This Grandmother Won Gold Medals at 85—Discover the Secret to Her Incredible Fitness at This Age

The 9th state-level Master Athletics Championship was organized by the Gujarat Master Sports Committee at the Nadiad Sports Ground on the 7th and 8th of September. 

In this event, 85-year-old Bhanumatiben Patel from Junagadh secured the first position in the race-walking and running competitions, winning three gold medals.

85-Year-Old Bhanumatiben Patel Wins Three Gold Medals in the State-Level Master Athletics Championship

The 9th state-level Master Athletics Championship was held at the Nadiad Sports Ground, where senior citizens from across the state participated. Among them, 85-year-old Bhanumatiben Patel from Junagadh, who exhibited youthful energy, took part in the 1500-meter race, 5000-meter race, and 5000-meter race-walking competitions. 

She completed all three events within the stipulated time and secured the first position in each. For her outstanding performance, the Master Sports Committee awarded Bhanumatiben Patel three gold medals.

Discover the Secret to Bhanumatiben Patel’s Fitness

85-year-old Bhanumatiben Patel maintains her fitness through regular walking and exercising. In addition, she follows a nutritious diet. 

Notably, Bhanumatiben Patel from Junagadh has won gold and silver medals in running and race-walking competitions at the state, national, and international levels.