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Morning Walks Decoded: Thyrocare’s Velumani Says It’s Hormones, Not Health, That Drive Park-Goers

Updated: July 13, 2025 00:20

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 In a refreshingly candid take on urban wellness habits, Thyrocare founder Dr A Velumani has revealed that morning walks are less about fitness and more about hormonal impulses. Based on a three-year observational study across parks in Coimbatore, Velumani categorizes morning walkers into three distinct groups, each driven by a different biological compulsion.
 
Key Highlights:
 
  • Velumani walked over 500 kilometers across 100 mornings to study behavioral patterns of park visitors.
  • Only 20 percent of individuals were actively walking or running for fitness, motivated by appearance and self-image.
  • A dominant 50 percent belonged to the 40-plus age group, walking slowly to manage diabetes and other hormonal imbalances.
  • Surprisingly, 30 percent were young couples aged 18–22, often seated together rather than walking, driven by romantic impulses.
 
Behavioral Insights:
 
  • Velumani refers to the older group as “hormonal hostages,” compelled by medical necessity rather than lifestyle choice.
  • The fitness-focused minority is guided by the “compulsion of looks,” highlighting aesthetic motivations.
  • The youngest group, dubbed “lovebirds,” reflects a social and emotional use of public parks, with some even bringing breakfast for early rendezvous.
Conclusion:
 
Velumani’s study challenges conventional narratives around health and discipline, suggesting that nearly 80 percent of morning walkers are influenced by hormonal drivers rather than conscious wellness goals. His humorous yet insightful classification offers a fresh lens on public health behavior in Indian cities.
 
Sources: Moneycontrol, Economic Times, The Hindu (July 2025)

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