#115 Finding A Purpose and a Better Life Through Sports - Sreenath Lakshmikanth, National Games Medalist

<p>Sreenath Lakshmikanth is one of the hardest working athletes in the country. This rider from Kerala has inspired many athletes not just from his state but from around the country. His humble nature and work ethic endears him to everyone who crosses paths with him.</p> <p>In this episode we talk about the start of cycling journey as well as his progression over the years. We talk about his experience at the 2022 Gujarat National Games where he won his first medal at that level with a bronze medal in the road race. We also talk about his coaching venture and high altitude training camps he conducts in Ooty which has been his home base in the last few years.</p> <p>This was a lovely conversation with an inspirational athlete. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did.</p> <p>0:00:00 Intro</p> <p>0:03:00 His relationship with sport as a kid</p> <p>0:08:00 Stumbling into cycling after trying various sports and failing</p> <p>0:14:50 What drove the passion for sports</p> <p>0:20:15 His effort was his currency in finding support;</p> <p>0:22:00 His first Nationals</p> <p>0:26:50 Progression from 2016 and initial club races experience, finding sponsorship</p> <p>0:38:00 Helping others and the sport using the reach</p> <p>0:44:10 Experience of riding with Ciclo Racing, racing in Belgium, what it takes to pursue pro level racing</p> <p>0:55:00 Life after Ciclo Racing, the importance of racing experience and using that</p> <p>1:00:40 His race prep rituals, visualization, strategies, post race analysis</p> <p>1:03:30 Joining LBB Racing, cycling as a team sport, importance of preparation, patience and consistency</p> <p>1:10:10 The move to Ooty and how it impacted him and the community there</p> <p>1:19:20 Starting the SL7 high altitude training center</p> <p>1:24:00 National Games Gujarat experience</p> <p>1:35:00 Next goals for him</p> <p>1:36:00 BBCH Nandi Epic 2022 experience, winning the race on a borrowed bike</p> <p>1:43:38 Tips for working athletes</p> <p>1:52:00 Closing remarks!</p> <p>Sreenath can be reached at <a h