If you had asked me seven years ago whether I would ever run a marathon, my immediate answer would have been: “Are you crazy?” Running was the last thing on my mind. But then, life has a funny way of throwing curveballs at you. Mine came in the form of a simple yet powerful statement … Continue reading From 200 Meters to 10,000 KM: A Journey from ‘Are You Crazy?’ to ‘What’s Next?’
Category: Running Fitness
Adani Ahmedabad Marathon: My Second Full Marathon Experience
No marathon gets easier later. The halfway point only marks the end of the beginning. — Joe Henderson Six years into my running journey, I’ve realized one thing: the term “effortless” doesn’t belong in a runner’s vocabulary. Every run, no matter how much you train, demands physical and mental effort. After my less-than-satisfactory debut at … Continue reading Adani Ahmedabad Marathon: My Second Full Marathon Experience
Crossing the Finish Line: Reflections on My First Full Marathon
If you feel bad at 10 miles, you're in trouble. If you feel bad at 20 miles, you're normal. If you don't feel bad at 26 miles, you're abnormal. Rob de Castella, Australian world champion marathon runner In 2017, I took my first steps into the world of running, barely able to cover a kilometer … Continue reading Crossing the Finish Line: Reflections on My First Full Marathon
Sprint to Success: Interval Training Unleashed for Long Distance Runners!
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels.com Long distance running demands more than mere repetition of putting one foot in front of the other. To truly excel and conquer personal bests, long distance runners must embrace the power of interval training. This secret weapon has the potential to elevate their running game to extraordinary heights. In … Continue reading Sprint to Success: Interval Training Unleashed for Long Distance Runners!
Race Day Plan
The person who starts the race is not the same person who Finishes the race Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Most runners test themselves on race day by registering for a slightly longer distance than regular practice. This case is especially true for Marathons or Ultra runs. These are distances of 42 km and above. … Continue reading Race Day Plan
An event after 2 years
Without training they lacked knowledge, without knowledge they lacked confidence, without confidence they lacked victory - Julius Ceaser A snapshot of the Magic Moments from the PCHM event Physical events and Marathons have a different aura of excitement around them. Waking up in the twilight, reaching the location only to find people warming up. Have … Continue reading An event after 2 years
Deciphering Virtual Challenges
Running is about consistency, Fall in love with the process and the results will come Top Left: 100 Days of Running (HDOR) event scorecard; Bottom (Left to Right): Event Dashboard, Finisher Medal, Event Badges; Top Right: Half Marathon Map Running is a great sport. An excellent workout. Probably requires very less investment in terms of … Continue reading Deciphering Virtual Challenges
Couch to 5K: A Comprehensive Training Strategy
First you feel like dying ... Then you feel reborn !!! In recent months, following an exploration of Fundamental Running Guidelines for Novices, our focus has shifted to the essential foundations for undertaking the Couch to 5K training program. In response to numerous requests and feedback from both friends and fellow running enthusiasts, this article … Continue reading Couch to 5K: A Comprehensive Training Strategy
Couch-to-5K: A guide to the first 5K Run
If it doesn't challenge you it won't change you - Fred DeVito Photo by Daniel Reche on Pexels.com Have you ever thought about why they call the 5K run a "Fun Run"? When I began, I was puzzled by this. I used to get tired and almost pass out before reaching the 5K mark. A … Continue reading Couch-to-5K: A guide to the first 5K Run
Running Unleashed: Essential Tips for Beginner Runners!
Don't Dream for winning, train for it! - Mo Farah Photo by Taryn Elliott on Pexels.com Starting a running journey is a popular fitness approach due to its low cost and convenience. You don't need a gym, special clothes, or equipment to begin. Many, including myself, started running to lose weight, assuming cardio was the … Continue reading Running Unleashed: Essential Tips for Beginner Runners!
My Fitness Notion 