Running Beyond Distance and Speed: Lessons from a Very Unplanned Full Marathon

Ever found yourself accidentally running a full marathon? 😅 This past Sunday, that's precisely what happened to me. What followed was a deep dive into the nuances of endurance running, particularly the gap I often see between Indian amateur runners' 10k/half marathon prowess and their full marathon performance.

Is it just about more speed work? My unplanned 42.2km journey offered some surprising lessons about pacing, mental fortitude, and the unexpected allies you meet along the way (thank you, Mother Dairy!).