Thursday, April 2, 2015

STEPUP 4K -MINITHON -2015 - “ Step towards good health “

Thu, Apr 2, 2015 at 5:17 PM
Start from PAU Gate No.2, Ludhiana at 6 am. on April 12th 
Ludhiana:2 April 2015: (Health and Fitness screen Bureau):
Pancham Hospital is committed to encourage and motivate people about their Health and to emphasize the importance of Healthy life style.  On the occasion of World Health Day, Pancham Hospital is Organizing  “Step Up 4K Minithon” from PAU Gate No.2, Ludhiana at 6 am. on April 12th , 2015.  The run will end at Pancham Hospital, with a distance of 4 kilometers. On this occasion Dr. R.P Singh said that the theme for the Minithon is “ Step Towards good health “. Dr. Singh said, “An active lifestyle is the best medicine for all diseases. Doing even a simple exercise like walking for 30-45 minutes each day can prevent diseases like diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol. We need to take out time for our health from our hectic schedule.”

Harmanpreet Singh, the director at Pancham Hospitals said, “The purpose of this mini marathon is to spread awareness. We want to promote a culture of active lifestyle in Ludhiana. The marathon will start from PAU Gate no. 2, and end at Pancham Hospital. At the hospital, we will measure the blood pressure and blood sugar levels of all patients.”

Dr. Aseem Kapila, Pancham Hospital’s chief Orthopaedic surgeon said, “Exercise can strengthen bones over time. This will mitigate the effects of age related bone diseases. Mobility is essential for good bone health.”

Talking on the occasion, Dr. Kanwaljit (Gynaecologist) said that exercise is essential even for pregnant women. “Often, pregnant women gain a lot of excessive weight as they are scared of working out during pregnancy. This is unhealthy for the mother as well as the child.”

On this occasion more than 1000 people are going to participate  across the region including Senior citizens, Professionals , doctors, athletes etc.

The Minithon will be starting from  PAU Gate no.2 to Pancham Hospital.  Via Verka milk Plant , Minithon will be 4 k.m.  Minithon will be categorized in three  age groups  .  The winners will be awarded with cash prizes, cash vouchers, certificate and Trophies. The Minithon will be  inaugurated by the Honorable  Deputy Commissioner of the Police (Crime Branch -Mr. Naveen Singla) .  Everyone can register  themselves  in PAU , Leisure valley, Rose Garden ,Guru Nanak Stadium and Kipps Market from  April 04, 2015 onwards. On the spot registration will also be available  For self Registration & for further assistance , kindly  contact at 8725008725.