Ultimate squat challenge held at Senapati to promote healthy life
Source: The Sangai Express
Senapati, June 22 2025:
With an aim to promote fitness and healthy lifestyle in Senapati, former Mega Mister North East winner P Achevei in collaboration with The Muscle Studio Gym, Kathikho Karong organised the Ultimate Squat Challenge at Astro Turf, Senapati.
18 competitors attempted to squat as many times as possible in 2 minutes during the challenge which was open to all.
The participants had to bend/squat till knee level/below knee level while holding up an Olympic barbell weight.
Addressing the media, P Achevei stated that he undertook the initiative to promote mental and physical health and also to set an example to society that it is very important to live a fit and healthy lifestyle in one's day to day life, regardless of one's age and profession and to make it a memorable day for his birthday as a contribution to the youths of Senapati.
Reipao Raimai (Vakho) bagged the first position and walked away with Rs 6000 while Hriipunii (Senapati Bazar) and Ringsophy Lutkham, a lady from Jakaimei in Senapati, secured the second and third position which came with Rs 4000 and Rs 2000 in cash prizes.
Five consolation prizes of Rs 500 each were awarded to Akash Pradhan, Abhishek Tamang, Hem Subba, Ashang Hungyo and Gabriel.
The organising committee expressed sincere gratitude to the Senapati District Olympic Association, Manipur for granting permission to organise the event at the ground.