Lakshmi Manchu’s latest accomplishment of cycling 100 kms makes her beam with pride. She achieved the feat on Sunday, as part of a fundraising initiative by the Aditya Mehta Foundation (AMF) for para-athletes.
The actress says a lot of practice and rigorous training went into the effort.
“Earlier, I felt I had done everything I wanted to in life. Then the lockdown and the pandemic taught me about more beautiful things (like cycling) to embrace,” the actress says, adding that the cycling event gave her a great feeling of fulfilment.
The ride was flagged off at 5 AM and took the Begumpet-Medchal-Toopran route before turning back. It took 5 hrs and 12 minutes for her to complete the 100-kms ride.
“I never thought I could cycle for 100 kms, especially in my 40’s, after having a kid and coping with the responsibilities and pressure I have. But then I set a goal for myself to be part of the initiative,” she explains.
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