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Contours India
Myntra
6th Edition of Contours Women's Day Run presented by Myntra.com
3/09/2015
Over 2000 Bangaloreans celebrate Women’s Day with the Contours Women’s Day Run, presented by Myntra.com at Embassy Golf Links
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Bangalore, 8th March 2015:
The 2015 Contours Women’s Day Run saw over 2000 participants come together to participate in the 5k and 10k categories. The participants as well as their friends and family had a wonderful experience at the run, with a range of fun activities organised by Contours and Myntra . The run started with a fun warm up session of Zumba and Hip hop. There was even a mini fair with tattoo stalls, a fun props stall as well as a quizzing center to add to the festivities. The men from Runners High showed their support and enthusiasm by performing a medley of dances
In an effort to encourage physical activity among Bangaloreans, Myntra hosted its 'Running Store' at the event, which displayed collections from different brands in active wear & sports footwear. In addition to this, Puma showcased products from their recently launched collection of performance running shoes - IGNITE, retailed exclusively on Myntra.com. These shoes are designed with innovative foam technology that maximises the energy levels of the runners. Further, the event also witnessed runners actively engaged on social platforms through various on ground activities.
Mr. Mike Holland - CEO of Embassy Office Parks, Ms. Suchita Somashekaraiah from Shristi Special Academy along with Ms. Chandra Gopalan – Director of Contours and a veteran marathoner herself were also seen participating in the run.
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Chandra Gopalan, Founder Director, Contours India said on the occasion, “Contours Women’s Day run was first created in 2010, when marathons and runs were still rare, to create awareness about the issues that women face, while providing people to come together for a cause while having fun. We are extremely pleased to have such an incredible response for our 6th edition, and the support provided by Myntra and Embassy Office Parks. The fund raised from the run this year will be donated to Shristi Special Academy, who works with children with special needs. We hope to continue this trend and have a bigger run in 2016.”
Mr. Srikanth Pinninti, VP- Marketing, Myntra said, "The participation at the event was heartening as we witnessed many women fitness enthusiasts come together and run for a cause. We feel that health and fitness is essential to looking good and therefore, our commitment to associate and promote such initiatives will continue to grow."
Mr. Mike Holland, CEO, Embassy Office Parks said, “What a great way to spend a Sunday morning in such a beautifully landscaped and clean environment, celebrating all the women in our lives. We would like to thank everyone for supporting the children from Shristi Special Academy and we wish them all the best at the Special Olympics.”
The funds raised through the 6th Edition of Contours Women’s Day Run presented by Myntra was donated to Shristi Special Academy, who are training and grooming persons with disabilities (PWDs) for future editions of the Special Olympics
About Contours India
Contours India is India’s first International chain of Women only gyms. Known worldwide as Contours Express, this chain has grown to 750 gyms worldwide with over 200000 women members. In India, Contours India has grown to 7 fitness studios in a span of 4 years. Contours India has also bought to India a new wave in Women’s fitness called Cardio Fit circuit training. It is a specialized training for women & all it requires is 29 minutes per day, 4 times a week to get fit, healthy & to lose weight. All the machines here are specially designed for women. In short, it is a Fitness concept run by women for women. So, no matter if a woman is fat, thin, young or old, she can work out without inhibitions at any time of the day. Contours India believes that women of all ages must be encouraged to exercise comfortably, as the workout is fast, fun & friendly.
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Bangalore, 8th March 2015:
The 2015 Contours Women’s Day Run saw over 2000 participants come together to participate in the 5k and 10k categories. The participants as well as their friends and family had a wonderful experience at the run, with a range of fun activities organised by Contours and Myntra . The run started with a fun warm up session of Zumba and Hip hop. There was even a mini fair with tattoo stalls, a fun props stall as well as a quizzing center to add to the festivities. The men from Runners High showed their support and enthusiasm by performing a medley of dances
In an effort to encourage physical activity among Bangaloreans, Myntra hosted its 'Running Store' at the event, which displayed collections from different brands in active wear & sports footwear. In addition to this, Puma showcased products from their recently launched collection of performance running shoes - IGNITE, retailed exclusively on Myntra.com. These shoes are designed with innovative foam technology that maximises the energy levels of the runners. Further, the event also witnessed runners actively engaged on social platforms through various on ground activities.
Mr. Mike Holland - CEO of Embassy Office Parks, Ms. Suchita Somashekaraiah from Shristi Special Academy along with Ms. Chandra Gopalan – Director of Contours and a veteran marathoner herself were also seen participating in the run.
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Chandra Gopalan, Founder Director, Contours India said on the occasion, “Contours Women’s Day run was first created in 2010, when marathons and runs were still rare, to create awareness about the issues that women face, while providing people to come together for a cause while having fun. We are extremely pleased to have such an incredible response for our 6th edition, and the support provided by Myntra and Embassy Office Parks. The fund raised from the run this year will be donated to Shristi Special Academy, who works with children with special needs. We hope to continue this trend and have a bigger run in 2016.”
Mr. Srikanth Pinninti, VP- Marketing, Myntra said, "The participation at the event was heartening as we witnessed many women fitness enthusiasts come together and run for a cause. We feel that health and fitness is essential to looking good and therefore, our commitment to associate and promote such initiatives will continue to grow."
Mr. Mike Holland, CEO, Embassy Office Parks said, “What a great way to spend a Sunday morning in such a beautifully landscaped and clean environment, celebrating all the women in our lives. We would like to thank everyone for supporting the children from Shristi Special Academy and we wish them all the best at the Special Olympics.”
The funds raised through the 6th Edition of Contours Women’s Day Run presented by Myntra was donated to Shristi Special Academy, who are training and grooming persons with disabilities (PWDs) for future editions of the Special Olympics
About Contours India
Contours India is India’s first International chain of Women only gyms. Known worldwide as Contours Express, this chain has grown to 750 gyms worldwide with over 200000 women members. In India, Contours India has grown to 7 fitness studios in a span of 4 years. Contours India has also bought to India a new wave in Women’s fitness called Cardio Fit circuit training. It is a specialized training for women & all it requires is 29 minutes per day, 4 times a week to get fit, healthy & to lose weight. All the machines here are specially designed for women. In short, it is a Fitness concept run by women for women. So, no matter if a woman is fat, thin, young or old, she can work out without inhibitions at any time of the day. Contours India believes that women of all ages must be encouraged to exercise comfortably, as the workout is fast, fun & friendly.
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