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The heavy, oily Iftar that leaves you face-down on the sofa by 8:00 PM is officially “out” for 2026. This year, the focus has shifted toward what many are calling “Functional Iftars”—meals designed to fuel the body rather than just fill the stomach. If you’ve been following the latest wellness shifts, you know that “fibermaxxing” … Read more

Introduction Choosing between the ASICS Gel Nimbus 27 and the Hoka Clifton 9 is not easy. Both are premium neutral running shoes built for comfort, long miles and everyday training. I have rotated both pairs across easy runs, long weekend sessions and a few steady tempo efforts on Indian roads. What follows is a practical, … Read more

Training for a half marathon means tracking pace, distance, heart rate and calories accurately without burning a hole in your pocket. In 2026, there are several smartwatches under ₹15,000 that offer reliable fitness tracking and GPS support, making them solid picks for runners on a budget. Below, we’ve highlighted 5 of the best budget running … Read more

By Anurag Rana | Tested on Delhi roads If you’re an Indian runner trying to choose between the ASICS GEL-Nimbus 27 and the Hoka Clifton 9, you’re looking at two of the best daily trainers available right now — but they serve very different running personalities. I’ve run on both across Delhi’s unforgiving concrete and … Read more

Affiliate disclosure: This guide contains Amazon India affiliate links. If you buy through them, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend watches I believe in for serious Indian runners. I’m a Delhi-based marathon runner. I train on roads, pavements, flyovers and the occasional park loop, which means my … Read more

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

Hey there, fellow runner! If you’re training for your first half or full marathon in 2026 — whether it’s the Tata Mumbai Marathon, Vedanta Delhi Half, Bengaluru Marathon, or some scenic race in Kerala or the Northeast — you already know one truth: the right shoes can make or break your race. Running a marathon … Read more

When you’re spending ₹70,000 to ₹1,00,000 on a watch, you aren’t just buying a timer; you’re buying a training partner. I’ve looked at the three heavy hitters for 2026 to see which one actually deserves a spot on your sweaty wrist. 1. The Tech Marvel: Garmin Fenix 8 Pro (MicroLED)1 Garmin finally did it. They … Read more

If you have spent the last year building your base miles with entry-level trainers, 2026 is the year to experience “Super Shoes.” These aren’t just for elites anymore; they are for any runner looking to protect their legs over 21km or 42km and maybe shave a few minutes off the clock. Here are the top … Read more

Running on Indian roads comes with its own challenges. Uneven pavements, hard concrete surfaces, heat, humidity, and sudden weather changes can take a toll on your feet if you are not wearing the right shoes. The good news is that you don’t need to spend a fortune to get reliable running shoes suited for Indian … Read more