Summary
Event Name: Pre-Fitness for Freedom Run for MBA students.
Objective: To assess the fitness level of individuals before the Freedom Run/Walk event which will be taking place in the Lavale Campus on the 15 th of August 2023.
Outcome: The students participated with full energy and maintained that enthusiasm throughout the marathon. They got a feel of what to expect and built their confidence to finish the marathon.
Dauntless- The Sports and Wellness committee of SIBM-H organized a pre-fitness trial run for the MBA Batch on 4 th August 2023 at 7:00 am.
The marathon is a symbol of human endurance, perseverance, and determination. Completing the target distance is a remarkable feat that requires months of dedicated training and mental fortitude.
Crossing the finish lines represents overcoming physical and mental barriers, inspiring individuals to achieve their goals and push their limits.
The event was organized in front of the main gate of SIBM-Hyderabad. In total of 16 participants had registered for the marathon.
They had to take a lap of 8, covering the entire area of the campus. The event started at sharp 7:00 am.
All the participant’s dedication and motivation to complete those 8 laps was highly commendable.
The assigned POCs were of great help to the participants. They were present at every turn and made sure the participants were safe and healthy.
The winner of the marathon from boys was Siddhant Baruah who came up first and finished the run in 50 mins 3 seconds followed by Soumyadip Roy who finished it in 52 mins 28 secs.
(First winner: Siddhant Baruah)
(Second Winner: Soumyadip Roy)
And from the girls, it was Isha Singh who came first and finished it in 1 hr 12 min 52 secs followed by Bhagya Sree who completed it in 1hr 16 mins.
(Participants running in the marathon)
The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not winning but taking part; the essential thing in life is not conquering but fighting well." - Pierre de Coubertin.
So, all those who participated are also winners. It’s all about enjoying and having fun.
In Conclusion, the Pre-Fitness for Freedom Run had been a resounding success.
Dauntless- The Sports and Wellness Committee is looking forward to arranging more such marathons since it’s not only benefitting our physical health but also our mental health and overall well-being.