IRONMAN COL JANGVIR LAMBA COMPLETES PENGHU TRIATHLON

Colonel Jangvir Lamba, a fourth-generation serving officer in the Indian Army hailing from Jaipur, Rajasthan, etched his name into endurance history by successfully completing the IRONMAN 140.6 Triathlon held in Penghu, Taiwan, on 13th April 2025.

Competing in the 50–54 age category, the 53-year-old Col Lamba completed the grueling challenge—consisting of a 3.8 km swim, 180 km cycling, and a 42.2 km full marathon—in an impressive time of 14 hours, 53 minutes, and 34 seconds. His achievement stands as a shining example of how determination, courage, and willpower can defy the constraints of age.

The IRONMAN title is globally recognized as a hallmark of athletic endurance, mental fortitude, and relentless discipline. Col Lamba's performance in Taiwan adds to his rich portfolio of endurance sports accomplishments. His journey includes:

IRONMAN 70.3 Goa (November 2022)

Asia-Pacific Championship, Cairns, Australia (June 2023) – completed in 15 hours, 24 minutes

IRONMAN Malaysia (Langkawi) (October 2023) – clocked at 16 hours, 41 minutes

38th Marathon des Sables, Morocco (April 2024) – a legendary 253.5 km multi-stage race through the Sahara Desert, considered the world’s toughest foot race

Beyond triathlons, Col Lamba is also a Marathon des Sables finisher, an ex-professional bodybuilder, and a national-level judge in bodybuilding competitions. His diverse accomplishments across endurance sports and fitness serve as an inspiring reminder that “limits exist only in the mind.”

Col Jangvir Lamba continues to inspire not just as a decorated Army officer, but also as a symbol of unyielding perseverance and human potential.