An Asian Games champion, multiple-time national record holder and Olympian, Parul remains focused on one thing-executing her race well. My job is to stick to the race plan, stay patient and give my best in every lap. Distance running is a sport that demands years of consistent work, and Parul believes that strong support systems play an important role in helping athletes sustain that journey. "For athletes, support from institutions like the Inspire Institute of Sport is very important. Small improvements make a big difference over longer distances, so the focus is always on becoming better than the last race."