Chapter 1: 1990’s Zindigi aa raha hoon main. Part 1: Train 12860: The Train to no where (1994 June/July) There’s nothing quite like standing on a crowded platform in Jamshedpur (Tata Nagar) waiting for Geetanjali Express*, your whole life packed into one VIP suitcase, and realizing you’re about to fake your way into the world… Continue reading Main zindigi ka saath..
An Open Letter to World Athletics: Let’s Get Heavy!
Dear World Athletics, We, the underdog enthusiasts and weightier wanderers of the running world, implore you to embrace a revolutionary idea that could change the face of marathon running forever: organize marathon results by weight divisions, not age categories. It’s high time to recognize that while age is just a number, weight… well, weight is… Continue reading An Open Letter to World Athletics: Let’s Get Heavy!
It’s the Buffet, Not À La Carte: A Gastronomic Guide to Fartlek Runs
Do you remember the last time you went to a buffet? The sheer joy of having a little bit of everything, sampling dishes you wouldn’t normally try if you were ordering à la carte? That’s exactly what a fartlek run is—a delightful smorgasbord of speeds and efforts, satisfying every runner’s palate without the rigidity of… Continue reading It’s the Buffet, Not À La Carte: A Gastronomic Guide to Fartlek Runs
TataSteel World 25K -2024(TSW25K)- Race report.
Date: December 15, 2024Venue: KolkataMood: The Perfect Prep for February’s Marathon! Building Up to the TSW25K Fresh off the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon in October and the Adani Ahmedabad Half Marathon in November, the Tata Steel World 25K slotted in beautifully as part of my progression toward the New Delhi Marathon in February 2025. But… Continue reading TataSteel World 25K -2024(TSW25K)- Race report.
Adani Ahmedabad Marathon- Half Marathon- Race Report
Expo – Running ke naam pe shopping! Expo ka scene tha pura Diwali mela vibes! Aur timing? 2 baje start hua, which was a first for me. Matlab subah kaam karo, aur phir afternoon mein “running gear shopping” kar lo. Bib collection was as smooth as a 100m sprint—no hurdles, no drama. Free ka maal?… Continue reading Adani Ahmedabad Marathon- Half Marathon- Race Report
2.4 km VO₂ Max Test: A Runner’s Guide to “Dil Se” Fitness
Kya aapka VO₂ Max “Dil Chahta Hai” level ka hai? Or is it stuck somewhere in “Lagaan” mode? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. The 2.4 km VO₂ Max Test is your shortcut to figuring out your aerobic fitness without needing a lab, a mask that makes you look like Darth Vader, or an engineering… Continue reading 2.4 km VO₂ Max Test: A Runner’s Guide to “Dil Se” Fitness
Tu Nathi to Thara Photo Pan Chalse: Adani Ahmedabad Marathon 2024
Adani Ahmedabad Marathon 2024 Marathon Essentials Date: November 24, 2024 Start Time: 4:45 AM (so early, even the moon will wonder why you’re awake). Reporting Time: 4:00 AM (seriously, no chai stops on the way, okay?). Weather Forecast Ahmedabad welcomes you with cool and pleasant weather, perfect for running—or dandiya, your choice. Expect temperatures around… Continue reading Tu Nathi to Thara Photo Pan Chalse: Adani Ahmedabad Marathon 2024
VO₂ Max: Demystifying the Oxygen Enigma for Runner
Ah, VO₂ Max. It’s that one term that makes you feel like a scientist when you say it out loud, especially in your running WhatsApp group. For the uninitiated, VO₂ Max is the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during intense exercise. Sounds serious, right? It is! But don’t worry, this isn’t a… Continue reading VO₂ Max: Demystifying the Oxygen Enigma for Runner
Khardung La Challenge- Jullay! Kabhi Nahi Bhuley!!
Khardung La Challenge (72 km) is one of the Highest Ultra Marathons in the world. This race is also amongst the toughest endurance races. Khardung La Challenge begins at Khardung village ( at 3975m / 13,042 ft). The race involves a gentle and steady climb to the top of Khardung La Top (K-Top) (5370m/ 17,618ft),… Continue reading Khardung La Challenge- Jullay! Kabhi Nahi Bhuley!!
Khardung la Challenge- My Training Log
Khardung la Challenge- Background The Ladakh Marathon was started in 2012 following the 2010 Ladakh floods. According to Ladakh Marathon’s Wiki “The initiative was started to convey to the world that Ladakh is back and running”. Ladakh Marathon has 4 races: 72 Km Khardung La Challenge Ladakh Marathon Ladakh Half Marathon 7 Km Run Ladakh… Continue reading Khardung la Challenge- My Training Log