Rishaan’s Adventures

  At my school’s aquathlon, the energy was buzzing from the moment we reached the pool. The race was simple on paper—100 metres swim followed by a 400 metres run—but I knew the real challenge was switching fast from water to land. I focused on a clean start, a strong pull and kick, and tight turns. The last few strokes burned, but I kept my head down and finished the swim in a good position. The transition was the tricky part. I sprinted out, slipped on my shoes with wet feet, and told myself to settle into a steady pace. The first 200 metres of the run felt heavy after the swim, but I kept my cadence light and pushed my arms to keep my legs moving. I picked off a couple of runners on the back stretch and saved one final surge for the last 100 metres. I crossed the line 2nd out of 30 participants, and I was so proud. Standing on the podium, I felt that mix of relief and happiness that only comes after a tough race. More than the medal, I learned how important transitions are, h...

  When I travelled to Haridwar for the CBSE Zonals (North Zone 1), I felt a mix of excitement and nerves. The city’s ghats and the sound of the Ganga made the place feel special, and I reminded myself that I was there to represent my school with pride. On the first morning, walking into the pool complex with my team, I promised myself I would give my best in every race. My schedule was packed. I swam the 50m, 100m, and 200m breaststroke, the 100m butterfly, the 200m freestyle, and two relays—one medley and one freestyle. Each event tested me in a different way. The 50m breaststroke was all about a quick launch and a clean finish, while the 200m breaststroke needed steady pacing and calm breathing. The 100m butterfly pushed my shoulders and lungs, and the 200m freestyle demanded smooth turns and strong kicks. In the relays, I felt the strongest—cheers from my teammates made me swim faster, and our changeovers were tight and focused. I placed in the top five in all my events. Hea...

My Experience at the 8th Step By Step Interschool Swimming Championship On a bright and energetic morning, I participated in the 8th Step By Step Interschool Swimming Championship . The air was filled with cheers, encouragement, and the sound of splashing water — the perfect atmosphere for a swimmer. Representing my school, I was determined to give my best in every race. I took part in five events: the 50m freestyle , 100m freestyle , 50m breaststroke , 100m breaststroke , and the 200m individual medley (IM) . Each event came with its own challenges. The freestyle races tested my speed and stamina, while the breaststroke events required perfect technique and timing. The 200m IM was perhaps the toughest, as it combined all four strokes and demanded both endurance and strategy. The competition was fierce, with talented swimmers from many schools. Still, I stayed focused on my own races, remembering all the hours of training and hard work I had put in. Stroke by stroke, turn by turn,...

My Experience at the Prometheus Swimming Championship Participating in the Prometheus Swimming Championship was one of the most memorable and exciting experiences of my life. As a passionate swimmer, I had been training hard for months, and this championship was my chance to test my skills against some of the best young swimmers in the region. I never imagined that I would come home with not just one, but three medals – two silver and one bronze. The event was held at a large aquatic center, filled with energy, cheers, and the sound of splashing water. Swimmers from different schools and clubs had gathered to compete, and the atmosphere was electric. I felt nervous at first, but as soon as I stepped onto the pool deck, I focused on one thing – doing my best. My first race was the 100-meter freestyle. It was fast-paced and intense. I gave it everything I had, and when I touched the wall and looked up at the scoreboard, I saw that I had come in second place. Winning my first sil...