Open to all ELGians, partners, suppliers, distributors and stakeholders worldwide, #WhatsYourFinishLine became an exciting team activity! From de-stressing at the nearest park, training at the gym together, counting calories to sharing milestones with the world on social platforms. We witnessed interesting face-offs and learnt so much about our body & mind, along with the importance of staying active.

The #WhatsYourFinishLine campaign was part of our association with the Coimbatore Marathon held on 6th October in Coimbatore, and the Susan G. Komen’s Race for the Cure held on 5th October in Charlotte USA. By sponsoring these events, ELGi reaffirmed its commitment to the cause of cancer awareness and prevention.

The senior management team from ELGi North America, Coimbatore and UAE, led the front, sharing anecdotes, tips and inspiring messages to drive the fitness campaign across all branches of ELGi.

We received media coverage across national and regional newspapers and magazines, reaffirming ELGi’s commitment in support of cancer awareness and prevention.

In 2018, the team got together for the 100 KM challenge, celebrating ELGi’s presence in over 100 countries!

This year, ELGi is geared up for the ‘What’s your Finish Line’ challenge.

From products to people, ELGi has always believed in the philosophy of change and this year’s Coimbatore marathon presents an open challenge to all participants – How far are you willing to go for your health and well-being? What’s Your Finish Line?

There has always been emphasis on sports and fitness at ELGi. The organisation is constantly looking for opportunities to create a fulfilling work environment where employees can evolve and hone their skills, even beyond work. The commitment to personal growth and improvement has led to a unique partnership between ELGi and the Coimbatore Runners, an active club of runners who stretch their physical limits to achieve their fitness goals.

The Coimbatore Marathon

The 7^th edition of the Coimbatore Marathon this year, is expecting 16,000+ participants. This marathon is not just about the race- it is about bringing together people from various walks of life, encouraging them to lead a healthier life. However, the Marathon has a bigger objective to raise funds and awareness around cancer.

The What’s Your Finish Line challenge

This will be the third time we are extending the campaign to all our stakeholders who may be directly or indirectly associated with ELGi.

Many of us focus on training our legs but do not focus on training our lungs and breathing. Lungs are natural air compressors that provide oxygen to the bloodstream and rid it of waste (CO2). And studies have proven that lung capacity is one of the most important factors to consider before starting any cardiovascular exercise. With strong lung capacity you’ll develop more stamina, increase oxygen transfer to your muscles, and generally feel stronger.

Whether it is our products, our people or the organisation at large, we believe that constant growth is central to our philosophy of being #AlwaysBetter. Last year, ELGi embarked on a mission – to become the second largest compressor manufacturer in the world by 2027. The mission was titled Conquer K2 after the world’s second tallest mountain, and the most difficult to climb. And we successfully achieved a symbolic ascent of  28251 MILES !

“My wife and my two kids often join me for runs. I’ve run five marathons with them. It’s a fun and constructive family activity. I have always taught my kids to put health and fitness first. And what better way than to lead by example!”, adds Harinath, an active member of Coimbatore Runners.