In this episode of the #NoShortcuts Podcast, we sit down with Corina Van Dam, a Dutch endurance athlete and sports advocate who has been based in Mumbai since 2016, working with the Maitrayana Foundation.

Her mission? To bring more women into sports and use it as a powerful tool for transformation. 

We unravel her incredible journey—from her early days as a football coach to working in mental health for over 20 years, volunteering in Kenya, and now leading impactful initiatives in India. Corina passionately shares her belief in the power of sports to drive social change and uplift communities.

Without further ado, tune into this inspiring conversation!

 

In this episode of the #NoShortcuts Podcast, we sit down with Corina Van Dam, a Dutch endurance athlete and sports advocate who has been based in Mumbai since 2016, working with the Maitrayana Foundation.
Her mission? To bring more women into sports and use it as a powerful tool for transformation.&nbsp;
We unravel her incredible journey&mdash;from her early days as a football coach to working in mental health for over 20 years, volunteering in Kenya, and now leading impactful initiatives in India. Corina passionately shares her belief in the power of sports to drive social change and uplift communities.
Without further ado, tune into this inspiring conversation!
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Welcome to No Shortcuts, the official podcast of Scott Sports India!
Join athletes, entrepreneurs, and trailblazers from various fields as they share their unfiltered journeys to the top.  

Our bikes have fueled adventure seekers and elite athletes alike, helping them push boundaries on-road and off-road. Through grit, perseverance, and a “No Shortcuts” mindset, they've reached new heights in both performance and life.  

Tune in for inspiring stories that will motivate you to take on challenges and conquer your own path to success.

Welcome to No Shortcuts, the official podcast of Scott Sports India! Join athletes, entrepreneurs, and trailblazers from various fields as they share their unfiltered journeys to the top.  
Our bikes have fueled adventure seekers and elite athletes alike, helping them push boundaries on-road and off-road. Through grit, perseverance, and a “No Shortcuts” mindset, they've reached new heights in both performance and life.  
Tune in for inspiring stories that will motivate you to take on challenges and conquer your own path to success.

NO SHORTCUTS: Official Scott Sports India Podcast

Corina Van Dam: Using Sports to Empower Girls & Conquer Endurance Challenges 

Next up on the #NoShortcuts Podcast is Saurabh Dalvi from Mumbai. Popularly known as SD, Saurabh is an ultra cyclist who recently completed the Kashmir to Kanyakumari ride in just 13 days on his Scott Foil. 
He is also the head of operations at Mumbai Airport, founder of Cycling Bandits, and the 5am Club. We talk about his journey, how he balances high-pressure work with his passion for ultra cycling, and what keeps him going.

Tune in. It’s going to be a banger.

Next up on the #NoShortcuts Podcast is Saurabh Dalvi from Mumbai. Popularly known as SD, Saurabh is an ultra cyclist who recently completed the Kashmir to Kanyakumari ride in just 13 days on his Scott Foil. He is also the head of operations at Mumbai Airport, founder of Cycling Bandits, and the 5am Club. We talk about his journey, how he balances high-pressure work with his passion for ultra cycling, and what keeps him going.
Tune in. It&rsquo;s going to be a banger.

14 Days, 3173 KM K2K Ride — Ultra Cyclist Saurabh Dalvi

In this episode, I sit down with Ayesha Broacha from Mumbai, an illustrator, photographer, triathlete and mother of two. She talks about how sport has enriched her creative journey and life.
We talk about her early love for art, how she got into triathlons, the friendships she’s built through sport, and how she balances training, work and family.
Ayesha’s story is a great reminder that it’s possible to pursue multiple passions at any stage of life, and that sport can bring unexpected joy, resilience and community.
If you enjoy this conversation, do subscribe to the channel for more such stories on the No Shortcuts podcast.

Follow us on Instagram @scottsportsindia

#Triathlon #NoShortcutsPodcast #ayeshabroacha 


00:00:00 Introduction to Ayesha Broacha: Illustrator & Triathlete
00:01:50 The No Shortcuts Podcast's Mission
00:03:22 Ayesha's Early Life and Introduction to Sport
00:05:29 Discovering Cycling During COVID-19
00:08:05 Challenges of Cycling in Mumbai
00:11:00 The Intersection of Sport and Creativity
00:17:28 Lessons from the Goa Ironman
00:20:02 The Impact of Cycling on Fitness and Aging
00:22:51 Encouraging Women in Sport
00:25:25 The Importance of Community and Safety in Cycling
00:27:10 Reflections on Education and Childhood
00:41:18 Rapid Fire Questions

In this episode, I sit down with Ayesha Broacha from Mumbai, an illustrator, photographer, triathlete and mother of two. She talks about how sport has enriched her creative journey and life. We talk about her early love for art, how she got into triathlons, the friendships she&rsquo;s built through sport, and how she balances training, work and family. Ayesha&rsquo;s story is a great reminder that it&rsquo;s possible to pursue multiple passions at any stage of life, and that sport can bring unexpected joy, resilience and community. If you enjoy this conversation, do subscribe to the channel for more such stories on the No Shortcuts podcast.
Follow us on Instagram @scottsportsindia
#Triathlon #NoShortcutsPodcast #ayeshabroacha&nbsp;
 00:00:00 Introduction to Ayesha Broacha: Illustrator &amp; Triathlete 00:01:50 The No Shortcuts Podcast's Mission 00:03:22 Ayesha's Early Life and Introduction to Sport 00:05:29 Discovering Cycling During COVID-19 00:08:05 Challenges of Cycling in Mumbai 00:11:00 The Intersection of Sport and Creativity 00:17:28 Lessons from the Goa Ironman 00:20:02 The Impact of Cycling on Fitness and Aging 00:22:51 Encouraging Women in Sport 00:25:25 The Importance of Community and Safety in Cycling 00:27:10 Reflections on Education and Childhood 00:41:18 Rapid Fire Questions

From Canvas to Finish Lines: Ayesha Broacha on Life, Sport & Creativity

In this episode of the #NoShortcuts podcast, we speak with Ashwini Kapila, who spent 28+ years in the corporate grind before a wake-up call led him to run, cycle, and reclaim his health.

One day, he asked himself: 
• Will my health outlast me? 
• Will my wealth outlast me? 
• Will I have four friends to say goodbye?

That moment became a turning point.

Through running and cycling, Ashwini not only reversed lifestyle conditions but also found deeper meaning in building community. 
Today, he leads @getsetup.india, an initiative helping people age actively through learning, movement, and connection.

In this episode of the #NoShortcuts podcast, we speak with Ashwini Kapila, who spent 28+ years in the corporate grind before a wake-up call led him to run, cycle, and reclaim his health.
One day, he asked himself: &bull; Will my health outlast me? &bull; Will my wealth outlast me? &bull; Will I have four friends to say goodbye?
That moment became a turning point.
Through running and cycling, Ashwini not only reversed lifestyle conditions but also found deeper meaning in building community. Today, he leads @getsetup.india, an initiative helping people age actively through learning, movement, and connection.

Corina Van Dam: Using Sports to Empower Girls & Conquer Endurance Challenges

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