Runners are a rare breed, making up just about 0.7% to 0.8% of the world’s population—a distinct group the other 99.2% struggle to understand! Their behaviors, often seen as borderline crazy or even irrational, arise from an unmatched mix of strength, stamina, and a dash of ‘insanity’. The ‘7 principles of understanding a runner' is my attempt to de-mystify runner’s mindset.
For cricket-crazy India, where cricketers are adored like gods, you’d think stadiums would be a fan's paradise. Yet, stepping into most Indian stadiums is an exercise in pain, patience and discomfort. Here’s why many of us—while we still love the game—are fed up with the stadium experience, along with a few changes we’d love to see.
Signing up for your first marathon can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Every runner has faced the same fears. With a solid plan, dedication, and support, you can conquer your anxiety and cross that finish line—your journey starts now!
The Tale of Bengaluru Marathon 2024 The sun was shining, the birds were chirping… Yes, folks, it was that kind of day, only in our dreams. By the end of the run, almost all the runners were limping, the Sun wasn’t seen, and the sweaty bodies… well, you get the picture. It was humid like... Continue Reading →
“When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Trot-ting!” Event: TROT 2024 Distance:(NINJAS PICKED) 21K & 10K Terrain: Steep uphills that make your quads question life choices and slushed downhills that could double as slip 'n slides through the lush green countryside. Weather Conditions: The day kicked off with Mother Nature flexing her muscles, sending... Continue Reading →
About 10,000 km away from New York, somewhere around Yelahanka, about 45 of us ran a special-hearted run today: Stonehill Founder’s Day Run. Achcha naam hai. I have realised there are 3 types of runners typically: Don’t get emotional, I mean the 5K, 10K and half marathoners. And there are 2 more kinds: the ones... Continue Reading →
My reflections on how our passion can shape our identity, influencing not only our true selves but also the people around us.
My review of Puma Deviate Nitro 3 - the top of the line super trainer from Puma. The super trainer category is an exciting subcategory in the world of running shoes, and with the Deviate Nitro 3, Puma has produced a real winner!
Puma Velocity Nitro 2 is a work horse of a shoe to power your daily runs but can also manage occasional tempo or interval type speed workouts. My detailed review of these awesome daily trainers.
If we were to describe India’s campaign at the Paris Olympics 2024 in just one word, it would be "near-miss." India came agonizingly close to winning several medals—sometimes by just a few points, a few centimeters, or a single match. Here is my view on India's scorecard at Paris including all the near-missed.
On The Run with Aashu 