By Jad Omar<\/p>\n\n\n\n
UNIVERSITY CITY, SHARJAH \u2013 American University of Sharjah\u2019s track team captain Sayed Wahezi is setting his sights on an inter-university competition against different universities from Dubai, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah in November.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Captain of the team since 2021, Wahezi said in a September interview the team has received medals and trophies from past events and its members are working hard to ensure winning every gold medal for the upcoming championships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He added that during the COVID era the sport seemed to be \u201cdying\u201d for lack of runners and a coach. Today, however, there are 27 members, some specializing in 100m or 200m events, others in marathon running, he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He said that it takes a lot of hours in the gym and a balanced diet to be a good track runner. \u201cYou need to know how to preserve your stamina and power,\u201d Wahezi added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to Wahezi, he had to quickly adapt to leading a team, \u201cmaking sure they improve as students and athletes simultaneously.\u201d He said that sporting events at AUS are important for the university experience, adding that they help battle stress and anxiety and keep a person active. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cEvery sport takes extreme dedication, effort, and comprehension,\u201d said Wahezi.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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