Category: Musings
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When it is hard to find motivation!
Yeah, some days! For someone who is too focused on numbers and goals, hitting a zero motivation patch is not easy. I have not run in two days and that is bugging me. Is the training block – however well is going – is boring me? Am I burned out? Are those minor niggles are…
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Cattos in the neighbourhood!
Looks like it is kitty season in my neighbourhood. Many cute furry ones walking around and being friendly. It could also be the rains, and they are looking for a shelter. Ran into this couple today; I may have seen their kittens yesterday! Hopefully one of them decide to adopt me :D. Tried some psspsspsps…
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One of Life’s Greatest Pleasures is a Mid-Afternoon Nap
There is something about taking a break in the middle of the day, closing your eyes, and letting your mind and body relax that can be incredibly refreshing. Working from home mostly for the past 3 years, I always enjoyed one one whole hour of lunch to include a short nap! Today is the 5th…
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That PB feeling
I took a break from ultra and trail marathons 2 years back to focus on leg speed. The many races and the injuries and few DNFs were demotivating factors along with the fact that I am slowing down! So I have been working with a coach to improve on my marathon timing – for me…
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Dealing with Monsoon and Running
It’s rainy season in India and rain brings lot of positivity (unless it is flooding). When you are living in a city like Delhi where temperature can go over 40 degrees (C), the small window of monsoon seems like heaven. But… there is a but… Rains and runs don’t go so well actually. It’s good…
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Life on Road, Air and Running
Last few weeks have been a lot hectic with back to back trips! The first one was end of April with a team meeting in Heidelberg, Germany and the second one recently to Kerala, India for a conference! As much as I enjoy new places, I hate traveling lately! Traveling means change of schedule –…
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Kicking some motivation in at 5am!
That’s me some days! Yes, I am a very passionate runner and I love running. I also love the process of learning and growing and building up for a big race! When I am in a training block, I am always looking to check that off the calendar in green and move to the next…
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That ‘Smashing PR’ feeling: New Delhi Marathon
Yes, finally a huge marathon PB. I am now a 3:40:53 marathoner. Though the race could have gone better, it is what it is for the season and considering where I was 6 months back, I take it as a huge win! After Comrades Marathon in August, 2022, I was left with a busted knee.…
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“My precious” – Runner edition
To every runner, their gear is precious. Whether it is the hydration vests, bottles, clothes, shoes or even running socks. Not just because they are mostly expensive, but also running stuff is not like every day items and running is something special in everyday life for most! I am someone who takes special care of…
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Racing someone up the hill on a random day!
Will you race someone during your morning training runs? This is not a nice thing to do I know; but I happened to pass someone during my morning run that has resulted in a race uphill!! I should say I was completely not at fault here! I passed someone who may be felt like passed…
