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Vedaant Madhavan Discusses Diet, Training Ahead Of Asian Games
Vedaant Madhavan is a swimmer preparing for the 2026 Asian Games.
The event will take place in Japan.
He usually swims longer races, but he plans to compete in the 200-meter freestyle.
This race is different from his usual events.
Vedaant said Indian athletes have a lot of talent.
He believes better diets, discipline, and motivation could help them achieve more.
He is eating more protein and working with a dietitian.
He is also doing strength exercises to improve his swimming.
Vedaant said athletes need to believe strongly that they can win.
Vedaant Madhavan is preparing to represent India at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan.
He said diet, discipline, and motivation are key areas India must improve to develop more athletes.
Vedaant recommended higher protein intake and said working with a dietitian improved his form and speed.
The long-distance specialist will compete in the 200-meter freestyle, outside his usual comfort zone.
His recent training has emphasized weight training, leg strength, kicking technique, and ankle flexibility.
- Who
- Vedaant Madhavan, an Indian competitive swimmer and son of R Madhavan.
- What
- He discussed his preparation, diet, training, and views on India's sporting potential.
- Where
- The Asian Games will be held in Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya, Japan.
- When
- Ahead of the Asian Games 2026, scheduled for September 19 to October 4, 2026.
- Why
- He is preparing to represent India, including in the 200-meter freestyle.
Key facts
- Athlete
- Vedaant Madhavan
- Event
- Asian Games 2026
- Host locations
- Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya, Japan
- Event dates
- September 19 to October 4, 2026
- Planned race
- 200-meter freestyle
- Training focus
- Weight training, strength conditioning, leg strength, kicks, and ankle flexibility
- Diet approach
- More protein and guidance from a dietitian
Quotes
Vedaant Madhavan
Indian competitive swimmer preparing for the 2026 Asian Games
“Indians have a lot of talent. Genetically, we are really gifted, so if we can fix our diet, discipline, and motivation, then we can be some really good and serious athletes. The main thing that is holding us back, I think, is our diet.”
NDTV
“I have been training differently for the past few months. I am a long-distance specialist, but I'll be swimming the 200m freestyle at the Asian Games, which is outside my comfort zone.”
NDTV
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