresh our minds. I restrict my cravings to Italian cuisine.”
Soul “I would define myself as a deeply spiritual and God-fearing person. I have been bought up in a traditional South Indian family. Spirituality has been a part of my value system, so I not only follow this way of life, but also believe in passing on these values to the next generation.
“I pray every day for 15-20 minutes, longer on Sundays. This is what has led me to be the person I am today.”
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Mind “There are several things one needs to do to condition one’s mind. To start with, you need to be composed, and for that, it’s important to develop listening skills. I listen to people around me, as it helps me get a clearer picture before I can take a call. My major hack has been a meditation habit that I do every Sunday. By nature, I am a restless person and have to keep myself busy. So, I practice meditation on Sundays.”
A Run For Their Money: Unique Races Around The World
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Marathons are a dime a dozen these days. But if adventure and wanting to beat the odds is more your thing, give these unique races around the world a shot.
Last man standing
This world run has a moving finish line in the form of a car. The vehicle starts moving 30 minutes into the race, and gradually increases its speed to out-run participants. The last person left running is declared the winner with all proceeds from the race going to fund spinal cord research. Participants from 58 countries across the world set off at exactly at the same time for this race. Last year, Polish runner Bartosz Olszewski ran 88.24km.
(Text: Shannon Tellis)
Marathons are a dime a dozen these days. But if adventure and wanting to beat the odds is more your thing, give these unique races around the world a shot.
Last man standing
This world run has a mo..
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If you’re going to only participate in one marathon, Bordeaux’s Marathon du Médoc is the way to go. Created in 1984 by a group of passionate marathoners, the 42.195 km circuit winds through the scenic vineyards of Médoc. Runners in fancy-dress costumes are encouraged to sample a variety of wines and gourmet food like oysters, steak, cheese and ice cream while enjoying the dulcet tones of 23 orchestras scattered across the course. Be warned though, registrations close at 8,500 participants, so book your spot early.
If you’re going to only participate in one marathon, Bordeaux’s Marathon du Médoc is the way to go. Created in 1984 by a group of passionate marathoners, the 42.195 km circuit winds through the sceni..
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If you thought running a marathon was tough, try doing it semi-naked. Last month, Manila held the city’s first underwear run which saw hundreds of near naked people pounding the pavement. Underwear runs have been around for over a decade and are generally held for a cause. Some crowd favourites are the annual Cupid’s Undie Run held on Valentine’s Day and the Gildan Underwear Run in New York which sees thousands strip and run a 1.7 mile course through Central Park.
If you thought running a marathon was tough, try doing it semi-naked. Last month, Manila held the city’s first underwear run which saw hundreds of near naked people pounding the pavement. Underwear r..
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Imagine sprinting alongside a 15,000-strong crowd of Han Solos, Jedis and Chewies while R2D2 and Stormtroopers cheer you on. A Galaxy fan’s paradise, the Star Wars Half Marathon sees racers run across a 13.1-mile course. Some daring participants even attempt the Darth Vader Challenge, a trifecta of the 5K, 10K and halfmarathon. Whether you run for the light or run for the dark, there is a sweet Star Wars-themed finishers medal up for grabs.
Imagine sprinting alongside a 15,000-strong crowd of Han Solos, Jedis and Chewies while R2D2 and Stormtroopers cheer you on. A Galaxy fan’s paradise, the Star Wars Half Marathon sees racers run acros..
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Said to be the world’s most dangerous race, the Jungle Marathon is a deadly 254 km course that winds through the Amazon rainforest in Brazil. Runners have six days to battle their way across inhospitable jungle terrain, including swamps with lurking snakes and crocs, with nothing more than a map, compass and kit with essentials like hammock, bottles, first aid etc. Designed to test the stamina and endurance of any ultra race competitor, runners are forced to use their skills, speed and navigation to make it safely from checkpoint to checkpoint.
Said to be the world’s most dangerous race, the Jungle Marathon is a deadly 254 km course that winds through the Amazon rainforest in Brazil. Runners have six days to battle their way across inhospit..
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