Fitness major GOQii, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is set to launch the highly anticipated ‘Fit India Champions’ podcast series under the flagship Fit India Mission.
Scheduled to commence on January 27, this innovative podcast series aims to bring to light the extraordinary achievements and inspiring narratives of India’s sporting heroes. The inaugural episode features the sensational armless archer, Sheetal Devi, whose triumphant gold-winning debut at the 2023 Asian Para Games in Hangzhou captivated audiences worldwide.
Sharing her daily routine, Sheetal Devi revealed, “I train for 6-7 hours every day, starting my day with stretching the bow and then playing matches with my brother and sister. My inner mantra is ‘koshish karne walon ki kabhi haar nahi hoti’ (those who try never lose), and this helps me win matches.”
Following this remarkable start, the podcast will feature world and Olympic javelin champion Neeraj Chopra, who shares insights into his professional journey and emphasizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle for peak mental performance. Chopra’s episode is scheduled for release on February 10.
Fitness Ki Dose Championed by PM and Neeraj Chopra in Fit India Champions Podcast
Highlighting the significance of fitness, Neeraj Chopra remarked, “The Hon’ble Prime Minister of India has given the clarion call of ‘Fitness ki dose, aadha ghanta roz’ (a dose of fitness, half an hour every day), but you can go beyond the training time of 30 minutes a day. It depends on the needs of your body and needs to be done with proper balance, not overworking your body.”
Hosted by Ms. Ekta Vishnoi, the Deputy Director General of the Sports Authority of India and Mission Director of Fit India, the 10-part series promises intimate and insightful conversations. The episodes will be available on various digital and social media platforms, including YouTube, with releases scheduled for every second and fourth Saturday.
Featuring a diverse lineup of athletes and fitness influencers, including Arjun Vajpayee, Tokyo Paralympics gold medalist Sumit Antil, and Commonwealth Games 2022 gold medalist boxer Nitu Ghanghas, the ‘Fit India Champions’ podcast series aims to offer sports enthusiasts a unique glimpse into the lives of India’s sporting icons.
Launched by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in 2019, the Fit India Movement continues to gain momentum, promoting physical activity and healthy habits across the nation. As India gears up for the Paris Olympics in July-August 2024, the ‘Fit India Champions’ podcast series is poised to provide invaluable insights into the lifestyles of the country’s sporting legends.
