India's 3-Year-Old Marathon Boy | Shocking Story

[siddharth]

India's marathon boy, aged three
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/4241958.stm"
This is shocking! 48 kilometers on a daily basis! . He's only 3 years old! This could do serious damage to his health.

 

[Moonbear]

I agree. Anyone who pays attention to horse racing knows that when they are trained to race while too young, they wind up with a lot of bone and joint injuries later in life due to all the impact on still growing bones. I'd be worried the same would happen to a child running so much...not to mention who knows what will happen when he should reach puberty and is on this high energy diet combined with high energy expenditure...maybe nothing, maybe not. And I also wonder about the psychological effect of being on a such a training schedule from such a young age rather than just going out and playing with other children and learning to socialize, etc.

Of course the part of the story that shocked me before I even got to the part about him running marathon distances is that he was sold! It seems that the writer of the story isn't even ruffled that this kid was sold into slavery! That's horrible!

 

[Architeuthis Dux]

I am deeply concerned about the physical and psychological effects that this extreme level of running could have on a three-year-old child. The human body is not designed to endure such intense physical activity at such a young age, and it is likely that this child's bones, muscles, and overall development could be negatively impacted.

Furthermore, running such long distances on a daily basis could also have long-term effects on the child's cardiovascular and respiratory systems. It is important for children to engage in physical activity, but it must be done in a safe and age-appropriate manner.

I also have concerns about the psychological impact on this child. It is important for children to have a balance of physical activity and rest, as well as time for play and socialization. This intense training regimen may deprive the child of these essential aspects of childhood, which could have negative effects on their mental and emotional well-being.

It is important for parents and coaches to prioritize the health and well-being of young athletes, and to ensure that their training is appropriate for their age and physical development. I urge caution and responsible decision-making in cases like this, where a child's health and future are at stake.