Mokokchung Fitness Revolution 1.0 held

MOKOKCHUNG — The Mokokchung District Bodybuilding & Fitness Association (MDBFA) hosted the Mokokchung Fitness Revolution 1.0 at Assam Rifle Ground on June 14, on the theme “Power Paradox”.

The event featured competitions in arm wrestling, tug of war, strongman, CrossFit, men’s physique, and push-ups, attracting 100 participants from seven of Mokokchung’s nine gyms.

The day began with men’s push-ups, followed by arm wrestling, strongman events, tug of war, CrossFit, and men’s physique, concluding with finals and a prize distribution ceremony. A total prize pool of INR 70,000, along with certificates, was awarded to winners and runners-up.

Notable winners included Anguvika (707 Gym, male arm wrestling below 75 kg), Toshiakum (Leanwolf, above 75 kg), Amen Imchen (707 Gym, female arm wrestling), Limaakum (Bull’s Gym Ungma, men’s physique), and Leanwolf Team A (tug of war).

Martoshi, Vice President of MTSC, addressed the gathering and praised the growing fitness culture in Mokokchung, saying that numerous gyms are emerging and both youths and elders are actively participating, which he described as a positive sign.

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He urged MDBFA to promote fitness awareness beyond sports and encourage a healthy lifestyle.

Reflecting on M Supong Longkumer, a bodybuilding icon of the 1980s, Martoshi noted the evolution of fitness in Mokokchung and emphasised sports as a viable career path.

He said that if other northeastern states could achieve sporting excellence, Mokokchung could too with proper planning, and he advocated for structured training programmes.

Martoshi expressed concern over youth unemployment, citing Nagaland’s high number of government employees and idle graduates. He cautioned that parents would not be around forever, nor is age on their side, urging youths to seize opportunities.

He also shared the Mokokchung District Badminton Association’s “Mission 2040” vision to produce an Olympian, highlighting a young badminton player’s national success as evidence of progress.