Sports Day: “5000 Steps for a Healthy Life” walking marathon held in Samarkand

In connection with the designation of every Thursday as “Sports Day,” large-scale sports and wellness activities are being organized by the Samarkand Institute of Economics and Service.

In particular, early this morning, a walking marathon was held under the slogan “5000 Steps for a Healthy Life,” with the participation of the institute’s administration, staff, faculty members, and students. More than 500 participants actively took part in the marathon, covering the designated route from Alisher Navoi Park to the institute campus.

Following the marathon, mass physical exercise sessions were organized. After warming up, participants were given the start for friendly competitions in various sports.

Such sporting events play an important role in strengthening a healthy environment within the institute community, promoting physical culture and sports, and engaging young people in an active and healthy lifestyle.