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\u201cLogging 21 million steps in 60 days is truly a remarkable achievement for ITServe and our member companies,\u201d said Anju Vallabhaneni, ITServe National President 2025, while congratulating the 50 members of ITServe who took on the challenge of completing one million steps each in two months. \u201cCongratulations to the four members who logged over a million steps each in less than 60 days and all the others who were part of this important initiative by ITServe,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
\u201cAchieve over one million steps in 2 months,” a health contest by ITServe, the largest association of IT solutions and services organizations in the US, was led by Suresh Punna, Sports & Wellness Chair of ITServe. \u201cThis wasn’t just about steps. It was about the momentum toward better health, stronger bonds, and a shared purpose. I’m incredibly proud of every single participant who laced up and showed up,\u201d said Punna.<\/p>\n
The contest ran from May 10 to July 10, 2025, with 50 ITServe members participating. Over the course of two energizing months, ITServe members stepped up\u2014literally and figuratively\u2014to take on the Steps Challenge. This initiative wasn’t just about walking; it was about creating a culture of wellness, encouraging daily movement, and fostering camaraderie across chapters.<\/p>\n
🌟 Achievements:<\/p>\n
\u2022 1.2M+ steps by top achiever Sitaram Mukkamala<\/p>\n
\u2022 1M+ steps each by four standout walkers<\/p>\n
\u2022 15+ members crossed half a million steps<\/p>\n
\u2022 41 participants recorded over 100K steps<\/p>\n
\u2022 A collective total of over 21 million steps<\/p>\n
🥇 Top Steppers:<\/p>\n
1. Sitaram Mukkamala \u2013 1.2 million steps<\/p>\n
2. Sunil Pantra \u2013 1.09 million steps<\/p>\n
3. Raja Sajja \u2013 1.05 million steps<\/p>\n
4. Palaniappan Subramanian \u2013 1.00 million steps<\/p>\n
In the words of the top scorer, Sitaram Mukkamala, \u201cFrom early morning walks to evening jogs, every step taken was a commitment to personal well-being and collective motivation. This challenge sparked healthy habits, daily accountability, and most importantly\u2014connection across our vibrant ITServe family.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cITServe recognizes the importance of leading healthier lives,\u201d said Raghu Chittimalla, Governing Board Chair 2025. \u201cAs CEOs and leaders in the IT industry, we can be lost in the race to succeed in our professional lives. This much-needed challenge to walk a million steps in 60 days allows each of us to look beyond our careers and focus on our health.”<\/p>\n
Siva Moopanar, ITServe\u2019s President-Elect, said, \u201cAt ITServe, we cannot agree less with what health experts tell us: staying active in any way improves your mental and physical health. Whether exercising daily or playing a sport, moving your body challenges both mind and body, and research confirms these activities boost overall well-being.\u201d<\/p>\n
Punna expressed his deep appreciation and gratitude to Anju Vallabhaneni\u2014National President 2025\u2014for his continued support, to the Grand and Platinum Sponsors for championing wellness, and to every chapter leader who promoted and encouraged local members to participate in the contest.<\/p>\n
Describing it as \u201cSteps Challenge Celebration: A Movement Toward Wellness,\u201d Punna said, \u201cThe overall objective of the challenge has been to help our members in building habits, fostering wellness, and strengthening community.”<\/p>\n
\u201cThis Steps Challenge was just the beginning. Together, we\u2019ve shown that movement inspires community\u2014and at ITServe, our strength lies in how we walk together toward a healthier, happier future,\u201d Punna added.<\/p>\n
ITServe Alliance, the largest association of IT solutions and services organizations in the US, serves as the collective voice for prestigious small and mid-sized IT firms with shared interests nationwide. As a trusted platform, ITServe collaborates and implements measures to safeguard common interests, ensuring the protection of its member companies. Since its establishment in 2010, ITServe Alliance has been a beacon of knowledge, skill, and awareness, empowering its members through 22 regional chapters nationwide.<\/p>\n
For information on ITServe and its many noble initiatives, please visit: www.itserve.orgsit: www.itserve.org<\/p>\n
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