Get Off Your Arse: A ran-dumb blog to get you moving, by a bit of a nudge and a bit of a push.
Value benefits of running, but preparation is crucial
A 64yr old gentleman came in walking for 4.2 km run but collapsed and died. No, that’s not ok! But it’s not running that kills. It’s not being prepared enough.
At times giving your best isn’t enough
Don’t let me fool you. It absolutely matters because it meant an immense lot to you. But yet again, it is what it is. Try, because that’s all you can do, yet again. Give it your very best. Learn from your mistakes rather than being in your la-la land.
Consistency crucial for excelling in running and life
As soon as new runners pick up running, they desire to run faster and longer, comparing with others. Magical potion is keeping things simple and consistency.
Do we really know the human limits?
Who decides what we humans are capable of physically achieving? Is it the experts or is it our psychological self? It was amazing to witness ordinary people achieve extraordinary feats at this year’s La Ultra.
Mindful Running
Most walkers-runners walk-run the way they drive and vice-versa. Try out any park in India and you’ll find it pretty difficult to overtake those in front of you, not for lack of speed or will but because they aren’t prepared to let go of that prime real-estate they have recently acquired, whether by hook or by crook. Let us become mindful while running for our own sakes and others around us.
Evolution of running culture in Delhi
My interview with Procam team about evolution of running culture in Delhi.