In pictures: Kids take the first step towards fitness at Kolkata Kiddathon 2022
Over 2,300 children, aged between six months and 16 years, participated in six different races at Eco Park
By
Vedant Karia |
Published 27.11.22, 07:35 PM
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November 27 was a special day. Over 2,300 children, from ages six months to 16 years, ran, not in competition with others, but with themselves, as Eco Park became abuzz with energy at the sixth edition of Kiddathon, organised by Ladies Circle India and Round Table
Photos: Amit Datta
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The theme of this year’s event was ‘Super Hero Run’. It encouraged children to embrace their inner hero. In keeping with the theme, the races were fittingly named after Batman (4km), Catwoman (2.5km), Iron Man (1.25km), Thor (1.25km), Captain America (600m) and Hulk (600m)
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To make the event more enjoyable for kids while emphasising exercise, the morning began with a Zumba session
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Amit Roy beamed proudly after his daughters (L-R) Aradhya and Divyanka, completed the Thor and Batman races respectively. “I saw a feeling of accomplishment on my daughters faces after they completed their races. Such an event challenges the kids and teaches them not just physical fitness, but mental toughness too,” he said
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Strength and conditioning coach Ranadeep Moitra (centre) was there with his team from Endorphins to hype up the kids. “This event isn’t just about introducing kids to a new level of activity, but also making it fun — thereby instilling the benefits of health within the younger generation. If this initiative can create future runners, it would be a service to society, and I think schools can play a huge role by taking part in it more proactively,’ he said
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‘How’s the josh?’ ‘High Sir!’ was the battle cry that rang out before every run
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Bike marshalls ensured that the race was held safely
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Neha Patni was all smiles when her son Arham (second from right) and nephews (L-R) Ayaansh, Avyaan and Raj, completed the Catwoman Race. ‘It was a power-packed morning and the kids had a lot of fun. Such events help introduce kids to running and community exercise at an early age,’ she said
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In keeping with the motto of healthy self competition, there were no ‘Top 3’ prizes. The kids reciprocated by giving it their all as they approached the finish line. As passionate runner Meeta Modi (right) put it, ‘We want the kids to understand the importance of completing something, and never giving up. It’s about getting them together, to multiply their energy’
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‘Kolkata Kiddathon has generated a lot of love each year, as the value we provide to kids in the community continues to grow,’ said Abhay Doshi, chairman, Round Table 17, the organiser of Kiddathon 2022.
