ISLAMABAD
\nAt just 23 years old, Karachi-based runner Amin Mukaty is rapidly cementing his place as one of Pakistan\u2019s most promising long-distance athletes.
\nHaving recently clocked an astonishing 2:48:47 at the 129th Boston Marathon to become Pakistan\u2019s fastest male finisher, Mukaty is now setting his sights on completing the Six World Marathon Majors and elevating the nation\u2019s presence on the global running map, said a press release.
\nHaving lived with stage 2 obesity from a young age, Mukaty reached a turning point in 2016. What began as an effort to regain control of his health soon evolved into a passion for running. By the time COVID-19 lockdowns arrived, he had doubled down on his training, a period that ultimately defined his transition from a casual runner to a professional athlete.
\nHis breakthrough came in 2021 at the Istanbul Marathon, where he became the youngest Pakistani to break three hours, finishing in 2:59:55.
\nSince then, he has completed three of the six majors, Berlin 2023 (2:46:30), Chicago 2024 (2:44:32), and Boston 2025 (2:48:47). He will next contest in London (April 2026), New York (November 2026), and Tokyo (March 2027), aiming to achieve the biggest goal of his life. If successful, Mukaty will become the youngest Pakistani ever to complete the \u201cSix Star\u201d majors.
\nThe Pakistan\u2019s one of the top marathon runners follows an exacting weekly schedule, covering 70\u201380 km on road, supplemented with targeted workouts and strict nutrition. Mukaty credits ACTIVIT and CEO Rd. Rizwan Aftab Ahmed for standing firmly behind him, from tailored nutrition and performance scans to injury recovery and complete race sponsorships. \u201cTheir great support helped me turn my dream into reality,\u201d he said.
\nAt Boston 2025, Pakistan saw 13 runners finish under four hours, with Mukaty leading the contingent. He described crossing the finish line in Boston as a moment of immense pride: \u201cHeartbreak Hill couldn\u2019t break my heart.
\nThe Boston Marathon tested my limits but I rose to the challenge.\u201d
\nMukaty\u2019s message to young Pakistanis is simple: \u201cFocus on your health. Running is the best. Join us and if you get addicted, you\u2019ll love it.\u201d He hopes his story will inspire a new generation to embrace fitness as a lifestyle.
\nIn a country where marathon culture is still nascent, Mukaty\u2019s rise is noteworthy. His performances on world stages shine a spotlight on Pakistan\u2019s untapped endurance potential and underscore the importance of structured support systems.
\nWith three majors already under his belt and three more on the horizon, Amin Mukaty is not just chasing personal milestones, he\u2019s chasing history.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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