Kurukshetra: Demonstrating
extraordinary grit and endurance, 74-year-old Dr. Som Nath Sethi from
Kurukshetra has completed his 340th marathon, challenging conventional notions
about age and physical limits. By finishing the demanding 42.2-kilometre
distance, he once again proved that resilience and strong willpower can
outshine advancing years. Also Read:Dr Shabnam Bahar Barbhuiya wins National Award for transforming blood donation awarenessThe New Delhi Marathon was
organized on February 22 in the national capital, Dr. Sethi secured third position in
the 70-plus age group after successfully finishing the full 42.2-km race. The
Association of International Marathons and Distance Races has sponsored
certificates for the race, and over 30,000 runners from more than 31 countries
participated in the occasion. The achievement marked yet another milestone in
his long-distance running journey, taking his total marathon count to 340, reports PTI.
Remarkably, Dr. Sethi has
endured more than 20 fractures over the course of his life. Despite these
setbacks, he continues to participate in marathon events, setting an
example for others to prioritise fitness and embrace a disciplined,
health-conscious lifestyle. Sharing her life experiences, Dr Sethi stated that
it is not the medal that gives her satisfaction only, rather she always
concentrates on completing the race first. She proves that age is just a number
when one remains mentally strong.Also Read:Renowned Oncologist Dr S G Ramanan conferred Dr KV Thiruvengadam Health Care Excellence Award 2026He underwent surgery at
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital and was bedridden for three months. Doctors suggest
that he should go for normal walks to accelerate his recovery. However, the
determination and consistency of the doctor helped him make a quick return to
running.
Sharing his ideology, Dr
Sethi said that discipline is the key to success. Hence, one should follow
healthy lifestyle patterns such as maintaining 7-9 hours of daily sleep, avoiding
junk food and alcohol, and following a vegetarian diet. One has to maintain regular
practice and consistent effort to acquire fitness. He also added that doctors should
be the pioneers of preventive healthcare, and a disciplined daily routine can prevent many diseases.