Kohima: In stark contrast to the deserted streets elsewhere in Kohima due to the ongoing indefinite shutdown on Saturday, the Officer’s Hill area buzzed with energy as the 9th edition of the Nagaland Street Fitness competition took center stage.
The event saw 97 athletes battle it out in various strength and fitness categories, showcasing their dedication and determination.
Organised by fitness enthusiasts including Ketsieu Talie, Vizo Savi, Theja Kire, Yanpvuo Kikon, Kenny Soru (Team Friction), Neli Dominic, Atsibu Üsou, Neingurano Kipu, and Vikehenuo Zumvu, the competition offered a platform for athletes to test their limits.
The spotlight shone bright on the following winners:
- Strongest Gym: Battleground Gym, Kohima
- Best Physique:
- Champion (Men): Kikrukhrielie (Khriezo) Dzeyie (Power Gym Kohima)
- Vice Champion (Men): Tokito Sumi (Primal Fitness, Dimapur/Chumu)
- Champion (Women): Hatdeiphal (IG Sports Academy, Kohima)
- Vice Champion (Women): Angel Tamang (Bodycraft Gym, Dimapur)
- Arm Wrestling:
- Champion (Men): Avilie Zuyie
- Vice Champion (Men): Francis
- Champion (Women): Vikehenuo Zumvu
- Vice Champion (Women): Hatdeiphal
- Nagaland’s Fittest Man and Woman:
- Champion (Men): Luvoto Rhakho
- Vice Champion (Men): Atsi
- Champion (Women): Norezono Kuotsu
- Vice Champion (Women): Hatdeiphal
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The event was supported by Joldi Pabo, Lhouvi Mezhur, Etsi Ngullie, Moalong Jamir, Protein Planet India, ZesTA – Taekwondo Academy, Lily Hansu, Avitso Lcho, Tsükrü Group, Fitlab Gym (Paramedical), Noksa (Jail Colony), Veduzo Sasu (RDO, RD), Decibel Sound System, Genesis Fitness Club, Kumar Shop (Prem) Lower Midland Kohima, Dr. Ganesh (Battleground Gym), and NBBFA (Nagaland Body Building and Fitness Association).
A total cash reward of Rs 80,000 was awarded to the winners of the various contests.
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