NKDA installs leg press machine for public use

Kolkata: In a unique move New Town Kolkata Development Authority (NKDA) has installed an outdoor exercise equipment for the residents as a part of the green and happy city initiative.

This is for the first time in Bengal when such equipment has been installed for the public. It may be mentioned that in Bhutan, open air outdoor equipment have been installed for visitors and local people to use as a part of the implementation of the wellness concept.

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has also decided to set up outdoor gymnasiums in its parts and squares.

The leg press machine has been installed near the Nazrul Tirtha bus stand. People across ages throng the bus stop and some of them have already started working out using the machine. The concept behind installing the equipment is staying fit while waiting for buses.

The leg press machine is very useful as it stimulates the quads, glutes and hamstrings to their maximum potential. As many elderly people suffer from knee problems, using the machine can give them relief.

All sportsmen, athletes, swimmers and cyclists use similar machines to increase the strength of their leg muscles.

If successful, NKDA will install other such equipment for the public. New Town is fast coming up as a green and happy city. Steps have already been taken to increase the green cover. It is the first area where air-conditioned electric buses have been introduced.