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In an era where screens dominate and children’s outdoor adventures are dwindling, “Get Kids to Play” seeks to reignite the joy of unstructured play that once defined childhood. Reflecting on a time when scraped knees and muddy clothes were badges of honor, hosts Vijay and Saumil delve into the pressing challenges modern parents face in balancing academics, technology, and free play. Building upon their acclaimed book, “Get Kids to Play!”, this podcast offers insightful discussions, expert interviews, and practical solutions to help families rediscover the magic of outdoor play. Join us each week as we champion a movement to reconnect children with sport, foster creativity and play, and promote holistic development for a brighter, healthier future.
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How To Balance Sports And Academics
Ever wonder if it’s possible to be a top-notch athlete and a brilliant student?
Can we dream of an Olympian coming from an IIT?
Join us for a truly inspiring chat on the Get Kids to Play podcast! This week, Vijay Krishnamurthy and Saumil Majmudar sit down with Professor Mahesh Panchagnula, the visionary head of IIT Madras's Centre for Excellence in Sports Science and Sports Analytics (CESSA)
00:00 Introduction
02:10 About IIT Madras (Centre for Excellence in Sports Science and Sports Analytics)
10:00 Student admissions through sporting excellence
17:00 How to balance academics and sports
23:50 Vision "Olympian IITian"
28:18 How to prevent athlete drop-out
31:15 Need for "Sports Sahi Hai" campaign
32:56 Closing
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For more information, please visit the following websites.
Get Kids To Play (Book)
https://amzn.in/d/5vGci1o
About IIT Madras (Centre for Excellence in Sports Science and Sports Analytics)
https://cessa.iitm.ac.in/