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From: shriprakash jain <[email protected]>
To: R. Sivaraj <[email protected]>
Sent: Thu, 25 March, 2010 10:54:27 AM
Subject: Fwd: inspiring message
This is about my elder sister's zest for life.
What do you say. In fact there are n number of people around you with the drive
of Mr. Samajiskar. Just look around and may be life will become more taxing.
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From: Rajesh Jain <[email protected]>
Date: 25 March 2010 05:22
Subject: Re: inspiring message
To: shriprakash jain <[email protected]>
Cc: Rajeev Jain <[email protected]>
Pairi Pauna Pappu Mama
I guess reading the brief below you did you want me to give you something
similar or is it just the bullets that you might be interested?
Here are the bullets (I can send you some write up this weekend, if you want.
Let me know). May be Tooni GG with her creative virtuosity can do justice to
the credits.
Babi - please feel free to add anything that I might have missed out.
Academics & Learning
1. She enrolled and successfully completed the 5 year Academy of Fine
Arts program in Calcutta at the age of 60 years(including outdoor locations art
assignments and not missing having fun with 18-20 year old co-students ;)
2. * Has been painting quite vociferously in spurts using oil or
water or acrylic on canvas and has a repertoire of art work to her credit using
her distinct style.
3. She is currently enrolled with Indira Gandhi Open University and
plans to write her graduation test either this year or next summer.
4. Enrolled in English Language learning programs and moved quickly
from level one to 5 (I think). To think of it, she never studied in school
beyond grade 3 (I guess). Her instructors adore her for her tenacity for
learning a foreign language.
Vocational Training
1. Enrolled into multiple seniors computer learning courses(had her
first laptop 2 years ago, at 65yrs of age)
* Learned to use computers for communication (data and voice) and
research (sure can find how many and where jain temples are in North America ;)
Community Service
1. Volunteered with the adult learning center to facilitate transition
of South East Asian immigrants in adult learning environment. (She would do
outreach work with the center execs and facilitate engagement of Hindi,
Gujrati, Marathi, Bengali, Marwari speaking immigrates with her English
speaking outreach members, amongst other things at the center)
* Her efforts were much appreciated by the Executive Director of the
local Adult Learning Outreach Agency and has a recommendation letter.
Adventure
1. Has a driving license she acquired at the age close to 60 years (not
sure when exactly), outmanouvering in the streets of Calcutta.
2. Oh! yes, with her tenancity to enjoy life, she even started
learning to down hill skii on bunny hills in Canada, till I got really scared
with the number of falls she took with the smile and kept going. (2008)
3. She went parasailing with Babi and his friends in Thailand tied to
the back of a motor boat on one end and a parachute on the other! (2007)
4. She has been on numerous snow-shoeing hiking trails over the bizzare
(-20c or lower) and beautiful winter days.
5. Went sliding down the kids slides during her first snow or when out
with Raashi in her playground (dunno if that counts as adventure but if you saw
her at 67 doing that, it just might ;)
Yes, I am canadian citizen.
On Wed, Mar 24, 2010 at 6:51 AM, shriprakash jain <[email protected]>
wrote:
Can you describe your mothers activities and the honour she got from Local
authorities and also confirm that you are acitizen of Canada or not?
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>From: sivaraj rajagopal <[email protected]>
>Date: 24 March 2010 14:29
>Subject: inspiring message
>To:
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>hi,
>an inspiring article is attached below.
>this was published in mumbai mirror on 23 03 2010
>regards.
>
>
>SENIOR CLASS
>
>
>Sixty seven-year-old marathon regular, adventure sports lover and karate
>student Mahadev Samjiskar on why life begins after 60
>
>
>
> He’s a familiar figure for morning walkers at the Borivali National Park.
>As Mahadev Samjiskar covers the length of the park during his three-hour 12 km
>routine every morning, his energy levels put even joggers half his age to
>shame. And a look at his achievements reveals why Samjiskar gives the term
>‘retirement’ a whole new meaning. For the record, this super-agile 67-yearold
>has participated in nearly 11 marathons, half-marathons and walkathons; run in
>about 19 local events, completed the high-altitude Kailash Mansarovar trip,
>and recently got the purple belt in karate. The unique aspect about these
>feats — he started each of them after turning 60.
>
>NO RETIREMENT BLUES
>
>Samjiskar says he was never a fitness freak. “The regular Mumbai existence,
>revolving around the locals, ensures enough exercise,” he quips. “I used to
>walk to catch my 8.40 am local, then walk from the station to my office, and
>back.” But after retirement, he seriously started thinking about health. “I
>looked around, most senior citizens were struggling with health problems. I
>decided then that I’d never be a liability for my kids. I’d be independent and
>live my life to the fullest.” Thus started his two hour walks at the National
>Park. Simultaneously, he took up yoga. “Both worked wonders for my fitness,”
>he says displaying the numerous medals and certificates he’s garnered over the
>years at various events.
>
>MARATHON MAN
>
>In 2005, Samjiskar, then 62, decided to give the Standard Chartered Marathon a
>shot. “I was already brisk walking, I thought why not try running too?” he
>says. He changed his regimen to include a rigorous two hour run, along with
>yoga and stretching exercises. “Initially I’d feel breathless. People around
>me would be concerned, but I was determined.” His first outing at the Marathon
>resulted in a humble rank of 184 at two hours and 51 minutes. But in the
>following years, his ranking and time improved drastically. In 2009, he won
>the gold medal in the Super Veteran category (65 plus) in the half-marathon
>clocking a distance of 21 kms in two hrs, four mins, 59 seconds. This year, he
>stood third in the same category though he improved on his own timing (two
>hrs, four minutes and 34 seconds). “I missed the gold only because I was
>running with a wounded foot, an injury I sustained during my karate training,”
>he says. Needless to say, the
exercises brought their own benefits. “My BMI or weight never gave me any
problems. Also, the slight back pain and spondyloysis issues I faced earlier,
got cured on their own,” he says.
>
>KICKING FIT
>
>Samjiskar’s next agenda was mastering karate, a sport he got fascinated with,
>after attending a beltawarding ceremony. “On a whim, I enrolled for a class,”
>he says. Though his body resisted for the initial six months, he took to it
>smoothly thereon. Coach Sachin Chavan attributes it to his consistency.
>“Regular practice helped him overcome his limitations,” he says. Such was
>Samjiskar’s dedication, he even won a bronze at a state-level championship
>where his opponent in one of the rounds was a 23-year-old SAF medallist. A few
>months later, his efforts were duly rewarded when he got the purple bet. “In
>two years, I’ll be a black belt,” he promises.
>
>NEW FITNESS PEAKS
>
>He took to adventure sports with a similar zest — rappelling, mountain
>climbing etc with his trip to Kailash Mansarover being the culmination. At 65,
>he was the oldest member in the 26-day 19,800 ft expedition. “The sheer
>challenge motivated me to go the peak despite adverse conditions. Besides, I
>had my marathon experience and karate to bank on,” he laughs.
>
>NEVER TOO OLD
>
>Age, for him, is just a number. “It’s all in the mind, if your mind wants it,
>your body follows,” is his mantra. No wonder he believes that health is the
>biggest investment for a senior citizen. “Ill health leads to negative
>attitudes and more problems,” he says listing out tips to stay positive and
>healthy after retirement. Doing nothing becomes monotonous. How many films
>will you watch and books will your read anyway? Get out of your house, the
>outdoors invigorate the mind and body Keep away from vices Try to lead your
>life without depending on medicines.
>
>—CO-ORDINATED BY LEKHA MENON
>
>THE60 + FITNESS GUIDE
>
>Kalpesh Vinerkar, head trainer, Leena Mogre’s Fitness
>
>gives a few pointers to being fit at an advanced age: Walking and running are
>the best exercises for senior citizens. Remember these points if you choose
>running as your fitness regimen
>Start with a warm-up session for 15 mins, then run for an hour and wind up
>with 15-minute stretching exercises.Take it slow and steady Never run on a
>hard surface If you feel breathless, stop immediately. Recover, and then
>resume Drink lots of water and use proper shoes Try to strengthen particular
>muscle groups, in particular, abdominal muscles or those or upper body.These
>support the lower body.
>
>Choosing a sport
>
>Sporting activities are also good, provided you don’t have any major health
>problem Choose your sport by your interest and fitness level because any game
>requires stamina, flexibility and speed Swimming and badminton are also great
>exercises at this age Follow a healthy diet and check your blood pressure
>every month if you pursue a game.
>
>Mahadev Samjiskar enjoys competing with youngster s at his kar ate class
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