Tag: Musings

  • Race Weekend and the Ton of Butterflies in Stomach

    It’s the Delhi Half Marathon weekend and the race starts in 12 hours… am i excited? no! Am i petrified? yes! This training block was not specifically focused on a half marathon. But it was supposed to have a speedy half marathon before a trail ultra. After a great start to the block during summer…

  • The Running Therapy

    What is the cheapest form of therapy? For anyone who has gotten into any form of physical activity, for them it’s the easiest… As I stepped into October, I was starting to get drowned in work and the stress that comes with that… last quarter of the year and there are many in my ‘unfinished’…

  • Rain, Run and Falling Sick: A Monsoon Story

    Here is me complaining more about the rainy season! In Delhi we had a hard Summer with boiling heat in May/June and ultimate humidity in July/August. When we first hard rains in August, some of us were thrilled. Finally an end to humidity… but no! The suffering continued with unpredictable weather and the humidity levels…

  • How to Stay Motivated for Your Mobility Exercises

    As a runner, incorporating mobility exercises into my routine has been essential for staying injury-free and recovering from various niggles and injuries over the years. Running isn’t just about logging miles; it’s about ensuring your body has the range of motion and muscle balance needed to perform efficiently. Mobility exercises enhance joint flexibility and maintain…

  • Staying Motivated in Delhi’s Challenging Weather

    For the past few weeks in Delhi, the weather has been far from ideal. After enduring intense heat, we now face stifling humidity, making it difficult to stay motivated for workouts. During the heatwave, I turned to the treadmill, and as the humidity peaked, my treadmill runs increased. With several races towards the end of…

  • Summer Reading: Back on Track

    Back to reading in full swing after many half-read, unread books. The year started slow-mo in reading. Didn’t have a finished book for the first couple of months. Races and travelling were to blame. I also blame the poor choice of books. Even my audio book credits were unused for 3 months! Post- Two Oceans…

  • Sinhagad Epic Trail – A Win to End the Offseason

    Finally made it to Sinhagad. I never got to do these trails here (in thir ultra race in December) thanks to my training schedule which is always aimed at a fall race and a marathon on January or December. With a long 2023-24 season and extended offseason I have planned some trail runs and races…

  • Stayin’ Alive for Runs this Summer

    Stayin’ alive seems to the goal of this Summer! Motivation and health have taken a hit recently… the heat and related disruptions have never been so annoying… Every summer, when things get hard, I ask myself what the purpose of these runs is. Do I need to run because I have created myself this ‘runner’…

  • International Trails Day: Being Thankful for our Trails

    International Trails Day (June 1) is celebrated annually on the first Saturday of June to raise awareness about the importance of trails, their development, and their diverse uses. This day emphasizes the many benefits trails offer, including fostering a healthy lifestyle for everyone, not just the trail running community. Celebrating our trails is significant for…

  • Menstrual hygiene is a necessity, not a luxury

    May 28 is Menstrual Hygiene Day, an annual awareness day to highlight the importance of good menstrual hygiene management.For trail running women, managing menstrual hygiene requires proper planning and the right supplies to ensure comfort and health.Here are some key tips to help manage hygiene while on trail running: Choose the right menstrual product: Select…