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"Animesh Kujur: The Rising Star of Indian Sprinting"

In the realm of Indian athletics, a new sensation is on the horizon, and his name is Animesh Kujur. At just 20 years old, he’s already making waves in the sprinting world, with his sights set on breaking records and achieving greatness.

It all started with a bold move at last year’s Under-23 meet in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, where Animesh, on a whim, approached renowned English coach Martin Owens. Little did he know, this chance encounter would change the trajectory of his athletic career. Owens, the head coach of the Odisha Reliance Foundation Athletics HPC, saw potential in the young sprinter and invited him to undergo selection trials.

Fast forward to today, and Animesh has already left his mark on the track. Clocking an impressive 20.62 seconds, he clinched the 200 meters gold at the Federation Cup in Bhubaneshwar, coming second only to Amalan Borgohain’s national record. Additionally, his stellar performance has earned him a spot in the 100 meters final, solidifying his status as one to watch in the sprinting world.

Animesh’s journey to success has been fueled by determination and unwavering support from his family. Hailing from the Maoist-affected Bastar region, where his father serves in the state police, Animesh’s upbringing instilled in him a love for sports from an early age. Despite facing challenges, such as being deemed overage due to his towering height, Animesh persevered, guided by his parents’ belief in his potential.

Under Coach Owens’ mentorship, Animesh has undergone rigorous training and discipline, transforming both physically and mentally. With a body fat percentage of just 7 percent and a strict diet regimen, he’s primed to take on the world’s best sprinters.

While Animesh dreams of qualifying for the Paris Olympics with a time of 20.16 seconds, Coach Owens emphasizes the importance of balancing confidence with practicality. With a year free of international meets, Animesh has the opportunity to hone his skills and showcase his talent on the global stage.

As Animesh Kujur continues to chase his dreams and push the boundaries of Indian sprinting, one thing is certain — the future of athletics is brighter with him leading the charge. Keep an eye on this rising star as he blazes a trail towards greatness.

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It occurs to me that I have yet to cover an actual bony fish for Wet Beast Wednesday, so it's billfish time. Billfish are a group of related fish in the families Xiphidae (swordfish) and Istioporidae (marlins) that are knows for their long, pointed rostra, commonly known as bills. The taxonomic placement of billfish is something of an open question. Some sources place them with barracudas in the order Istiophoriformes while newer sources group billfish and barracudas with the tuna and mackerels in a group that I'm delighted to inform you are called scrombroids.

(image: a swordfish)

All 12 living species of billfish are large, migratory predators which live in the epipelagic zone (sunlit region) of the open ocean that rarely approach shore. As they either lack teeth or have small, file-like teeth, they feed primarily on small fish they can swallow whole. Billfish typically hunt schooling fish like mackerel or herring by swimming through the school, waving their bill from side to side to strike and stun and/or injure fish so they can be easily eaten on a second pass. Despite common depictions, billfish rarely impale or slice apart prey. Some species may also use their bills for defense as bills have been found imbedded in predators such as sharks. There are reports of billfish charging boats and getting their bills stuck, which is likely accidental. Many pelagic fish are attracted to floating objects so the billfish may have charged fish around the boat or mistaken the boat for a school of fish. Swordfish have broad, flat bills while marlins have rounded bills.

(image: a swordfish skeleton)

Billfish are considered highly migratory as they are constantly moving, migrating to follow the currents and find the best feeding grounds for their prey. Some species restrict their migration to certain regions (with half of the living species living primarily or exclusively in the Indian Ocean) while others, like the swordfish, live worldwide. Because of their constant migration and wide distribution, it can be hard to find and study them in the wild. Consequently, little is known of their movements and life histories, which complicates conservation efforts. All species live primarily within the epipelagic zone, but some will occasionally descend to the mesopelagic (twilight) zone. They have specialized swim bladders that can quickly compensate for pressure changes. This allows billfish in the mesopelagic to quickly ascend where other fish would have to slowly acclimate to the pressure difference. In the open ocean, speed is often one of the most important traits for both predator and prey, as there is nowhere to hide. Billfish are masters of speed. All species are capable of rapid bursts of speed, though the sailfish holds the record for the world's fastest fish. They have been reported moving up to 111 km/h (69 mph) though more modern estimates suggest this is an exaggeration and their top speed is between 37 and 55 km/h (23 to 23 mph). Like cheetahs, billfish are sprinters, only able to move so fast in short bursts. Billfish can tuck their dorsal fins into grooves on their backs to further streamline their bodies and are slightly endothermic, keeping their body temperature a few degrees above the water temperature, both adaptations that help with their speed.

(image: two marlin and some fish that are about to have a very bad day)

The swordfish (Xiphias gladius) is the most famous billfish and has several physiological differences from its marlin cousins. Interestingly, they have both teeth and scales as juveniles, but lose them ad adults. During the day, swordfish live in deep water, hunting in the deep scattering layer (which is worthy of its own post), ascending to shallower water at night. They are known to bask with their dorsal fins out of the water and to jump out of the water, likely an attempt to dislodge lampreys and remoras. Another famous billfish is the sailfish, a species of marlin known for its extremely large dorsal fin, which extends down most of the back. Known as the sail, this fin is raised during hunting to herd prey and is kept flat against the body most of the time. Sailfish have also been seen raising their sails after hunts, probably using them to cool down after a strenuous period of activity. Sailfish were previously divided into two species, the Atlantic and Indo-Pacific species, but most sources now consider them to be the same species.

(image: a sailfish with sail raised hunting a group of small fish)

All species of billfish are popular gamefish and many are fished commercially. Anglers consider billfish to be highly coveted due to their large sizes and the fights they put up. They are one of the more dangerous gamefish as they can easily injure or kill a person with their bills while thrashing around. There are no reports of billfish attacking someone unprovoked. Many species are being overfished or are having they prey overfished and conservation efforts have been put in place for some of them.

(Image: a sword made of a swordfish bill I found at an aquarium)

[toriaurorawriter15]

What you're made of Chapter 4: The Fall

Memories flash through Penelope's mind as she waits for the 549 ball of 30 lead to approach her heart. 

The unrecognizable body of Portia Featherington is removed from the waiting room floor of Featherington's estate. Lady Bridgerton opens up Number 5 so Penelope can live with her family after the Featherington family loses their title. The letter she wrote to Dutchess Daphne Hastings with Marina's last love letter from Gorge Crane. Her first kiss with Colin underneath the moon at the Featherington's gardens. The confrontation about her affair with Colin and the friendship reunion with Eloise within a day. Anthony's reaction to being informed of Marina's devious plans as a result of the information Pen collected through Eloise. Sneaking out to the Modiste to see Colin under the shadows. Seeing her first time being intimate with Colin from Marina's mirror at Bloomington. The rest of the Bridgerton family's reaction to learning about Lady Bridgerton being poisoned little by little during tea time. Slowly witnessing Colin's fall from the bottom of the stairway. And the most memorable moment comes last. The first time Penelope met Colin and Eloise Bridgerton at Hyde Park. 

The Va Boo from the Queen Anne Rifle is all Pen waits for while she closes her eyes tight. 

The cock goes off. 

Nothing comes out. 

Relief washes over Penelope's petite form as Anthony yells from the other side of the door, "NOW!'. 

Her blue eyes open in shock from the order while Marina's face goes pale white in fear. 

"It is over, Marina." Pen declares in a raspy tone before finding it hard to breathe. 

Marina nods in acceptance of her defeat while a group of Bow Street Runners busts open the door of Colin's bed chamber. 

A boom goes off, and the applewood doors loosen from the door hinges before the two women see them fall to the ground.

The leader of the runners rushes up to Marian before kicking the Queen Anne Rifle from her hands with his right foot, and several of his men gather around her. 

Two of the men in heavy armor man-handle the struggling Marina before placing handfuls around her wrist. 

By then, the people in the room witness Penelope Featherington's body fall to the floor. 

After almost dying in her love's bedroom, Pen has an out-of-body experience and sees the consequences of her cousin's actions. 

Mariana is out of the room with her hands in handcuffs. 

Rae, her new maid-in-waiting, looks over Pen's unresponsive body with concern and relief to see her breathing. 

A physician of five and four hastily enters the bed chamber, followed by Pen's best friend, Eloise. Her brown eyes look in Pen's direction with concern before listening to the physician as he explains the condition of her unconscious brother's health. 

The last person to enter the chaotic room is the Viscount himself, Anthony Bridgerton. 

Penelope hears white noise until Anthony starts shouting orders, "MISS FEATHERINGTON! KATE, YOU MUST MAKE HASTE! RAE, GO FETCH WATER." 

The young brunette maid named Rae doesn't hesitate to accept the order. The thin white teen runs out of the room, and a light brown woman in a gorgeous Indian blue dress comes running from hearing her husband's frantic tone. 

"PEN-" Anthony was about to say more to his wife about the sprinter's whereabouts when the leader of Bow Street Runners asked to privately speak with him about tonight's matters. 

The last thing Penelope sees before she blacks out is Kate rushing towards her direction. 

'Is this death?' Pen thinks to herself while her body floats in nothingness. 

A bright light grabs the woman in a white chamise attention, and she follows the source to find a man walking in her direction. 

The man is wearing a white vest and trousers. The first two bottoms of his lean shirt are open to show his chest hair curls, and his blue eyes shine with kindness. He charmingly smiles at Penelope as they meet face-to-face. 

It takes a few seconds for his face to be recognizable while the lady in white attire becomes content to see him. 

"Colin, the plan worked! Marina is gone," she exclaims in glee. 

Colin embraces her with an enthusiastic hug before whispering. "Yes, I saw the whole thing from here! Penelope, my lady, you must go back. We need you to live so we may become a family." 

Pen fearfully asks, "Will you be there, Colin?" 

Colin looks down at her with love behind his eyes before reassuring her, "It may take some time for me to arrive, but you must wake up. My Pen, Kate is shitty herself from you being unresponsive, and that is so not like her!" 

Pen and Colin laugh at his foul language before seeing him leaning down and passionately kissing her lips. 

Pen's eyes close to embrace the enduring kiss from the man she loves before reopening them to find her vision blurry. 

Rapidly, her heart is beating from the acceleration of being Marina's fourth victim, but she ignores it to follow a woman's voice.

Kate Bridgerton.

"Penelope, Can you hear me." Kate frantically asks as she feels the Viscountess's hands on her broad shoulders. 

"Colin," Penelope whispers, and her vision clears. 

Kate sighs in relief, "The physician-accoucheur says Colin should be fine. As for him waking up, it could take a couple of days or more." 

Pen acknowledges Colin's state of mind before hearing Kate state in bewilderment, "I can't believe your plan with Colin worked. Thank goodness Rae got Colin's steward to take the bullet out of Marina's gun while cleaning the rifle." 

Pen smiles at the Viscountess' praise before seeing Kate's right hand pushing a glass of water onto her medium-sized lips. 

Lady Kate is about to ask Pen another set of questions when the leader of the Bow Street Runners makes his presence known before the two ladies. 

"Good evening, Lady Bridgerton. Miss. Featherington." The man announces with a bow, "My name is Richard Stealton. May I have a word with Miss Featherington?" 

"Of course!" Kate replies as she helps Pen sit up. 

They get up from their previous position on the floor before saying goodbye. 

Pen then brushes off the fake dust from her light green lacy dress before giving her full attention to Stealton. 

He clears his throat before stating his report. 

"Lord Bridgerton has informed me of all the information he gathered about your cousin. He also told me that you have a paper that needs to be signed by Mrs. Thomson to finalize the state of her affairs with Mr. Colin Bridgerton. Do you have the paper, Miss Featherington?" 

Pen pulls out the folded paper from her corset before confessing," I was hoping to have my cousin sign it before she attacked me." 

Mr. Stealton nods from her commentary while his hand accepts the beige parchment. 

The blonde-haired man with green eyes states, "Mr. Colin Bridgerton is a lucky fellow to have you, Miss Featherington. Nevertheless, I would advise you not to do this again. For next time, your scheme may not work in your favor." 

Pen stares at the man with determination and pride, "Colin is my everything. Without him, there is no air. But rest assured, Mr. Stealton, it shall not occur again!" 

The man of four and three nods with amusement behind his eyes before walking away. 

Previous Chapter

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India’s para-athletes made history at the Paris Paralympics 2024, winning 29 medals, including seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze. This remarkable performance exceeded their pre-set target of 25 medals and showcased India’s growing prowess across various sports such as athletics, badminton, shooting, archery, and judo. Indian athletes secured medals every day from Day 2 to Day 10, underscoring the country’s commitment to excellence.

From just 12 medals in the first 11 editions of the Paralympics to an impressive 48 medals in the last two, India’s para-athletes have come a long way. At the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, India sent a record 54 athletes and returned with 19 medals, including five golds, eight silvers, and six bronzes, setting high expectations for the Paris Games. In Paris, the Indian contingent expanded to 84 athletes, setting an ambitious target of 25 medals.

Highlights of India’s Medal-Winning Journey

India’s first medal came from Avani Lekhara, who successfully defended her title in women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1, winning gold. Lekhara’s win marked the first time an Indian woman athlete won multiple medals at the Paralympics. On the same day, Mona Agarwal secured a bronze in the same event, while Manish Narwal earned a silver in men’s 10m air pistol SH1, and sprinter Preethi Pal won a bronze in women’s 100m – T35.

Day 5 to Day 7 of the competition was a golden period for India, with 17 medals won in just three days. The surge began with a silver in men’s discus throw – F56 by Yogesh Kathuniya, followed by gold for Nitesh Kumar in men’s singles SL3 badminton. Badminton continued to bring success with four additional medals, including silvers for Thulasimathi Murugesan and Suhas LY and bronzes for Manisha Ramadass and Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivam.

The athletics events continued to deliver medals, with Sumit Antil winning gold in the men’s javelin throw – F64 and the archers securing a bronze in the mixed team compound open event. On Day 6, India experienced another surge in medals with five podium finishes in athletics, including a gold-silver finish for Dharambir and Pranav Soorma in the men’s club throw – F51. Archer Harvinder Singh also made history by winning India’s first archery gold at the Paralympics.

India’s Historic Medal Haul

India set a new record by winning its 25th medal with a bronze in men’s -60kg J1 judo by Kapil Parmar. High jumper Praveen Kumar won India’s sixth gold in the men’s T64 final, and Hokato Hotozhe Sema earned a bronze in men’s shot put – F57. Navdeep Singh added a seventh gold with his victory in the men’s javelin throw – F41, and Simran earned bronze in the women’s 200m – T12. With another gold and a bronze on the final day, India concluded its best-ever Paralympics campaign with seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze medals.

[starbiopic]

Indian Athlete Harmilan Bains Eyes a New Path in Modelling After Battling Depression

Indian sprinter Harmilan Bains, who became a standout athlete with two medals at the Asian Games, recently opened up about a difficult chapter in her life. Harmilan’s dream of participating in the Paris Olympics was shattered due to recurring injuries. The 26-year-old runner, who excelled in both the 800m and 1500m events at the Asian Games in China, faced a string of physical setbacks that…

[sportsgr8]

The Nation Draw Inspiration From Your Spirit’: Henna Sindhu Lauds Preethi Pal s Paralympic Heroics

Henna Sindhu: Olympian pistol shooter Heena Sindhu lauded para-athlete Preethi Pal for her historic medal winning performances at the ongoing Paris Paralympics.Preethi on Monday scripted history after clinching bronze in the women's 200m T35 as she became the first Indian woman athlete to win two medals in track & field in the Paralympics or Olympics. She clocked the personal best timing of 30.01 seconds to finish behind the Chinese duo of Xia Zhou and Guo Qianqian, who bagged gold and silver, respectively, with a timing of 28.15 seconds and 29.09 seconds. "Heartiest congratulations to Preethi Pal for a medal winning performance at the Paris Paralympics. Despite facing innumerous challenges throughout your life, you stand tall scripting your name in history. The nation is not only proud of you but draw inspiration from your character and spirit. Keep winning and keep rising Preethi," Heena posted on X. Earlier on Friday, the Indian sprinter won bronze in the women's 100m -T35. The 23-year-old finished third in the final with a time of 14.21 seconds, which was also her personal best. "Heartiest congratulations to Preethi Pal for a medal winning performance at the Paris Paralympics. Despite facing innumerous challenges throughout your life, you stand tall scripting your name in history. The nation is not only proud of you but draw inspiration from your character and spirit. Keep winning and keep rising Preethi," Heena posted on X. Article Source: IANS Read the full article

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Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 4 Live Updates: Sprinter Preethi bags 2nd bronze, high jumper Nishad makes it back-to-back silvers; Suhas, Nitesh reach badminton final - The Indian Express

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[timesblogger]

Kolkata Night Riders are the IPL 2024 Champions

The seventeenth Goodbye IPL 2024 time of the Indian Head Association, the world's most engaging and costly T20 cricket association, has closed. The last match of Goodbye IPL 2024 was played on 26 May 2024 between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), in which Kolkata Knight Riders arose triumphant. With this success, KKR secured their third IPL title, denoting a huge achievement for the establishment. The last, held at the Mama Chidambaram Arena in Chennai, was a demonstration of KKR's strength, as they protected a reverberating triumph with a remarkable bowling execution.

Kolkata Night Riders are the IPL 2024 Champions.

In a happy air loaded up with firecrackers and festivities, KKR enlisted an order to prevail upon SRH. This triumph added to their past titles won in 2012 and 2014. The success likewise featured the serious idea of the IPL, with KKR currently joining the first-class gathering of different title champs.

Presently, the groups of Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Rulers remain the best groups of the IPL, having won the competition multiple times each. In any case, KKR's most recent victory further concretes their place in IPL history. In this article, you can see the total rundown of the relative multitude of champs of the Indian Head Association from 2008 to 2024.

IPL Champs Rundown: Victor and Sprinter Rundown from 2008 to 2024 The principal time of the Indian Chief Association, the world's most engaging T20 cricket association, was played in 2008, a year prior to the Indian cricket crew winning the primary release of the World T20 in a completely exhilarating last. At the point when this association was begun, scarcely anybody would have speculated that later this association would become renowned from one side of the planet to the other. The IPL began as an aggressive venture a long time back and is currently known as the best Twenty20 cricket association on the planet. The IPL competition has been coordinated multiple times beginning around 2008. Here, we have given the rundown of IPL victors in the table which incorporates the champ, next in line, setting, number of taking part groups, Player of the Match, and Player of the Series. We should examine the table of IPL champs from 2008 to 2023.

Most IPL Champ Groups Mumbai Indians (MI) is the best IPL group, having won the IPL competition multiple times. Chennai Super Lords is the second-best group to bring home the IPL championship in four events.

IPL 2024 - Kolkata Knight Riders: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured their third Indian Head Association (IPL) title by overcoming Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a predominant execution during the IPL 2024 last at the Mama Chidambaram Arena in Chennai. KKR's bowlers set up for an exhaustive triumph, with Andre Russell driving the charge, taking three vital wickets for only 19 runs. Sunrisers Hyderabad, selecting to bat first in the wake of winning the throw, battled against KKR's focused bowling assault and were packaged out for a pitiful 113 runs in 18.3 overs. Mitchell Starc and Harshit Rana likewise contributed essentially, getting two wickets each.

Pursuing an unassuming objective of 114, KKR's Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Sunil Narine opened the innings. Despite the fact that Narine fell right on time to a conveyance by SRH chief Pat Cummins, Gurbaz and Venkatesh Iyer settled the innings with a strong organization. Gurbaz scored an energetic 39 runs off 32 balls, while Iyer stayed unbeaten on 52 from 26 balls, exhibiting a mix of force and artfulness. Shreyas Iyer, the KKR chief, added the final details with a speedy 6 runs off 3 balls, controlling the group to triumph in 10.3 overs.

This triumph denoted KKR's most memorable IPL title beginning around 2014, commending a victorious season under the clever initiative of Shreyas Iyer and the essential direction of mentor Gautam Gambhir. The KKR camp, including proprietors Shah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla, praised this amazing accomplishment, as the group demonstrated their guts and predominance in the IPL 2024.

IPL Victors Rundown 2008-2023: Man of the Match and Player of the Series IPL is cricket season in India. Individuals are extremely excited about the IPL season. The subtitle of an IPL match assumes a significant part in pursuing vital choices, like setting field situations, overseeing bowling pivots, deciding batting orders, and so on. The Man of the Match conveys the most exceptional exhibition, altogether affecting the result of the game. The Player of the Series is one who reliably exhibits outstanding execution across numerous matches all through the competition. Here is the rundown of commanders, man of the match, and player of the series of all IPL.

So this was about the rundown of victors of all the IPL competitions from 2008 to 2023. We are currently preparing for the IPL 2024 and fascinating matches look for us. The IPL 2024 will begin on Friday 22 Walk 2024 with its most memorable match between CSK And RCB an unequaled work of art.

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From Gym to Field: Decoding the Essentials of Sports Nutrition Supplements in India

India's sporting landscape is experiencing a seismic shift. Cricket remains the undisputed king, but a wave of fitness enthusiasts and professional athletes across diverse disciplines are rewriting the narrative. From weightlifting platforms to badminton courts, a burning desire for peak performance and optimal health fuels their every lunge and push-up. However, this journey towards sporting glory needs more than just grit and determination – it demands a strategic alliance with the right sports nutrition supplements.

But navigating the world of sports nutrition supplements in India can be as daunting as a 100-meter sprint blindfolded. With aisles overflowing with colorful tubs and jargon-filled labels, where does one begin? Fear not, aspiring athletes, for this guide decodes the essentials, unraveling the mysteries and empowering you to make informed choices.

The Power of Protein: Protein, the building block of muscle tissue, is the MVP of sports nutrition supplements in India. Whether you're a bodybuilder sculpting your physique or a sprinter chasing milliseconds, ensuring sufficient protein intake is paramount. Whey protein, with its fast absorption rate, dominates the market, but options like soy or casein protein cater to specific dietary needs or slower release preferences. Remember, protein isn't a magic bullet – prioritize a balanced diet first, then supplement according to your individual goals and training intensity.

Creatine: The Explosive Ally: For explosive exercises like weightlifting and sprinting, creatine acts like a potent power booster. It fuels your muscles' energy reserves, allowing you to train harder and recover faster. While naturally found in meat and fish, supplementing with creatine can optimize muscle function and enhance performance, especially in vegetarians or for short-term bursts of activity.

The Vitamin and Mineral Ensemble: Vitamins and minerals play a crucial role in various bodily functions, and deficiencies can hamper your training progress. Multivitamins offer a convenient way to fill nutritional gaps, ensuring optimal energy levels, immunity, and muscle recovery. However, specific minerals like magnesium and potassium are also vital for athletes. Focus on individual needs and consult a sports nutritionist for personalized recommendations.

Beyond the Bulky Tubs: Sports nutrition doesn't solely reside in protein shakes and creatine powders. Pre-workout formulas energize your body and mind before strenuous sessions, while post-workout recovery drinks replenish electrolytes and accelerate muscle repair. Energy gels and bars provide convenient fuel sources during long training sessions or endurance events. Explore these diverse options to tailor your nutritional strategy to your specific needs and training schedule.

Caution – The Doping Dilemma: Remember, the quest for performance enhancement cannot compromise ethical boundaries. Doping substances are not only harmful to your health but also carry strict penalties. Always verify supplement ingredients against banned substances lists and consult professional guidance before adding anything new to your regimen.

Local Champions of the Field: Don't overlook the rising stars amongst Indian sports nutrition brands. Companies like Fast&Up, Steadfast Nutrition, and Myprotein offer quality supplements tailored to the Indian palate and dietary preferences. Explore these options alongside international brands, comparing ingredients, cost-effectiveness, and brand values to find the perfect fit for your goals.

In conclusion, unlocking the potential of sports nutrition supplements in India requires knowledge, guidance, and smart choices. By understanding your individual needs, researching trusted brands, and prioritizing clean ingredients, you can harness the power of these nutritional allies to fuel your journey from the gym to the field, and ultimately, to sporting glory.

Remember, sports nutrition is not a shortcut to success – it's a strategic tool to complement your hard work and dedication. Choose wisely, train diligently, and let your athletic spirit soar!

[xtruss]

The BBC has revealed the names of the inspiring and influential women on the BBC 100 Women list for 2023. For the first time, to recognise the disproportionate impact of climate change on the lives of women and girls, this year’s BBC 100 Women list specifically highlights a group of women leading the battle against the climate crisis.

By naming 28 Climate Pioneers from all corners of the globe, the BBC 100 Women list 2023 celebrates those inspiring and leading their communities to tackle and adapt to the devastating impact of climate change in their regions.

The announcement of this year’s list kicks off the BBC’s 100 Women 2023 season – focusing on women’s right and diverse life experiences around the globe, with special content including interviews, documentaries, features, digital and social journalism, across the BBC’s UK and global TV and radio services, BBC iPlayer and BBC.com.

The season will look at the practice of child marriage, as 12 million underaged girls are forced into marriage every year. It will explore the spike in climate anxiety concerns with a data-led project, and hear from women whose reproductive choices have been impacted by environmental concerns. It’ll go on the road with Mexican truck drivers in a heavily male-dominated and dangerous business, and also travel up the mountains with a group of shepherdesses who brought wealth and transformed their community in less than a generation.

“It is fantastic to see the truly remarkable women named on this year’s BBC 100 Women list. This diverse list of influential and ground-breaking grassroots women, who have been making a difference in their field – from community level to international politics – are an inspiration to us all.”

— Liliane Landor, Senior Controller, BBC News International Services

Notable names from the BBC 100 Women 2023 list include former First Lady of the United States, attorney and campaigner Michelle Obama, footballer Aitana Bonmatí, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, actresses America Ferrera and Dia Mirza, beauty mogul Huda Kattan, AI expert Timnit Gebru, campaigner Ulanda Mtamba, writer Oksana Zabuzhko and feminist leader Gloria Steinem.

Yet it is the new names that make the BBC 100 women list so unique. Among them are the 28 Climate Pioneers, announced to coincide with the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP28, starting later this month in Dubai.

They include Indian photographer Arati Kumar-Rao, Paraguayan sprinter Camila Pirelli, South African freediving instructor Zandile Ndhlovu, Pakistani midwife Neha Mankani, Nigerian mental health advocate Jennifer Uchendu and Thai campaigner for indigenous and LGBTQ+ rights Matcha Phorn-in.

Other women celebrated for their work tackling the climate crisis in different fields, include Brazil's state minister Sonia Guajajara, firefighter Sofia Kosacheva, and climate advisers Iryna Stavchuk and Christiana Figueres.

Liliane Landor, Senior Controller of BBC News International Services says: “It is fantastic to see the truly remarkable women named on this year’s BBC 100 Women list. This diverse list of influential and ground-breaking grassroots women, who have been making a difference in their field – from community level to international politics – are an inspiration to us all.

“In a year where extreme heat, wildfires, floods and other natural disasters have been dominating headlines, and where wars have weighed heavily, it is more important than ever that the BBC World Service continues to shine a spotlight on women globally and their fight back against climate change.”

Alongside the list, BBC 100 Women will present a season of specially commissioned content and documentaries, featuring the untold stories of some of this year’s BBC 100 Women, including:

Arab News: This combination of photos shows two profiles from BBC’s list of 100 inspiring and influential women from around the world for 2023, featuring Pakistani shepherdess Afroze-Numa and Neha Mankani, a midwife who provided life-saving care during the 2022 floods. (Photo courtesy: BBC)

In Conversation

BBC News will broadcast exclusive conversations with some of the most globally recognised women on this year’s list:

BBC 100 Women In Conversation: Amal Clooney, Michelle Obama and Melinda French Gates

Each year, 12 million underaged girls are forced into marriage – a crisis that at the current rate will take over 300 years to fix, says the UN. Now, three of the world’s most high-profile humanitarians have vowed to tackle the issue together. In a BBC 100 Women exclusive, Michelle Obama, Amal Clooney and Melinda French Gates talk about the work they do to combat child marriage and amplify the efforts of grassroots organisations.

Airs on BBC News on Saturday 25 November at 01:30 and 08:30 GMT, and Sunday 26 November at 07:30, 14:30 and 21:30 GMT

BBC 100 Women In Conversation: Gloria Steinem

The face of the women's rights movements in the US during the 1970s and an icon of feminism, Gloria Steinem has spent the last 50 years focusing her efforts on advancing women's political participation and reproductive rights. Her activism followed her career in journalism, where she was the co-founder of Miss Magazine, one of the first US publications to focus on women's issues beyond the perils of housekeeping. Now at 89 years old, Steinem has sat down with BBC 100 Women to discuss how feminism has changed over the decades, the impact of cancel culture, and what the future might look like for women's rights around the world.

Airs on BBC News on Saturday 2 December at 12:30 GMT and Sunday 3 December at 00:30, 07:30 and 19:30

BBC 100 Women Documentaries. Rising Tides, Shifting Futures

With sea levels rising fast, women are leading grassroots efforts in coastal areas to help mitigate the effects of climate change. From Miami’s increasingly gentrified Little Haiti neighbourhood, to the fishing villages of eastern Ghana and the outskirts of Cape Town in South Africa, BBC 100 Women meets the women at the forefront of the climate battle – working against the odds to secure a future for themselves and their communities.

Airs on BBC News on Saturday 25 November at 02:30 and 15:30 GMT and Sunday 26 November at 00:30, 09:30 and 18:30 GMT

Ride Above It

Balance, stamina and sequins: BBC 100 Women enters the show-stopping world of disabled equestrian vaulting. A small-town troop of disabled children and women in Italy train hard all year and compete to find glory in the ring, doing gymnastics and coordinated dances on a horseback. But the rewards of the sport go well beyond the medals – as they work to deal with stigma and overcome their own fears, one pirouette at a time.

Airs on BBC News on Saturday 2 December at 02:30 and 15:30 GMT and on Sunday 3 December at 09:30 and 18:30 GMT

On The Road with Mexico’s Traileras

Clara, Liszy and Paty are breaking gender barriers in the male-dominated cargo transport industry – they are some of Mexico’s traileras, women truck drivers travelling distances on the country’s dangerous routes. Robberies and abuse are part of the hazards they face in the job – but the traileras are determined to overcome adversity. BBC 100 Women rides with them as they work to make a better life for their families and change the face of the next generation of drivers in Latin America.

Airs on BBC News on Saturday 16 December

The Last Wakhi Shepherdesses

Deep into Pakistan’s Karakoram mountains lies the scenic Shimshal Valley, home to the Wakhi shepherdesses. Every year, over many generations, these women have taken their flocks to high pastures, where they prepare dairy products to barter while their animals graze during the warmer season. Their income has brought prosperity to the village and allowed them to build roads and provide an education for their children – but their tradition is about to end. BBC 100 Women follows the last shepherdesses on their journey up the mountains, on a dangerous trek 4,800m above sea level.

Airs on BBC News on Saturday 23 December

BBC 100 Women at COP28

BBC 100 Women will be present at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference COP28, from 30 November to highlight the strand's commitment to telling the climate story. We will be holding a TV broadcast from Expo City, Dubai and from Nairobi, bringing some of our grassroot pioneers together to provide a space to share their thoughts and deeply personal experiences of living life right on the forefront of the climate crisis, amidst a growing sense of climate anxiety.

This programme will air on BBC News on 3 December and will also be available on The Climate Question podcast from 10 December.

BBC World Service Radio

The Conversation - BBC 100 Women special: Climate Pioneers

Kim Chakanetsa meets two women on this year's BBC 100 Women list: Basima Abdulrahman, founder and CEO of KESK, the first company in Iraq to offer green building services and products, and Jennifer Uchendu, founder of SustyVibes in Nigeria, a youth-led sustainability organisation, and The Eco Anxiety Project, an initiative promoting awareness and research into climate change and its impact on young Africans’ mental health.

They’ll discuss their commitment to the environment, the challenges of getting their messages across, the impact that climate change is having on their mental health and their hopes for the future.

Airs on BBC World Service Radio Monday 27 November at 11:30 GMT

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