Apollo Women’s Hospitals Organises “Well Women Walkathon”

 


Apollo Women’s Hospitals organised the “Well Woman Walkathon” commemorating International Women’s day. The walkathon held on 6th March was flagged off by Mr. Jose Fredrick, Film Director, Mrs. Joy Crizildaa, Stylist & Costume Designer, Mr. SudeepK, Global HR Director, ICS BFSI. The Walk ended at Apollo Women's Hospitals, Shafee Mohammed Road where Ms. BharathiBaskar, Director City Bankand eminent speaker and Ms.MaalicaRavikumar, Life Coach (D/0 Mr. KS Ravikumar Film Director) felicitated and encouraged the women participants in maintaining health and fitness. Dr Sumana Manohar,Senior Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Apollo Women's Hospitals shared inspirational messages and tips on women’s health.


Around 100 women doctors, nurses, paramedical staff and students from Madras School of Social Work participated in the 3 KM “Well woman walk” organised by Apollo Women’s Hospitals. The march was organised to promote the role of fitness and exercise in the daily routine of woman and to stress on the importance of highlights the benefits of walking.The walkathon was flagged off at 6 AM from Ignite 101, Opposite Loyola College and concluded at Apollo Women’s Hospitals, Shafee Mohammed Road, Thousand Lights. 

On this occasion, Dr.Sumana Manohar, Senior Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Apollo Women's Hospitalsdelivered health talk to the participants during the felicitation. She said, “Walking is a great way to improve or maintain your overall health. Just 30 minutes every day can increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthen bones, reduce excess body fat, and boost muscle power and endurance. It can also reduce your risk of developing conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, obesity-related cancers etc. Walking is low impact, requires minimal equipment, can be done at any time of day and can be performed at your own pace. Walking is a great starting point for those who are starting to exercise and can be followed up with higher intensity activities. This is especially true for the middle-aged and the elderly, where intense exercises can lead to bone & joint issues. Walking improves mobility of the joints. Other advantages of walking include making friends and developing a social network”. 

 Participants were given certificate and mementos as an appreciation.

 

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