Hemang

Join us in this captivating podcast conversation as we delve into the inspiring journey of Shajan Samuel, a Corporate Ultra Runner. Through a series of insightful interviews, we explore the mindset, motivation, and preparation behind tackling difficult terrains, staying motivated for a 100 km run, and the challenges faced by an “aam aadmi” (common man) in preparing their body for such arduous targets.

Chapter Headers:
0:00 Get introduced to Shajan Samuel, a remarkable corporate ultra runner who has conquered the most challenging terrains. Discover the person behind the incredible accomplishments and learn about his journey towards becoming an exemplary athlete. 
02:06 When you run difficult terrains, what goes through the mind? In this chapter, we dive deep into the mind of Shajan Samuel as he reveals what thoughts and emotions he experiences while traversing difficult terrains. Discover the mental fortitude required to overcome obstacles and push oneself to the limit. 
07:33 How to stay motivated for a 100 km run? Discover the secrets to maintaining unwavering motivation for a 100 km run. Shajan Samuel shares his insights, personal strategies, and tips to remain determined and driven throughout the challenging ultra-run journey. Discover how dedication and a strong mindset can contribute to success. 
11:48 As an “aam aadmi”, how does one prepare the body for taking on such difficult targets? In this chapter, Shajan Samuel sheds light on how an average individual can prepare their body to take on unthinkable challenges. Learn about the training techniques, physical conditioning, and lifestyle adjustments necessary to excel as an ultra-runner. 
23:09 What did your recovery and diet look like during a normal, working day? Discover the crucial role of recovery and proper nutrition in Shajan Samuel's journey as a corporate ultra runner. Gain valuable insights into his recovery routines, balanced diet plans, and the strategies he incorporates into his daily life in order to stay at peak performance, even while juggling a corporate career. 
27:49 Turning point for cracking the ultra runs: In this captivating chapter, Shajan Samuel shares the pivotal moment that transformed him into a successful ultra-runner. Explore the challenges he faced along the way and how he overcame them. Be inspired by his journey to conquer unimaginable feats and discover how it can ignite your own aspirations. 

Join us on this remarkable and motivational journey as we explore the incredible story of Shajan Samuel – Corporate Ultra Runner. Through his experiences and wisdom, you'll gain valuable insights, inspiration, and practical strategies to push your own boundaries and achieve greatness.

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This is a conversation with Ved Krishna, the founder of Pakka Inc. At Pakka, they build and invest towards sustainable packaging (bags, flexible packaging and moulded products) from agricultural residues. We talk about their innovation process, company culture, sustainability, and more. This was a very insightful conversation and Ved shares some wonderful points for life.

5:20 – 8:35 Innovation in sustainable packaging for the food industry

12:08 – How to develop an innovation culture

14:37 – 20:57 Management tips for success in Sustainability 

20:58 – 29:41 Sankhya Pranali for Family businesses to scale up 

29:42 – 33:06 Four Key Lessons by Ved Krishna 
             
33:07 – FIP Focused Improvement Plans for Innovation

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In this episode, we sit down with Coach Jiwanjot Teja, who has won the prestigious Dronacharya award for coaching in India. Coach Teja shares his top tips for training, nutrition, all-weather conditioning, and controlling heart rate for competitions. He also shares his journey to becoming India's top archery coach and the challenges he faced along the way. Whether you're an archer yourself or just looking for some motivation and guidance, this episode is not to be missed.

इस कड़ी में, हम कोच जीवनजोत तेजा के साथ बैठते हैं, जिन्होंने भारत में कोचिंग के लिए प्रतिष्ठित द्रोणाचार्य पुरस्कार जीता है। कोच तेजा प्रतियोगिताओं के लिए प्रशिक्षण, पोषण, सभी मौसम की अनुकूलता और हृदय गति को नियंत्रित करने के लिए अपने शीर्ष सुझाव साझा करते हैं। उन्होंने भारत के शीर्ष तीरंदाजी कोच बनने के अपने सफर और रास्ते में आने वाली चुनौतियों के बारे में भी बताया। चाहे आप खुद एक तीरंदाज हों या बस कुछ प्रेरणा और मार्गदर्शन की तलाश में हों, इस एपिसोड को मिस नहीं करना चाहिए।

Time Stamps

0.50 – Winning in Punjab’s Archery competitions | पंजाब की तीरंदाजी प्रतियोगिताओं में जीत

1:40 – Initial days as an archer | एक तीरंदाज के रूप में शुरुआती दिन

4:00 – Key support provided by Punjab University | पंजाब विश्वविद्यालय द्वारा प्रदान की जाने वाली प्रमुख सहायता

5:00 – Athlete travel in the 90s | 90 के दशक में एथलीट यात्रा

6:40 – His coaching journey | उनकी कोचिंग यात्रा

9:00 – Indian vs Korean archers, ***training at high altitudes*** | भारतीय बनाम कोरियाई तीरंदाज, ***ऊंचाई पर प्रशिक्षण**

11:20 – how nutrition affects archers | पोषण तीरंदाजों को कैसे प्रभावित करता है

14:40 – Body type required for archery | तीरंदाजी के लिए आवश्यक बॉडी टाइप

17:20 – Heart rate in archers | तीरंदाजों में हृदय गति

18:50 – How to be still in archery | धनुर्विद्या में स्थिर कैसे रहें

20:00 – Always practice against tough competition | कड़ी प्रतिस्पर्धा के खिलाफ हमेशा अभ्यास करें

21:00 – How to handle big moments in archery competition | तीरंदाजी प्रतियोगिता में बड़े पलों को कैसे संभालें

22:00 – All weather conditioning | सभी मौसम कंडीशनिंग

24:10 – Practicing for time crunch in archery competition | तीरंदाजी प्रतियोगिता में समय की कमी के लिए अभ्यास

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Today on #InnovationSportsLife we have someone who runs insane distances. She recently ran 100km non-stop (about 11 hours), and holds three Guinness world records. In 2019, she ran from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, The Trans India Run Challenge. She covered almost 4000 km in 87 days (13 days before the world record timeline), became the fastest female runner to run from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, and set a new world record. In 2021, she completed her 2nd world record running challenge, The Golden Quadrilateral Run Challenge; it was 6000 Km long. She not just completed the challenge but broke the previous record by 82 days. After Golden Quadrilateral Run, she ran on one of the world’s most challenging roads, The Manali to Leh Highway. She completed that Manali-Leh Running challenge in 6 Days and 12 hours. In July 2022, she completed her 4th expedition, The Siachen-Kargil Run (470 KM in 6 days and 8 hours). It was a tribute run to our army Bravehearts on the Kargil Vijay Diwas. 

Get ready to hear from Sufiya Sufi. Watch the full episode now.

01:31 – Running for 11 hours straight
03:45 – How India appears to an Ultra Runner
05:45 – The Zone for a runner
06:15 – Music while running
07:15 – Planning nutrition and rest during runs
08:05 – How villages help runners
08:40 – A beautiful moment in Kashmir
10:30 – Himalayan ultrarun – Manali to Leh
16:24 – What not to do for Ladakh runs
19:37 – Food in remote areas
21:15 – Bio breaks for ultra runners face
24:00 – How to keep going for tough targets
26:00 – Qatar Expedition

Support Sufiya's expeditions at https://www.ketto.org/fundraiser/support-sufiyas-next-fkt-running-challenge-fastest-run-across-qatar

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