Paralympic Gold medalist Devendra Jhajharia’s fitness secrets and more

Paralympic Gold medalist Devendra Jhajharia’s fitness secrets and more
Devendra Jhajharia feels it is his ‘willpower’ which kept him going despite all the hardships.

‘But when I moved to Finland for training, we worked for about seven hours every day. This also forced the authorities there to admit how hardworking Indians can be. So I can proudly say that this gold is the outcome of all that hard work and dedication’ Devendra, who was electrocuted while climbing a tree when he was eight years old and had his left hand amputated, credited his brilliant performance to the government’s Target Olympic Podium (TOP) scheme, without which he said such results would not have been possible. ‘I want to credit this win to the government’s TOP scheme, which is an unprecedented step by the current dispensation. With this kind of support, I am sure the country will produce many more Devendra’s,’ India’s flag-bearer in the Rio Paralympics opening ceremony, said. ‘Corporate support is also an important factor for an athlete’s success. I am grateful to Go Sports Foundation, Indusind Bank and Sony for all their support for getting me equipment and enabling me train.’ The Rajasthan-born athlete was awarded the Arjuna award in 2004 and the Padma Shri in 2012.  Despite all the recognition, very few in India are aware of his feats, but Devendra feels the perception towards para-athletes is gradually changing for the better. Also read: Rio Paralympics 2016: Javelin thrower Devendra Jhajharia wins gold

‘Perception towards para-athletes has gradually changed over the time. The credit goes to the brilliant performances of the athletes, not only at the Paralympics but also other tournaments like World championships.’ Devendra said he will decide on his future after returning to India. ‘I will return to India on September 21 and then will have a word with my coach to discuss my future. If he feels I am fit enough to continue as a player, then why not?’ Devendra took India’s tally at this edition of the Paralympics to four — two golds, one silver and a bronze. (Read: Study says elite endurance athletes are more resilient to mental fatigue)

Source: IANS

Image source: Twitter/Devendra Jhajharia

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