Saiyami Kher is a fitness fanatic and actor who has just acquired another feather in her cap. One of the most challenging endurance competitions in the world, the Half Ironman, also known as the Ironman 70.3 triathlon, was completed by her over the weekend. This time, Saiyami battled the chilly waters and winds of Sweden and improved upon her own best time by 32 minutes.

The second Ironman 70.3 is won by Saiyami Kher

The Ironman 70.3 Triathlon, which was held in Jönköping, Sweden on July 6, was successfully completed by Saiyami. After making her debut in the event last September, this was her second time completing the Half Ironman. Despite facing the local weather, which included frigid seas, steep slopes, and fierce headwinds, Saiyami was able to improve her time by 32 minutes.

One of the toughest endurance tests in the world is the Ironman 70.3. The competition requires the participant to complete a 1.9 km open water swim, a 90 km bike ride, and a half-marathon run (21.1 km) all in the same day.

“People frequently wonder why I subject myself to this sort of torment. The reality is that it's not about showing anything to the outside world. External approval has never helped me flourish. Endurance sports are, in my opinion, a very intimate endeavor since they involve competing with my own doubts. All I wanted to accomplish this year was to improve from the previous one. Saiyami responded to the race with a heartfelt post, saying, "And I did exactly that."

Saiyami's experience competing when she has her period

This race was completed by Saiyami during her period, which made it even harder for her physically. “I was overwhelmed when I first arrived in Jönköping,” Saiyami wrote in her Instagram post. The frigid, rough swim. The never-ending slopes of the bike. When my periods started. Then, a thunderstorm advisory. I just wanted to go back to the plush hotel bed and relax.

In response to that, the actor continued, "It's also a major pain to participate in such a physically demanding sport as a woman with your period, but it's just a reminder that it's always mind over matter. Finishing something that previously seemed impossible brings a peculiar, understated sense of accomplishment. profound delight.

In the Sunny Deol film Jaat, Saiyami appeared on the big screen for the last time. The movie had a modest hit, earning more than Rs 118 crore around the globe. In the movie, the actor portrayed a police officer. Although Jaat's sequel has been approved, it is still unclear if Saiyami will reprise his role.