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Some victories begin long before the finish line.

For years, the young athletes of Kattikulam Academy competed in borrowed shoes. Today, they’re chasing their dreams in shoes they can truly call their own.

We’re proud to partner with Gear of Change to support these incredible athletes.

This reel features one of those champions in action, proof that when talent meets opportunity, remarkable things can happen.

Here’s to every throw, every stride, and every dream in motion 🤩💙👟

#Plaeto #GearOfChange #PlayYourWay #MadeForMovement #HammerThrow by @gearofchange

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3 months ago

Women do lift some!

Thank me later.

#womenwholiftandrun #fitabove40s #marathoner
#womenwholiftweights #fyp by @gearofchange

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5 months ago

HYROX Rotterdam!!

Why HYROX?

I’ve followed HYROX for 4 years since my UK days, watching athletes like @jade.skillen and thinking maybe someday. As a marathoner with a strong strength base, it always felt like a natural fit.

When HYROX launched in India, it never aligned with my marathon cycles. But after the New Delhi Marathon, I finally had an off-season window to try something new.

And what a place to debut — HYROX Rotterdam by HYROX Benelux, the biggest event in Europe. Global athletes. Immaculate organisation. Standards set HIGH.

I didn’t train specifically for this. I kept my run training on , sharp with some great workouts. I also attended a few semi simulations that helped me understand the format. I couldn't do a 100 percent race simulation.

For an international SOLO debut, I chose to take it easy — to test what I already had and see how far it would take me. I wanted to enjoy the experience.

It showed me my strengths, exposed my weaknesses, and most importantly — showed me exactly where to go next.

And I’m told it was a great SOLO debut…
No noise. Just execution. And Zero penalties!
A quiet 1:47 hr finish !!

Onwards and upwards!

#HYROXBenelux #HYROXRotterdam
#HYROXWomen #HYROXDebut #hybridathlete by @gearofchange

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6 months ago

From unboxing to the podium! 🏆👟

We are beyond thrilled to share that the Katikulam Academy team has officially won the Wayanad District Athletic Meet 2025

When we sent 30 pairs of Plaeto shoes to these young athletes earlier this year, we knew they had the heart, they just needed the gear to match.

After years of relying on borrowed shoes, these champions stepped onto the track in pairs that were truly theirs for the first time.

Seeing that “victory lap” feeling captured in these photos is exactly why we believe in the power of play.

Congratulations to the athletes, coaches, and the visionaries Asha N S and Zuhra Cherukappalli who made this connection possible.

#champion #victory #post #empoweringyouth #socialimpact by @gearofchange

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6 months ago

Real Women Real Talk Menopause.
8 th Mar Sunday 4:30 PM IST.

Panel with @meerabhogal @pavi_thrives !

Please comment WISE, I will send the link to join. It is free to join.

Please share with all women in your circle. This could be one of the best gifts you could give them this Woman's day. Age no bar, but definitely if you are someone above 35- this conversation really matters. And if you are a woman who is keen on long term fitness and health, you should be there.

#womensfitness #perimenopause #menopause #hormonalhealth #fyp by @gearofchange

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8 months ago

@tatamumbaimarathon Race pics.
80 percent cardio and 20 percent survival instinct kicking in.. :)

How racing with an unexpected chest congestion looked like. Adapting and aiming the finish line must be a skill that training and races teach you over a period of time. Plus what an event like TMM can do- the energy and vibes pulls you through in spite of the struggle. Grateful for a good day.

Race Gear : @pumaindia Deviate Nitro Elite 3.
Nutrition: @fastandup_india
Coach @vira75
Strength @somyarout2806 @bijoy_joseph_bastian @itsmartin_tom @stairs.physio

#TMM2026 #fastandupfitsquad #pumarunning
#solesofbangalore by @gearofchange

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8 months ago

The most asked question last few days wrt TMM context and runner circuit was about my pacing experience and if I am pacing at @tatamummarathon this time. Feel happy and grateful at the same time - Speak about the impact of a job well done at a prestigious forum.
I was the official 2:10 HM pacer at TMM 2025. The impact was not just that I paced a successful bus, it was the connection I built with my runners over 3 weeks before the event sharing all insights running, so they arrived assured. And the bond most of them still share with me.

If there’s one thing Mumbai taught me was this:
pacing here is a lot about people than just pace.

Your runners will arrive nervous, hopeful, overtrained, underconfident, and everything in between.
Before they trust your watch, they will trust your presence.

To all my friends Pacing for TMM tomorrow,

I just want to share this—
As a pacer, it's OKAY if you are nervous. Even a pacer can be nervous.
Given It is a huge responsibility.
Stay calm.
Stay steady.
Use the energy and Vibes of Mumbai.
Talk to your runners. Reassure them.
Remind them to hydrate early.
Run wise.
Lead well.
Trust yourself. 🏁

Have a memorable pacing experience.

@hamsini.srinivasan
#tatamummarathon #tmm2026 #marathoner #pacer
#fyp by @gearofchange

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9 months ago

Hearty congratulations to Kartikulam Academy, Coach Girish and his athletes for clinching the Wayanad District Athletic Meet 2025 title! 🏆✨

It’s been inspiring to watch these young athletes grow in strength and spirit. Gear of Change has been proud to support the kids of Kartikulam Academy in their athletic journey since 2023.

A big thank you to @manjunathnreddy_mnr and @dhashsports for joining hands with us sponsoring their training and providing imported top-quality gear — your support truly fuels their dreams! 🙌💪

#GearOfChange #KartikulamAcademy #dhashsports #WayanadAthletics #GrassrootsSports #SupportTheDream #AthleticsIndia #fyp #trendingreels by @gearofchange

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a year ago

Do you feel heel slipping off while running/working out even after tying laces tight ? You should try this lacing technique. It has been immensely helpful in all my races.

Learn 'Racer's lock in the latest episode of
Know Your Running Shoes with Asha.

Let me know how it works for you.

#ShoeGeek #knowyourrunningshoeswithAsha
#runningshoes #marathoner #pumarunning #runnersofinstagram by @gearofchange

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a year ago

Berlin Marathon '25
10th Marathon 4th World Major ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Berlin Marathon day — it turned out to be a reflection of dealing with change and trusting myself through uncertainty.

Race day Berlin had its own mind —23°C start climbing to 26°C, testing every runner out there. Brutal day may be for a marathon. The race I had prepared for turned into one where patience, and presence mattered more than pace..

I adjusted and stayed steady even in the first half unlike my usual racing self.That helped, staying mostly conservative, and strong. Crossed the finish at 4:09:31- still some energy left in the tank. It didn't feel like a day to execute a goal I trained for, but happy to have finished a marathon strong through a sauna- an experience to count 😄
And yes… I got a bit of extra joy, got my medal signed by the Champion himself, Sebastian Sawe @sabastiansawe 🙌🥇 !

It was an exciting training block, Coach @vira75, Thank you for the trust and the learning and the workouts!

Many thanks to Coach @somyarout2806 sir, @bijoy_joseph_bastian , @sairam_sports_physio @stairs.physio team for keeping me strong to go through the training cycle and race day demands.

@sreyatheexplorer - missed you. Thanks for being a sweet heart and managing your exam time alone.

All my running friends - the exciting part of the marathon is the training and time spent together- being a big part of the journey one way or another.Thank You!

Thank you @pumaindia @fastandup_india for being an inevitable part of the journey.

Congratulations @vijayakumarsreejith on your 3rd Marathon and world major and @alka.roy on your first world major.
@lurkingplanet18 what lovely time with you all..you made this race trip so memorable.

#bmwberlinmarathon2025 #worldmarathonmajors
#gratefulheart
#marathonjourney #runnersofinstagram #pumafastr3
#gearofchange #solesofbangalore #pumaindia
#fastandupindia #stairsphysiotherapy by @gearofchange

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a year ago

Sundays @gearofchange First Strides Session with @ashatherunner

Come, learn something new, get better, make new friends!
Very simple vibes and agenda.

Watch out for the next session announcement.

#gearofchange #changeinmotion #strengthandconditioning
#runningcommunity #ashatherunner by @gearofchange

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