Best Running Watches for Indian Runners 2026

Running watches are now essential gear for any runner in India who wants data-driven training, accurate GPS tracking, reliable heart rate monitoring and long battery life to power runs without daily charging. Whether you’re training for your first race or targeting a marathon PB, the right watch can make every run more effective. In this … Read more

Best Smartwatches for Indian Roads and Marathons (2026 Guide)

Two runners showing their Garmin and Apple smartwatches with a running map on the screen against an Indian city sunrise background

Building a marathon training plan is hard enough without your tech failing you at the halfway mark. When we talk about the best smartwatches for Indian roads, we aren’t just looking for something that counts steps or pings you with WhatsApp notifications. We need tools that can handle the 40-degree heat, the dust of suburban … Read more

Budget vs. Premium: Best Running Shoes for Your First Half-Marathon

Comparison of budget vs premium running shoes on a marathon track for fatmarathoner.com

I remember my first attempt at a long distance run through the humid streets of Gurgaon. I wore a pair of “walking shoes” I’d bought on sale, thinking a shoe is a shoe. By kilometer eight, my arches felt like they were on fire and my knees were already planning their retirement. If you are … Read more

Best Running Tracks & Promenades in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Running on the Jumeirah Beach track in Dubai at sunset

If you are traveling to the UAE for the Dubai Marathon or just a fitness-focused holiday, you will quickly realize that running here isn’t just about the treadmills in luxury hotels. The real magic happens on the “spongy” tracks and wide-open promenades that hug the coastline. Whether you need a 5K shakeout run or a … Read more