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by eoin_murphy 5069 days ago
It seems to me as an outsider as well that any kind of physical activity is generally looked down. Not absolutely but more in a 'if you don't have to, why would you' way.

Plus, it's so hot most of the time that any serious aerobic activity is difficult to maintain.

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It is not about climate or heat. More :

http://blogs.wsj.com/india-chief-mentor/2010/02/16/indian-en...

I believe deep down Indians being bad in athletics is similar to being a entrepreneur is hard in India. The reason is - individual freedom or individual decision making has never been our strong point. So, the one who walks off the beaten path is always unfairly judged by the society. Sure, those who succeed on this path are worshipped like gods here, but when you are starting small, you are up against huge odds. And it starts from your family. It is hard work.

Jamaica is also quite hot. Their athletes don't seem to mind so much.